Multi-skilled filmmaker servicing the documentary filmmaking industry
PRODUCTION services
With 25 years of experience in the wildlife and natural history documentary world, I bring a deep and versatile skillset to every project I join. I’ve specialised in productions across Africa for much of my career—navigating remote locations, hosting on camera, and handling everything from permits to field logistics. Now based between Africa and New Zealand, my focus has extended to the rich natural stories of Aotearoa and the Pacific Islands. I’m an experienced underwater camera operator and drone pilot, and I come fully equipped with my own filming gear and logistics setup. I approach each project with energy, adaptability, and a commitment to helping teams capture the wild with clarity, creativity, and success.
CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT
My experience enables me to step confidently into producer or director roles on wildlife and marine documentaries, particularly when working alongside established production houses. Several successful projects I’ve been part of were born from strategic co-productions, where I’ve contributed not only creative direction but also original concepts and writing.
Specific experience
- Concept originator
- Treatment writing
- Pitching
- Executive producer
- Producer
- Director (indie films only)
TALENT
I’ve had the privilege of featuring in and hosting over 40 documentaries for National Geographic’s Sharkfest and Discovery Channel’s Shark Week. As a published shark biologist, I aim to strike a balance between entertainment and education, using each appearance to shed light on the hidden lives of some of the ocean’s most misunderstood creatures.
Specific experience
- Hosting
- Character
- Interviewee
- Acting – Fresh Talent Agency
CAMERA
I’m a qualified and experienced camera operator with a specialist focus on capturing the natural world from beneath the surface and from the air. My work in underwater and drone cinematography is supported by a robust production kit, including underwater setups for the Sony A7S III and Sony FS7 Mk1, as well as the DJI Mavic 3 Pro for aerial shots.
Specific experience
- Underwater cinematography
- Aerial cinematography
- Effect cameras
- Topside camera (indie / stock)
FIXING
My in-depth local knowledge of Africa and New Zealand makes me a valuable asset to international producers looking to navigate the challenging environments of filming documentaries in these regions. I offer a full range of fixing services, from navigating production rebates and securing filming permits to sourcing crew and engineering custom props. My fixing services provide tailored solutions to ensure smooth, successful shoots on the ground.
Specific services
- Viability assessments
- Rebate administration
- Research & filming permits
- Talent & crew sourcing
- Location recce
- Kit hire
- Prop development
- Shoot planning
- Specialist guiding
Where I've worked
Many of my most successful productions have resulted from co-producing with established production companies. My creativity, wildlife knowledge and unique access positions me in a fortunate position to write compelling and viable narratives. I prefer to offer proven producers co-production options on my original narratives.
Admittedly, I often wear many hats in productions. I do not have a preference, and am happy to work in any of the roles I have highlighted above. My passion is for storytelling and revealing the wonders of the natural world in a manner that will compel and engage with audiences.
Yes! Having worked in this industry for several years, I understand that dedicated concept, development, and pitching efforts are critical before raising production finances. I am happy to ‘work on spec’ with proven producers if a conditional agreement is in place.
Yes. I routinely make footage from my library freely available to producers during the development and pitching phase of a production. If a production is subsequently commissioned/financed, then footage will be available for licensing to the production at my standard licensing rates.
Whilst most of my production work is within Southern Africa and Oceania, my wildlife and production skill set allows me to contribute to production expeditions anywhere throughout the world. For fixing services, I am comfortable contributing in South Africa, Mozambique, Australia and New Zealand.