Conservation Documentaries on a Budget?
Just suggest the idea of doing a documentary to a small conservation nonprofit and eyes will glaze over faster than a fox diving into a snow bank in search of a shrew. The reaction is...
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What Makes People Want To Volunteer For Nature?
This is a short storytelling video that I produced from a few clips filmed during a broll footage assignment for The Nature Conservancy of Canada near Barrie, Ontario. This particular video is an example of...
The Power of Series: Crafting Compelling Conservation Narratives
In the ever-evolving landscape of storytelling, I'm always exploring innovative ways to captivate audiences and shed light on critical issues about conservation. So often conservation organizations think about a video or film being a...
New Cinema Camera For Conservation Filmmaking Work in 2024
I couldn't be more thrilled to share with you my excitement for the upcoming year, 2024. Why, you ask? Well, it's because I've added a remarkable Blackmagic cinema camera to my filmmaking arsenal. As a...
Thank You For Another Incredible Year
I say this every year at this time: The words 'Thank you' never seem to be enough or capture how grateful I am for the support for my conservation filmmaking business. Just know this: I...
Planning a Year-Long Video Content Strategy for Conservation
So you want to embark on a year-long video content journey, huh? Well, before you dive headfirst into such an environmental visual storytelling plan, it's crucial to define the purpose of your video content...
Factors Influencing the Rate of Professional Filmmakers
"What is your rate?" That's probably the most common question that I get asked. As an independent professional filmmaker who has been doing this work for the past 10 years, I have a different rate than...
Why Organic Filmmaking is So Powerful
Organic filmmaking isn't for everyone or every client project. I get that. And it's sometimes a leap to get organizational buy-in to go the organic route. First, you need to have absolute trust in...
Generating Fundraising From a Conservation Documentary
You know what people say: a picture is worth a thousand words. Well, when it comes to conservation, a video is worth a million. Conservation filmmaking is not just about making pretty pictures of...
Conservation: Building Bridges Between Animals, Ecosystems and People
Conservation of our planet's diverse ecosystems and wildlife is of utmost importance, yet often remains a distant concern for many. As humans, we have become increasingly disconnected from the natural world and the animals...