"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...
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...
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 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...
Wow! I have so much gratitude for the sold-out premiere on Nov 10, 2023 of my new conservation documentary, A Priority Place: Hope For A Forest. [caption id="attachment_12185" align="alignleft" width="225"] Sold-out premiere[/caption] The crowd of 150...
Making people care. That's a common phrase I hear over and over again when I embark on the process of filming and producing a film or video for conservation organizations. Organizations often seek to create...
Because of today's short attention spans, and the fact social media is the major player for people viewing videos, the most common length for a video tends to be one minute or less. But...
Creating engaging environmental and conservation videos doesn't have to be a long and arduous process. Storyboarding can be a great way to map out your video, but there are also alternative methods that can...
Let's get to the obvious point right away: In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, the power of video in conservation cannot be overlooked. But you already know this. This blog post isn't about you. This blog...
My newest conservation video has dropped. I filmed this one for the Long Point Basin Land Trust in September in a deep forested ravine that features a coldwater stream. The land trust has launched a...
