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Training & Mentoring
Training & Mentoring
Over the years, I’ve realized something: the best way to protect the natural world is to pass on what you’ve learned. That’s why I dedicate so much time to training the next generation - whether it’s teaching camera skills in the field, breaking down the art of storytelling for young filmmakers, or showing how to turn conservation passion into real policy change.
Most recently, I’ve been working with Kogia and The National Lottery to mentor emerging talent, sharing everything from the technical (lighting, editing, how to film a charging elephant without panicking) to the big-picture stuff - like how to make an audience feel something, not just watch it. Because great filmmaking isn’t just about pretty shots; it’s about purpose.
I run in-depth sessions on all aspects of natural history filmmaking and conservation storytelling:
Wildlife & Conservation Filmmaking Masterclasses
Wildlife & Conservation Filmmaking Masterclasses
Fieldcraft: Tracking animals, predicting behaviour, and filming ethically in sensitive environments
The art of the sequence: Building tension and narrative into natural history scenes
Working in extreme conditions: From desert heat to Arctic cold - how to protect your gear and yourself
Sound design for nature: Capturing clean audio and using it to enhance your story
The Politics of Nature: Storytelling for Impact
The Politics of Nature: Storytelling for Impact
How to collaborate with scientists and researchers to ground stories in truth
Using film to influence policymakers and conservation decisions
Campaign filmmaking: Creating content that drives real-world change
Navigating the complexities of filming with indigenous communities
The Business of Nature Filmmaking
The Business of Nature Filmmaking
Pitching and developing blue-chip natural history projects
Budgeting for remote shoots and managing field logistics
Building relationships with broadcasters and distributors
Protecting yourself legally and ethically when covering controversial environmental issues
At the end of the day, I don't just want to train better filmmakers - I want to train better advocates. Because the world doesn't need more content; it needs more voices fighting for what's left.
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