Master Wildlife Filmmaking

05/08/2024

A new Mini-Bonus episode of the Behind the Wild Lens podcast is out today with My Octopus Teacher’s Roger Horrocks who describes his most incredible wildlife filming experience as being in a ten story techno party in Berlin!

Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of what it takes to make your favorite natural history TV shows and landmark series from the camera people, producers, TV hosts, composers, editors and directors who make them. This is a sneak-peak behind the curtain of wildlife filmmaking. (formerly the Master Wildli...

05/08/2024

A new Mini-Bonus episode of the Behind the Wild Lens podcast is out today with My Octopus Teacher’s Roger Horrocks who describes his most incredible wildlife filming experience as being in a ten story techno party in Berlin!
Link in bio.

04/15/2024

Look what I found on my flight to Florida!

04/08/2024

Good morning Hollywood!

Well, at least I got to see the backside of the Hollywood hills where the sign is! 😆 Good morning Burbank is more accurate!

Now into the mountains.

04/08/2024

Good morning Hollywood!

Well, at least I got to see the backside of the Hollywood hills where the sign is! 😆 Good morning Burbank is more accurate!

Now into the mountains.

03/28/2024

Behind the Wild Lens ep. 50 is out!
George Vlad - Soundscape Recordist, Dune Part 2, Planet Earth 3, Mufasa: The Lion King

https://sites.libsyn.com/82058/george-vlad-sound-recordist-dune-part-2-planet-earth-3-mufasa-the-lion-king

George Vlad records sounds. He likes to focus on pristine natural soundscapes free from human influence, of which there are less and less every day.

His quest to escape human-made noise takes him to remote and sometimes inhospitable parts of the world. This is more than fine with George as he loves exploring and doesn’t shy away from adventure.

His recent projects include the blockbuster movie Dune Part 2, Planet Earth III, Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King and Sony Playstation video game Horizon Forbidden West.

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)

SUBSCRIBE wherever you get your favorite podcasts.

02/28/2024

THE PODCAST IS BACK with an amazing episode with a fantastic fellow.

Fredi Devas - Director Planet Earth II & III, Seven Worlds One Planet, Antarctica IMAX

Fredi has directed some of the most successful natural history series in existence... he also knows where the record button is on a camera!

Check out the newest episode of the Behind the Wild Lens podcast wherever you listen to your favorite shows.

Oh, and please subscribe! Thank you.

https://www.jakewillers.com/FrediDevas
https://pod.link/MasterWildlifeFilmmaking

Fredi has directed some of the most successful natural history series in existence... he also knows where the record button is on a camera!

02/19/2024

A New Free Community for all Wildlife Filmmakers
The Wildlife Filmmaker's Networking Community is growing fast! You really should check it out.

We've setup a FREE Community open to everyone where you can chat, share your films, collaborate and network with each other. In these frustrating times where work can be thin on the ground networking is the best way to get ahead.

This community is a fully customized experience separate from social media. You don't have to have any form of social media accounts to be a member, just click on the link to join in and be part of the conversations!

https://www.jakewillers.com/offers/P4K7UczS

12/16/2023

Tonight’s the night! In the US on BBC America Planet Earth III, ‘Human’ episode airs.

There’s an advantage to being alone in the middle of the night with urban bears roaming the streets. I was one of the lucky few who could continue capturing incredible footage during the Pandemic. That footage is part of this amazing series.

What an honor to be part of Planet Earth III with a team of wonderful people at the BBC natural history unit.

Check it out on BBC America, streaming as part of AMC+

Enjoy!

12/03/2023

Urban black bears foraging around town in Lake Tahoe. Check them out tonight on Planet Earth III, 6:20pm BBC One.

I have filmed this particular bear in the pic below many times over the years. He’s the OG of the neighborhood!

By Fredi Devas, producer and director for Human

12/03/2023

Urban black bears in town at Lake Tahoe. Check them out tonight on Planet Earth III, 6:20pm BBC One.

I have filmed this particular bear for many years foraging in town. He’s the OG of the neighborhood!

11/04/2023

Today’s the day!!

Planet Earth III is premiering today in the US on BBC America. If you don’t have BBC America as part of your TV package you can get it as part of an amc+ subscription.

Episode 1 is all about “Coasts”. Where land and sea collide, this dynamic habitat houses some of the planet’s most surprising stories.

I’m super excited to have been part of this production. Check it out if you can!