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Behind the Wild Lens

Join us on the Behind the Wild Lens Podcast as we uncover the mesmerizing secrets and captivating stories behind your beloved natural history TV shows. Immerse yourself in the thrilling journey from the lens to your screen, guided by the unsung heroes - camera wizards, insightful producers, charismatic TV hosts, brilliant composers, editing maestros, and visionary directors. Let us pull back the curtain for an exclusive insider's peek into the enchanting realm of wildlife filmmaking. Prepare to be awestruck by the magic that brings nature to life before your very eyes! (formerly the Master Wildlife Filmmaking Podcast)
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Now displaying: Category: Science & Nature Filmmaking
Aug 16, 2022

Ben and the team at Fin & Fur Films blends strong messages with beautiful filmmaking in all their films and Deep in the Heart is no exception. 

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Are you interested in becoming a wildlife filmmaker or further your career in the industry?

If so, check out my free video training at: https://www.jakewillers.com/mentorship

In this video training you’ll learn the method I use to remain laser focused during my productions and how to create image sequences that tell a story!

If you want to get the BTS on the podcast guests, extra podcast content, CatchUp Conversations and more check out the Patreon page to get more info: https://www.patreon.com/MWFP

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Aug 3, 2022

From directing Bear Grylls in a camel carcass in the Sahara to becoming an Author & Novelist Tony has had a diverse palette of roles.

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Are you interested in becoming a wildlife filmmaker or furthering your career in the industry? If so, check out my free video training at: https://www.jakewillers.com/mentorship

In this video training you’ll learn the method I use to remain laser focused during my productions and how to create image sequences that tell a story!

If you want to get the BTS on the podcast guests, extra podcast content, CatchUp Conversations and Ad-free podcast episodes then check out the Patreon page to get more info: https://www.patreon.com/MWFP

Jul 19, 2022

Being swarmed by bees, stampeded by elephants and eating tribal delicacies are just some of the daily activities Hazen finds himself enduring!

Are you interested in becoming a wildlife filmmaker or furthering your career in the industry?

If so, check out my free video training at: https://www.jakewillers.com/mentorship

In this video training you’ll learn the method I use to remain laser focused during my productions and how to create image sequences that tell a story!

If you want to get the BTS on the podcast guests, extra podcast content, CatchUp Conversations and Ad-free podcast episodes then check out the Patreon page to get more info: https://www.patreon.com/MWFP

 

Jul 2, 2022

Life sometimes throws us a curve ball and we have to make a course correction, but taking that leap when opportunity reveals itself can be hard, yet Alan went for it!

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Are you interested in becoming a wildlife filmmaker or further your career in the industry?

If so, check out my free video training at: https://www.jakewillers.com/mentorship

In this video training you’ll learn the method I use to remain laser focused during my productions and how to create image sequences that tell a story!

If you want to get the BTS on the podcast guests, extra podcast content, CatchUp Conversations and Ad-free podcast episodes then check out the Patreon page to get more info: https://www.patreon.com/MWFP

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Jun 15, 2022

The Best Advice Compilation No.1 contains advice from 11 guests from previous episodes. This advice is so valuable it needs to be heard again and again.

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Are you interested in becoming a wildlife filmmaker or further your career in the industry?

If so, check out my free video training at: https://www.jakewillers.com/mentorship

In this video training you’ll learn the method I use to remain laser focused during my productions and how to create image sequences that tell a story!

If you want to get the BTS on the podcast guests, extra podcast content, CatchUp Conversations and Ad-free podcast episodes then check out the Patreon page to get more info: https://www.patreon.com/MWFP

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Jun 1, 2022

Jamie is best known for epic wildlife gimbal cinematography from all types of vehicles such as helicopters, ATVs, snowmobiles, boats and his DIY cine-buggy.

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Are you interested in becoming a wildlife filmmaker or further your career in the industry?

If so, check out my free video training at: https://www.jakewillers.com/mentorship

In this video training you’ll learn the method I use to remain laser focused during my productions and how to create image sequences that tell a story!

If you want to get the BTS on the podcast guests, extra podcast content, CatchUp Conversations and Ad-free podcast episodes then check out the Patreon page to get more info: https://www.patreon.com/MWFP

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May 15, 2022

Sripad Sridhar experienced an event when he was just 21 where he could have lost his life. That event cemented his desire to become a wildlife filmmaker.

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Are you interested in becoming a wildlife filmmaker or further your career in the industry?

If so, check out my free video training at: https://www.jakewillers.com/mentorship

In this video training you’ll learn the method I use to remain laser focused during my productions and how to create image sequences that tell a story!

If you want to get the BTS on the podcast guests, extra podcast content, CatchUp Conversations and Ad-free podcast episodes then check out the Patreon page to get more info: https://www.patreon.com/MWFP

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Apr 15, 2022

From Nature Photographer to Wildlife Filmmaker, Jayaprakash has taken the leap and now spends the majority of his time filming wildlife in Singapore for NGOs.

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Are you interested in becoming a wildlife filmmaker or further your career in the industry?

If so, check out my free video training at: https://www.jakewillers.com/mentorship

In this video training you’ll learn the method I use to remain laser focused during my productions and how to create image sequences that tell a story!

If you want to get the BTS on the podcast guests, extra podcast content, CatchUp Conversations and Ad-free podcast episodes then check out the Patreon page to get more info: https://www.patreon.com/MWFP

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Mar 15, 2022
Andy Casagrande IV knows a thing or two about sharks as he spends most of his time underwater with them. Andy's not afraid to give away great advice and inspire a new generation of filmmakers!

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Are you interested in becoming a wildlife filmmaker or further your career in the industry?

If so, check out my free video training at: https://www.jakewillers.com/mentorship

In this video training you’ll learn the method I use to remain laser focused during my productions and how to create image sequences that tell a story!

If you want to get the BTS on the podcast guests, extra podcast content, CatchUp Conversations and more check out the Patreon page to get more info: https://www.patreon.com/MWFP

Jan 22, 2022

Barend & Henk chat about their TV series Rooted, how they got their start in the industry, and overcoming the challenges of filming during a pandemic.

Nov 24, 2021

Erin discusses her passion for long lens filming, how she navigated her way through the industry and why it so important to pursue your own goals.

Oct 22, 2021

From her beginning as a journalist & graphic designer to her current role as Executive Director of Jackson Wild, Lisa discusses the importance of drive and passion.

Sep 23, 2021

Jake speaks about his early years running a wildlife park, his move into wildlife filmmaking and how he now juggles his work and career.

Aug 22, 2021

Casey chats about his early years breaking into the industry, his latest film, and the passion that drives him to make wildlife films.

Jul 23, 2021

Jeff discusses filming in Yellowstone, working with Sir David Attenborough & Chris Morgan, and utilizing custom made camera traps to film mountain lions.

May 23, 2021

Sophie shares her journey into wildlife filmmaking, the importance of a strong message in her films and diversity in the future of the industry.

Mar 23, 2021

Ivo discusses his journey into wildlife filmmaking as well as how he managed to persuade Canon to build the CN20 lens, now synonymous with wildlife filmmaking.

Feb 22, 2021

Rob shares his career story, chats about his film Hollywood Fox and explains why his latest ventures, Wild Propaganda and Mammalz, are so important.

Jan 23, 2021

Rob discusses his passion for science communication, why he's chosen his particular career path, the ups and downs of it all and his new book.

Dec 23, 2020

Doug discusses how he broke into the industry meeting David Attenborough and crew in the Antarctic, how advances in filming gear has changed his workflow, and so much more.

Nov 25, 2020

Nate talks with Jake about grant writing, gear obsession, the importance of insurance and contingency plans, and the need for a healthy balance between filming and family.

Oct 27, 2020

Dan discusses his films 'Queen of Birds' and 'To Find a Harpy', his global explorations, the importance of having a management agency, and his Wilderland Film Festival.

Oct 1, 2020

Patricia discusses working on marketing the landmark series Planet Earth II and Blue Planet II and how marketing strategies are evolving.

Aug 27, 2020

Judy’s story is certainly not the norm. Judy is a former college biology teacher now following her passion for wildlife filmmaking.

When Judy retired from her teaching career, she immediately bought a Red One Camera and headed to Yellowstone to film. She now spends the majority of her time in Yellowstone gathering footage for documentaries, stock footage libraries and her youtube channel.

Judy’s goal is to educate viewers on the wildlife that inhabits our planet and to understand its plight. Judy’s YouTube channel ‘Epic Nature’ has a diverse variety of films with subjects ranging from lions to slime molds and wild dogs to butterflies.

Jul 25, 2020

Stephen talks about his start in the industry, his time at the BBC, founding Humble Bee Films and working with Nigel Marven and Sir David Attenborough.

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