Chasing Dreams: From Journalism to Conservation Filmmaking
I've been asked countless times how I became a full-time conservation filmmaker. So I thought I'd share the story of my path. Warning: It has a few twists and turns. But hey, I think...
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Five Steps to Planning a Successful Conservation Documentary
Is your organization passionate about the conservation of nature? Of course it is! That's why a conservation documentary could be a great way to spread awareness and promote the change and actions your organization...
ONature Magazine features Priority Place Documentary
Exciting news! A Priority Place, a 70-minute conservation documentary filmed and produced by WorkCabin Creative for the Long Point Biosphere Region's Priority Place (Long Point Walsingfham Forest) is featured in the summer issue of...
Funding a Conservation Video or Documentary Project in Canada
In Canada we're fortunate to have access to a variety of funding opportunities that help conservation organizations and environmental nonprofits tell their stories. A large portion of my filmmaking work with organizations is funded by...
Filming an Insect Release in Southern Ontario
I've just finished a filming assignment about the release of Hornless Oakworm Moths for a new documentary film project for the Long Point Biosphere. This beautiful moth is listed as a Species of Special...
Behind The Scenes Of Conservation Filmmaking Work
I'm starting something new on all of my conservation filmmaking assignments that's designed to give you a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the work that I do in the field. The projects are all client projects so...
Why Conservation Filmmaking Stands Apart from General Videography
Let's face it: When conservation organizations are seeking videographers today there's a wide array of generalists out there to hire, ranging from weddings, business, and real estate videographers. Trying to find a videographer specializing in...
The Role of a Field Biologist in Conservation Storytelling
From firsthand experience, I can tell you this: Field biologists have loads of stories working for conservation. Often, though, many of these stories stay within the walls of the organization. I know that for my...
Does Storytelling For Conservation Really Make a Difference?
Do we really need stories for conservation? Does storytelling really move the needle in getting people to care more about nature? Yes! Of course stories matter. Conservation storytelling serves as a vital conduit between nature and...
Why Your Filmmaker Should Be a Master of the Craft of Narrative Storytelling
In the field of conservation filmmaking, where every frame tells a story, the distinction between a good filmmaker and a great one often lies in their mastery of environmental narrative storytelling. While technical prowess...