conservation scientist & filmmaker

about Me

I am a conservation scientist, filmmaker, and director of the Edinburgh Conservation Film Festival, Scotland’s only festival dedicated to conservation filmmaking. Based in Scotland, I combine over 20 years of experience in applied conservation with a passion for telling powerful, authentic stories that connect people to biodiversity conservation.

MY WORK

With a doctorate in Ecology and Evolution, I have worked across the fields of applied conservation, wildlife forensics, and wildlife crime scene investigation. These experiences have shown me that while data and figures are vital, stories and images are what truly inspire people to engage with conservation.

Through my films I focus on:

  • The individuals and organisations driving conservation success.

  • The science behind where, why, and how conservation happens.

  • Practical ways everyone can help protect nature.

My storytelling Approach

Conservation is about more than landscapes and species, it is about people, their dedication, and years of hard work.

I tell their stories.

Across the world, dedicated people are working tirelessly to protect and restore biodiversity. I believe that by sharing their stories, we can inspire others to connect with the natural world and support the projects safeguarding our global heritage. Too often, conservation is framed as “doom and gloom.” While the challenges are real, I focus on optimism, showcasing the remarkable successes and innovations already making a difference. By highlighting these stories, without shying away from the truth, I aim to engage wider audiences and build a stronger collective voice for conservation.

We can make a difference, and many people and organisations already are.

Understanding the challenges of fieldwork, I film with a small or single-person crew, carrying only the essentials. This low-impact approach ensures I capture the story while being as unobtrusive as possible. And if a crisis hits, I will gladly put the camera down and get my hands dirty with any help needed.

Let’s Work Together

If you want to bring your conservation work to new audiences through compelling, respectful storytelling, I’d love to collaborate.

Please get in touch.

Let’s share your story.