MONDAY, September 28
Morning Yoga with YogaToday
7:00 - 8:00, Trappers Lounge
Relaxing morning yoga with a beautiful Tetons view! Mats, blocks and straps will be provided, and an instructor will be on hand to adjust during the yogatoday.com classes that will be shown on screen.
Networking Breakfast
7:30 – 8:30, Explorer Room & Delegate Lounge
sponsored by Terra Mater Factual Studios
Breakfast with a bite—make the most of every networking opportunity by joining a table of people you DON’T already know. That is what this week is about!
Adaptive Strategies: Beyond the Ivory Crisis
9:00 – 10:00, Explorer Room
We know that human settlement and land-use has led to habitat depletion and the fragmentation of ancient elephant migratory routes, leading to an increase in human-elephant contact and conflict. This session examines strategies underway in both Africa and Asia, with a special focus on innovative new approaches for dealing with the underlying issues: from poverty and war to agriculture and resource extraction. This session is part of JHWFF's Elephant Conservation Summit.
James Deutsch (Moderator), Vulcan, Inc.
Pat Awori, Pan African Wildlife Conservation Network
Frank Pope, Save the Elephants
Anna Songhurst, Ecoexist
Noah Sitati, African Wildlife Foundation
Cameras, Lenses, Mounts & Drones
9:00 – 1:00, Trappers Lounge and Terrace
Many broadcasters and streaming platforms already require 4K video delivery and the subtle differences between the tools available to filmmakers can make a big impact on which is most appropriate for YOUR requirements. With frame rates up to 360 fps, 2/3” bodies, fabulous lenses and a stunning array of mounts and ROVS, wildlife imaging is reaching a whole new level of brilliance. A hands-on examination of the newest cameras in action. Come play before you rent or buy.
Empowering Community
10:30 – 11:30, Explorer Room
Engage, empower and stabilize local communities, and stewardship of the wildlife and wilderness will follow. A look at some successful programs and initiatives that promote wildlife and humans to coexist and encourage local stewardship of the land and resources. This session is part of JHWFF's Elephant Conservation Summit.
Saba Douglas-Hamilton (Moderator), Save the Elephants
Susan Canney, Mali Elephant Project
Winnie Kiiru, Conservation Kenya
Dennis Rentsch, Frankfurt Zoological Society
Ginger Thomson, Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
WORKING LUNCH
IDEA SLAM: On the Ground Insight + Media Engagement = Amplified Impact
(sponsored by National Geographic Society)
11:30 – 1:15, Explorer Room and Delegate Lounge
Focused on addressing demand for ivory and elephant products, this is the second of three can’t miss sessions during the summit designed to lay the groundwork and frame out collaborations that ensure we maximize our impact. Bring your ideas to the table and moderators will lead a discussion designed to brainstorm strategies that have the potential to move the needle on elephant conservation. Table Moderators will facilitate brainstorming followed by full group discussion of the ideas that emerge. This session is part of JHWFF's Elephant Conservation Summit.
The Commerce of Conservation
1:30 – 2:30 Explorer Room
Conservation will only prevail if tangible and sustainable benefits are realized by the broader community beyond the ecotourism sector. From public/private partnerships to scientific research and community development, here are approaches that might be transferrable. This session is part of JHWFF's Elephant Conservation Summit.
John Heminway (Moderator), Everwild Media/Wildlife Direct
Beth Allgood, International Fund for Animal Welfare
Greg Carr, The Gorongosa Restoration Project
Dereck & Beverly Joubert, Great Plains Conservation
Mike Korchinsky, Wildlife Works
7:00 - 8:00, Trappers Lounge
Relaxing morning yoga with a beautiful Tetons view! Mats, blocks and straps will be provided, and an instructor will be on hand to adjust during the yogatoday.com classes that will be shown on screen.
Networking Breakfast
7:30 – 8:30, Explorer Room & Delegate Lounge
sponsored by Terra Mater Factual Studios
Breakfast with a bite—make the most of every networking opportunity by joining a table of people you DON’T already know. That is what this week is about!
Adaptive Strategies: Beyond the Ivory Crisis
9:00 – 10:00, Explorer Room
We know that human settlement and land-use has led to habitat depletion and the fragmentation of ancient elephant migratory routes, leading to an increase in human-elephant contact and conflict. This session examines strategies underway in both Africa and Asia, with a special focus on innovative new approaches for dealing with the underlying issues: from poverty and war to agriculture and resource extraction. This session is part of JHWFF's Elephant Conservation Summit.
James Deutsch (Moderator), Vulcan, Inc.
Pat Awori, Pan African Wildlife Conservation Network
Frank Pope, Save the Elephants
Anna Songhurst, Ecoexist
Noah Sitati, African Wildlife Foundation
Cameras, Lenses, Mounts & Drones
9:00 – 1:00, Trappers Lounge and Terrace
Many broadcasters and streaming platforms already require 4K video delivery and the subtle differences between the tools available to filmmakers can make a big impact on which is most appropriate for YOUR requirements. With frame rates up to 360 fps, 2/3” bodies, fabulous lenses and a stunning array of mounts and ROVS, wildlife imaging is reaching a whole new level of brilliance. A hands-on examination of the newest cameras in action. Come play before you rent or buy.
Empowering Community
10:30 – 11:30, Explorer Room
Engage, empower and stabilize local communities, and stewardship of the wildlife and wilderness will follow. A look at some successful programs and initiatives that promote wildlife and humans to coexist and encourage local stewardship of the land and resources. This session is part of JHWFF's Elephant Conservation Summit.
Saba Douglas-Hamilton (Moderator), Save the Elephants
Susan Canney, Mali Elephant Project
Winnie Kiiru, Conservation Kenya
Dennis Rentsch, Frankfurt Zoological Society
Ginger Thomson, Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
WORKING LUNCH
IDEA SLAM: On the Ground Insight + Media Engagement = Amplified Impact
(sponsored by National Geographic Society)
11:30 – 1:15, Explorer Room and Delegate Lounge
Focused on addressing demand for ivory and elephant products, this is the second of three can’t miss sessions during the summit designed to lay the groundwork and frame out collaborations that ensure we maximize our impact. Bring your ideas to the table and moderators will lead a discussion designed to brainstorm strategies that have the potential to move the needle on elephant conservation. Table Moderators will facilitate brainstorming followed by full group discussion of the ideas that emerge. This session is part of JHWFF's Elephant Conservation Summit.
The Commerce of Conservation
1:30 – 2:30 Explorer Room
Conservation will only prevail if tangible and sustainable benefits are realized by the broader community beyond the ecotourism sector. From public/private partnerships to scientific research and community development, here are approaches that might be transferrable. This session is part of JHWFF's Elephant Conservation Summit.
John Heminway (Moderator), Everwild Media/Wildlife Direct
Beth Allgood, International Fund for Animal Welfare
Greg Carr, The Gorongosa Restoration Project
Dereck & Beverly Joubert, Great Plains Conservation
Mike Korchinsky, Wildlife Works
Crafting the Perfect Pitch
1:30 – 2:30, Seminar Room
Come prepared to present--you will get a critique on the spot, with tips to help you prepare for a week filled with opportunities to deliver a concise and compelling project pitch. Don’t squander a critical minute in the food line when you let a commissioner cut in front of you!
Carol Fleisher (Session Producer & Moderator), Fleisherfilm
Lucinda Axelsson, BBC
Sabine Holzer, Terra Mater Factual Studios
Emre Izat, Off the Fence Productions
Jared Lipworth, National Geographic Studios
4K On the Bench with RED
1:30 – 2:30 Trappers Lounge & Terrace
From pre-production testing at the bench and into the field for hands-on shooting, to the final on-screen evidence, you have the chance to field test every major 4K camera to see which one delivers best to meet your specific production needs. Experts from RED offer an exclusive hour for testing and pre-pro.
Reports from the Field
3:00 – 4:00, Explorer Room
Some of the innovative approaches, success stories, challenges and lessons learned from those at the forefront of nature and conservation. Presenters have 8 minutes to share compelling new stories, discoveries, and big ideas that the world needs to hear. This session is part of JHWFF's Elephant Conservation Summit.
Maryanne Culpepper (Session Producer & Moderator), Graffiti Works, Inc.
Pete Coppolillo, Working Dogs for Conservation
Dereck Joubert, Rhino Rescue Project
Jeff Flocken, International Fund for Animal Welfare
Liz Gibbs, Ravio
Marc Goss, Mara Elephant Project
Re-imagining Indie Funding & Distribution
3:00 – 4:00, Seminar Room
The internet has irrevocably changed media underwriting, distribution and consumption! From crowd-sourced funding to highly curated niche “channels” for specifically targeted interest groups, and the proliferation of SVOD, traditional business models for nat-history and science programming have been upended.
Gianna Savoie (Moderator), Ocean Media Institute
Jorge Franzini, CuriosityStream
Suzanne Harle, Green Planet Films
Kathryn Pasternak, Pasternak Media, LLC
Louie Schwartzberg, Moving Art
4K On the Bench with Panasonic
3:00 – 4:00 Trappers Lounge & Terrace
From pre-production testing at the bench and into the field for hands-on shooting, to the final on-screen evidence, you have the chance to field test every major 4K camera to see which one delivers best to meet your specific production needs. Experts from Panasonic offer an exclusive hour for testing and pre-pro.
Steve Mahrer
JHWFF Official Festival Welcome
Natural History Media & Conservation Today
4:30 – 6:00, Explorer Room
Losing species at five times the rate ever known in history, we are on the verge of the planet’s sixth mass extinction. In an era where media is more accessible, immediate and personal than ever before, what are we actually doing to make a discernible impact on culture, consumer behavior and—perhaps—the fate of our planet?
Michael Rosenfeld (Moderator), JHWFF Chairman of the Board, CEO Amber Road Media
Dave Allen, Passion Pictures
Peter Knights, WildAid
Carole Tomko, Vulcan, Inc.
Ellen Windemuth, Off the Fence Productions
Welcome Reception on the Sunset Terrace
6:00 – 7:30, sponsored By Panasonic
When the opening day sessions conclude, the fun kicks up a notch. Join our host, Panasonic, for a Teton sunset and toast to the best Festival yet, with an open bar, delicious appetizers and a welcome opportunity to greet old friends and meet a few new ones!
Working Dogs for Conservation Demonstration
6:00 - 7:30, on the lawn below the Sunset Terrace during happy hour
Conservation Detection Dogs are key players in stopping Ivory trafficking and the illegal wildlife trade. Pepin, a 9-year old Belgian Malinois and one of the world's most experienced conservation dogs, will demonstrate ivory detection, handled by Working Dogs for Conservation Founder and Director of Research, Dr. Megan Parker. WD4C's Executive Director, Dr. Pete Coppolillo, will be on hand to answer questions and explain the process and how rescue dogs like Pepin are playing an integral role in the changing world of conservation.
PREMIERE SCREENING EVENT:
NATURE: Soul of the Elephant, Airing nationally on PBS in October, 2015
7:30 – 9:00, Explorer Room
Ironically, every dead elephant with its ivory intact is a reason to celebrate. It means an elephant died of natural causes, not bullets, snares or poison, and that soul was allowed to be celebrated and mourned by its herd. Award-winning filmmakers, Dereck and Beverly Joubert start with the remains of two bull elephants and through a series of key flashbacks, look at the lives they might have led, the dramas they may have seen, their great migrations for water with their families, and their encounters with lions and hyenas. This film, shot over two years, is an intimate look at elephants through the lens of two great visual storytellers of the natural history genre.
Talkback session will follow.
Janet Hess, THIRTEEN/WNET
Beverly Joubert, Wildlife Films
Dereck Joubert, Wildlife Films
1:30 – 2:30, Seminar Room
Come prepared to present--you will get a critique on the spot, with tips to help you prepare for a week filled with opportunities to deliver a concise and compelling project pitch. Don’t squander a critical minute in the food line when you let a commissioner cut in front of you!
Carol Fleisher (Session Producer & Moderator), Fleisherfilm
Lucinda Axelsson, BBC
Sabine Holzer, Terra Mater Factual Studios
Emre Izat, Off the Fence Productions
Jared Lipworth, National Geographic Studios
4K On the Bench with RED
1:30 – 2:30 Trappers Lounge & Terrace
From pre-production testing at the bench and into the field for hands-on shooting, to the final on-screen evidence, you have the chance to field test every major 4K camera to see which one delivers best to meet your specific production needs. Experts from RED offer an exclusive hour for testing and pre-pro.
Reports from the Field
3:00 – 4:00, Explorer Room
Some of the innovative approaches, success stories, challenges and lessons learned from those at the forefront of nature and conservation. Presenters have 8 minutes to share compelling new stories, discoveries, and big ideas that the world needs to hear. This session is part of JHWFF's Elephant Conservation Summit.
Maryanne Culpepper (Session Producer & Moderator), Graffiti Works, Inc.
Pete Coppolillo, Working Dogs for Conservation
Dereck Joubert, Rhino Rescue Project
Jeff Flocken, International Fund for Animal Welfare
Liz Gibbs, Ravio
Marc Goss, Mara Elephant Project
Re-imagining Indie Funding & Distribution
3:00 – 4:00, Seminar Room
The internet has irrevocably changed media underwriting, distribution and consumption! From crowd-sourced funding to highly curated niche “channels” for specifically targeted interest groups, and the proliferation of SVOD, traditional business models for nat-history and science programming have been upended.
Gianna Savoie (Moderator), Ocean Media Institute
Jorge Franzini, CuriosityStream
Suzanne Harle, Green Planet Films
Kathryn Pasternak, Pasternak Media, LLC
Louie Schwartzberg, Moving Art
4K On the Bench with Panasonic
3:00 – 4:00 Trappers Lounge & Terrace
From pre-production testing at the bench and into the field for hands-on shooting, to the final on-screen evidence, you have the chance to field test every major 4K camera to see which one delivers best to meet your specific production needs. Experts from Panasonic offer an exclusive hour for testing and pre-pro.
Steve Mahrer
JHWFF Official Festival Welcome
Natural History Media & Conservation Today
4:30 – 6:00, Explorer Room
Losing species at five times the rate ever known in history, we are on the verge of the planet’s sixth mass extinction. In an era where media is more accessible, immediate and personal than ever before, what are we actually doing to make a discernible impact on culture, consumer behavior and—perhaps—the fate of our planet?
Michael Rosenfeld (Moderator), JHWFF Chairman of the Board, CEO Amber Road Media
Dave Allen, Passion Pictures
Peter Knights, WildAid
Carole Tomko, Vulcan, Inc.
Ellen Windemuth, Off the Fence Productions
Welcome Reception on the Sunset Terrace
6:00 – 7:30, sponsored By Panasonic
When the opening day sessions conclude, the fun kicks up a notch. Join our host, Panasonic, for a Teton sunset and toast to the best Festival yet, with an open bar, delicious appetizers and a welcome opportunity to greet old friends and meet a few new ones!
Working Dogs for Conservation Demonstration
6:00 - 7:30, on the lawn below the Sunset Terrace during happy hour
Conservation Detection Dogs are key players in stopping Ivory trafficking and the illegal wildlife trade. Pepin, a 9-year old Belgian Malinois and one of the world's most experienced conservation dogs, will demonstrate ivory detection, handled by Working Dogs for Conservation Founder and Director of Research, Dr. Megan Parker. WD4C's Executive Director, Dr. Pete Coppolillo, will be on hand to answer questions and explain the process and how rescue dogs like Pepin are playing an integral role in the changing world of conservation.
PREMIERE SCREENING EVENT:
NATURE: Soul of the Elephant, Airing nationally on PBS in October, 2015
7:30 – 9:00, Explorer Room
Ironically, every dead elephant with its ivory intact is a reason to celebrate. It means an elephant died of natural causes, not bullets, snares or poison, and that soul was allowed to be celebrated and mourned by its herd. Award-winning filmmakers, Dereck and Beverly Joubert start with the remains of two bull elephants and through a series of key flashbacks, look at the lives they might have led, the dramas they may have seen, their great migrations for water with their families, and their encounters with lions and hyenas. This film, shot over two years, is an intimate look at elephants through the lens of two great visual storytellers of the natural history genre.
Talkback session will follow.
Janet Hess, THIRTEEN/WNET
Beverly Joubert, Wildlife Films
Dereck Joubert, Wildlife Films
TUESDAY, September 29
Morning Yoga with YogaToday
7:00 - 8:00, Trappers Lounge
Relaxing morning yoga with a beautiful Tetons view! Mats, blocks and straps will be provided, and an instructor will be on hand to adjust during the yogatoday.com classes that will be shown on screen.
Mentor/Newcomer Breakfast
7:30 – 8:30, Explorer Room
sponsored by Disneynature
Seasoned industry veterans join emerging filmmakers for frank roundtable conversations and a chance to strategize for a week of networking and engagement! If you have signed on to be a mentor or mentee for more extended involvement, this will be your official first meet-up.
The Art and Science of Effective Storytelling
9:00 – 10:00 Explorer Room
It doesn’t matter if you are revealing the wonder of science, advocating for wildlife conservation or weaving a cinematic dream – nuances in how you tell the story can transform its impact on your audience. Dan Kahan heads Yale’s Evidence-Based Science Communications Initiative, and his data have riveted the attention of science media purveyors of all genres. This session is part of JHWFF's Elephant Conservation Summit and begins this year's first Science Strand (funded in part by a grant from the National Science Foundation).
Katie Carpenter (Moderator/Session Producer), Everwild Media & Yale University
Laurie David, Author & Producer
Jody Gottlieb, Vulcan Productions
Dan Kahan, Yale University
Carl Safina, The Safina Center at Stony Brook University
Cameras, Lenses, Mounts & Drones
9:00 – 1:00, Trappers Lounge & Terrace
Many broadcasters and streaming platforms already require 4K video delivery and the subtle differences between the tools available to filmmakers can make a big impact on which is most appropriate for YOUR requirements. With frame rates up to 360 fps, 2/3” bodies, fabulous lenses and a stunning array of mounts and ROVS, wildlife imaging is reaching a whole new level of brilliance! A hands-on examination of the newest cameras in action.
Micro-Movies, Maxi-Impact
9:00 – 10:00, Seminar Room
Here is a look at some of the most effective short-form storytelling out there. Shared via social media, the potential reach and impact is huge. Learn how to amplify your content strategy in our incredibly “noisy” digital world. Session Producer: Neil Losin.
Nate Dappen (Moderator), Day's Edge Productions
Craig Rosa, KQED
Louie Schwartzberg, Moving Art
Jo Sermon, BBC Earth
Liz Smith, Conservation Media Group
360Heros 360RV (on location)
9:00 - 10:30 In front of the Lodge
The 360Heros 360RV has been on tour since January of 2015 spreading the word about virtual reality 360 video technology. Part production tech suite, part mobile education center, the 360RV showcases the world’s latest VR tech and serves as a resource for content creators across the country.
From the Commissioners: Here’s What we REALLY want…Honest!
10:00 – 5:00, Antelope 1
You heard the overview on what is trending, and where key commissioners seem to be going. Now spend 30 minutes of “quality time” to learn where their specific programming priorities lie so you can fine-tune the project you want them to love. Sage advice from those who sell: know your buyer!
10:00 - 10:30 Lynn Hirshfield, Participant Media
11:30 - 12:00 Jöern Röever, NDR
12:00 - 12:30 Jorge Franzini, Curiosity.stream
12:30 - 1:00 Tetsunori Kikuchi, NHK
2:00 - 2:30 Hilary Sparrow, Vulcan Productions
2:30 - 3:00 Liz Brach, Discovery Networks International
3:00 - 3:30 John Bredar, WGBH
4:00 - 4:30 Andrew Solomon, ORF/Universum
7:00 - 8:00, Trappers Lounge
Relaxing morning yoga with a beautiful Tetons view! Mats, blocks and straps will be provided, and an instructor will be on hand to adjust during the yogatoday.com classes that will be shown on screen.
Mentor/Newcomer Breakfast
7:30 – 8:30, Explorer Room
sponsored by Disneynature
Seasoned industry veterans join emerging filmmakers for frank roundtable conversations and a chance to strategize for a week of networking and engagement! If you have signed on to be a mentor or mentee for more extended involvement, this will be your official first meet-up.
The Art and Science of Effective Storytelling
9:00 – 10:00 Explorer Room
It doesn’t matter if you are revealing the wonder of science, advocating for wildlife conservation or weaving a cinematic dream – nuances in how you tell the story can transform its impact on your audience. Dan Kahan heads Yale’s Evidence-Based Science Communications Initiative, and his data have riveted the attention of science media purveyors of all genres. This session is part of JHWFF's Elephant Conservation Summit and begins this year's first Science Strand (funded in part by a grant from the National Science Foundation).
Katie Carpenter (Moderator/Session Producer), Everwild Media & Yale University
Laurie David, Author & Producer
Jody Gottlieb, Vulcan Productions
Dan Kahan, Yale University
Carl Safina, The Safina Center at Stony Brook University
Cameras, Lenses, Mounts & Drones
9:00 – 1:00, Trappers Lounge & Terrace
Many broadcasters and streaming platforms already require 4K video delivery and the subtle differences between the tools available to filmmakers can make a big impact on which is most appropriate for YOUR requirements. With frame rates up to 360 fps, 2/3” bodies, fabulous lenses and a stunning array of mounts and ROVS, wildlife imaging is reaching a whole new level of brilliance! A hands-on examination of the newest cameras in action.
Micro-Movies, Maxi-Impact
9:00 – 10:00, Seminar Room
Here is a look at some of the most effective short-form storytelling out there. Shared via social media, the potential reach and impact is huge. Learn how to amplify your content strategy in our incredibly “noisy” digital world. Session Producer: Neil Losin.
Nate Dappen (Moderator), Day's Edge Productions
Craig Rosa, KQED
Louie Schwartzberg, Moving Art
Jo Sermon, BBC Earth
Liz Smith, Conservation Media Group
360Heros 360RV (on location)
9:00 - 10:30 In front of the Lodge
The 360Heros 360RV has been on tour since January of 2015 spreading the word about virtual reality 360 video technology. Part production tech suite, part mobile education center, the 360RV showcases the world’s latest VR tech and serves as a resource for content creators across the country.
From the Commissioners: Here’s What we REALLY want…Honest!
10:00 – 5:00, Antelope 1
You heard the overview on what is trending, and where key commissioners seem to be going. Now spend 30 minutes of “quality time” to learn where their specific programming priorities lie so you can fine-tune the project you want them to love. Sage advice from those who sell: know your buyer!
10:00 - 10:30 Lynn Hirshfield, Participant Media
11:30 - 12:00 Jöern Röever, NDR
12:00 - 12:30 Jorge Franzini, Curiosity.stream
12:30 - 1:00 Tetsunori Kikuchi, NHK
2:00 - 2:30 Hilary Sparrow, Vulcan Productions
2:30 - 3:00 Liz Brach, Discovery Networks International
3:00 - 3:30 John Bredar, WGBH
4:00 - 4:30 Andrew Solomon, ORF/Universum
TRENDING…From Short-shorts to New Chip!
10:30 – 11:30, Seminar Room
What is the latest hot programming trend, and what has already lost its steam? From the proliferation of short-form to the reinvigorated blue-chip program, personal narrative and the ubiquitous “character-driven” show, Industry visionaries discuss where they see the market heading, and how to stay at the front edge of the latest programming wave.
Lynn Hirshfield (Moderator), Participant Media
Anthony Geffen, Atlantic Productions
Walter Koehler, Terra Mater Factual Studios
Laura Marshall, Icon Films
Brooke Runnette, National Geographic Studios
The Elephant in the Room: Projects in the Pipeline
10:30 – 11:30, Explorer Room
A showcase of some of the pachyderm projects in the current production pipeline, with discussion about stories still needing to be told. This session is part of JHWFF's Elephant Conservation Summit.
Ellen Windemuth (Moderator), Off the Fence Productions
Allison Argo, The Story of Dau
Kate Brooks, The Last Animals
Vicky Stone & Mark Deeble, DeebleStone Productions
Hilary Sparrow, Vulcan Productions
Kristin Bauer, Out of Africa
WORKING LUNCH
Linking Arms for Elephants
(sponsored by National Geographic Society)
11:30 – 1:15, Explorer Room and Delegate Lounge
This is final of three lunch sessions designed to lay the groundwork and frame out collaborations that will drive a greater impact than our individual efforts. The first two sessions were designed to reach a consensus around the ideas and strategies with the potential to move the needle on elephant conservation. This is the time to make commitments. What can you and your organization commit that can make a difference? We will walk away from this session with a list of to-dos and deliverables that will connect and amplify our efforts to protect elephant populations. This session is part of JHWFF's Elephant Conservation Summit.
4K On the Bench with Sony
1:30 – 2:30 Trappers Lounge & Terrace
From pre-production testing at the bench and into the field for hands-on shooting, to the final on-screen evidence, you have the chance to field test every major 4K camera to see which one delivers best to your specific production needs. Experts from Sony offer an exclusive hour for testing and pre-pro.
KEYNOTE: A Conversation with Cynthia Moss & Joyce Poole
Sponsored by Terra Mater Factual Studios
1:30 – 2:30, Explorer Room
Author and biologist Carl Safina interviews this year’s Outstanding Achievement Award-winners for an hour of scientific revelation and a lifetime of insight from two of the world’s foremost elephant experts and ardent advocates. This session is also part of JHWFF's Elephant Conservation Summit.
Carl Safina, The Safina Center at Stony Brook University
Cynthia Moss, Amboseli Trust for Elephants
Joyce Poole, ElephantVoices
The Metrics of IMPACT
1:30 – 2:30, Seminar Room
While numbers of downloads, eyeballs on screens and bodies in seats measure reach, they fail to capture the information we really want: what difference did you make? Media that matters is media that catalyzes action. This session examines what it takes to leverage media into on-the-ground impact with a look at how that can be quantified. This session is part of JHWFF's first Science Strand (funded in part by a grant from the National Science Foundation).
Jon Bardin (Moderator), Discovery
Jeanne Braha, American Association for the Advancement of Science
Cara Shousterman, Harmony Institute
Anne Zeiser, Azure Media
Reports from the Field: The Idea Salon
3:00 – 4:00, Explorer Room
Some of the innovative approaches, success stories, challenges and lessons learned from those at the forefront of science, technology and conservation. Presenters have 8 minutes to share compelling new stories, discoveries, and big ideas that the world needs to hear. This session is part of JHWFF's Elephant Conservation Summit and begins this year's first Science Strand (funded in part by a grant from the National Science Foundation).
Bob Hirshon (Producer & Moderator), AAAS
Thure Cerling, IsoForensics
Caitlin O’Connell, Utopia Scientific
Louie Schwartzberg, Moving Art
Sam Wasser, Center for Conservation Biology, Univ. of Washington
4K On the Bench with ARRI
3:00 – 4:00 Trappers Lounge & Terrace
From pre-production testing at the bench and into the field for hands-on shooting, to the final on-screen evidence, you have the chance to field test every major 4K camera to see which one delivers best to your specific production needs. Experts from ARRI offer an exclusive hour for testing their 4K UHD and 4K Cine cameras.
BLUE SKY: The Business of Virtual Reality
3:00 – 4:00, Seminar Room
VR might be a great new toy to play with, but how do you pay for it, let alone make a profit? And what do future business models look like? Hear how producers are covering their budgets, and how some early adapters are already embracing this bold new world. Session Producer: Lisa Truitt
Marc Dragun (Moderator), Dolby
Stephen Fromkin, 360 Heros
Blake Mycoskie, TOMS
Miles Perkins, Jaunt
Alex Lindsay, Pixel Corps
Media 101 for Scientists and NGOs
4:00 - 5:00, Moose 2 Workshop Room
Whether you’re a scientist keen on public outreach, a small NGO considering a foray into video advocacy, or an international NGO with big communication goals, creative short films can help you reach your audience. In this workshop, we’ll help scientists, NGOs, and independent media producers tackle that all-important question – how do you work together to get the message out? This session is part of JHWFF's first Science Strand (funded in part by a grant from the National Science Foundation).
Nathan Dappen, Day's Edge Productions
Neil Losin, Day's Edge Productions
Gorongosa Park: A Case Study
4:30 – 5:30, Explorer Room
This visionary restoration of this war-torn national park is a multi-disciplinary effort combining conservation science in the ecosystem--with health, education and sustainable agriculture in the traditional communities around Gorongosa--to create a new model of integrated conservation and development. Participate in a discussion ten years into the 20-year public private/partnership to restore and manage Gorongosa National Park, Mozambique.
Bill Gardner (Moderator), PBS
Greg Carr, Gorongosa Restoration Project
Bob Poole, Poole Films
Joyce Poole, ElephantVoices
Dennis Liu, HHMI/Tangled Bank Studios
360 Degree Storytelling
4:30 – 5:30, Seminar Room
How do you tell a great story when your “screen” is 360 degrees in every direction? Virtual Experience storytelling requires an understanding of physics as well as an ability to craft a cohesive and creative nonlinear storyline. The veterans on this panel have already achieved what most of us are just imagining! Join them to explore the challenges and promise of creating impactful, engaging Virtual Experience (aka VR) content.
Lisa Truitt (Session Producer & Moderator), SPE Partners
Anthony Geffen, Atlantic Productions Alex Lindsay, Pixel Corps
Cliff Plumer, Jaunt
DJ Roller, NextVR
Neville Spiteri, WeVR
Refah Mahmoud, DRYFT Digital
4K On the Bench with Canon
4:30 – 5:30 Trappers Lounge & Terrace
From pre-production testing at the bench and into the field for hands-on shooting, to the final on-screen evidence, you have the chance to field test every major 4K camera to see which one delivers best to your specific production needs. Experts from Canon offer an exclusive hour for testing
Happy Happy Joy Joy!
5:30 – 7:00, Grand Lobby and Sunset Terrace
Sponsored by PBS
Celebrating a year of unprecedented milestones, join PBS for a Networking Happy Hour and more! Elephant Summit delegates can debrief, and Preliminary Judges are invited to a special meet and greet in the Blue Heron Lounge to compare notes from the 2015 Judging experience.
SUMMIT WRAP UP: Now What?
7:00 – 7:30, Explorer Room
An incisive recap of the dialogue and outcomes following three intense days of collaboration and exchange: what was actually accomplished at this year’s Elephant Conservation Summit?
Natalie Cash, 96 Elephants/WCS
M. Sanjayan, Conservation International
Carole Tomko, Vulcan, Inc.
KEYNOTE: A Conversation with Edward O. Wilson
Sponsored by HHMI/Tangled Bank Studios
7:30 – 9:00, Explorer Room
Prepare to be inspired by an unforgettable evening of insight, humor and common sense. M. Sanjayan interviews E.O. Wilson, the most revered biologist of our age. This session is part of JHWFF's first Science Strand (funded in part by a grant from the National Science Foundation).
M. Sanjayan, Conservation International
Edward O. Wilson, EO Wilson Foundation
Wyoming Stargazing
8:30pm - 10:30pm, Terrace
Join Wyoming Stargazing and its Founder and Executive Director, Dr. Samuel Singer, for an extraordinary night of exploring the heavens. Wyoming Stargazing, a Jackson based nonprofit organization, is dedicated to inspiring and educating our community through Wyoming's extraordinary skies. Their vision is to establish an observatory and planetarium in Jackson Hole. During the stargazing program you'll have the opportunity to look through Wyoming Stargazing's enormous telescope at the Moon, planets, binary star systems, star clusters, nebulae and galaxies. You'll also have the chance to play around on an iPad with the Starwalk app while others are peering through the telescope. Samuel will answer all the questions you've ever had about the Universe.
10:30 – 11:30, Seminar Room
What is the latest hot programming trend, and what has already lost its steam? From the proliferation of short-form to the reinvigorated blue-chip program, personal narrative and the ubiquitous “character-driven” show, Industry visionaries discuss where they see the market heading, and how to stay at the front edge of the latest programming wave.
Lynn Hirshfield (Moderator), Participant Media
Anthony Geffen, Atlantic Productions
Walter Koehler, Terra Mater Factual Studios
Laura Marshall, Icon Films
Brooke Runnette, National Geographic Studios
The Elephant in the Room: Projects in the Pipeline
10:30 – 11:30, Explorer Room
A showcase of some of the pachyderm projects in the current production pipeline, with discussion about stories still needing to be told. This session is part of JHWFF's Elephant Conservation Summit.
Ellen Windemuth (Moderator), Off the Fence Productions
Allison Argo, The Story of Dau
Kate Brooks, The Last Animals
Vicky Stone & Mark Deeble, DeebleStone Productions
Hilary Sparrow, Vulcan Productions
Kristin Bauer, Out of Africa
WORKING LUNCH
Linking Arms for Elephants
(sponsored by National Geographic Society)
11:30 – 1:15, Explorer Room and Delegate Lounge
This is final of three lunch sessions designed to lay the groundwork and frame out collaborations that will drive a greater impact than our individual efforts. The first two sessions were designed to reach a consensus around the ideas and strategies with the potential to move the needle on elephant conservation. This is the time to make commitments. What can you and your organization commit that can make a difference? We will walk away from this session with a list of to-dos and deliverables that will connect and amplify our efforts to protect elephant populations. This session is part of JHWFF's Elephant Conservation Summit.
4K On the Bench with Sony
1:30 – 2:30 Trappers Lounge & Terrace
From pre-production testing at the bench and into the field for hands-on shooting, to the final on-screen evidence, you have the chance to field test every major 4K camera to see which one delivers best to your specific production needs. Experts from Sony offer an exclusive hour for testing and pre-pro.
KEYNOTE: A Conversation with Cynthia Moss & Joyce Poole
Sponsored by Terra Mater Factual Studios
1:30 – 2:30, Explorer Room
Author and biologist Carl Safina interviews this year’s Outstanding Achievement Award-winners for an hour of scientific revelation and a lifetime of insight from two of the world’s foremost elephant experts and ardent advocates. This session is also part of JHWFF's Elephant Conservation Summit.
Carl Safina, The Safina Center at Stony Brook University
Cynthia Moss, Amboseli Trust for Elephants
Joyce Poole, ElephantVoices
The Metrics of IMPACT
1:30 – 2:30, Seminar Room
While numbers of downloads, eyeballs on screens and bodies in seats measure reach, they fail to capture the information we really want: what difference did you make? Media that matters is media that catalyzes action. This session examines what it takes to leverage media into on-the-ground impact with a look at how that can be quantified. This session is part of JHWFF's first Science Strand (funded in part by a grant from the National Science Foundation).
Jon Bardin (Moderator), Discovery
Jeanne Braha, American Association for the Advancement of Science
Cara Shousterman, Harmony Institute
Anne Zeiser, Azure Media
Reports from the Field: The Idea Salon
3:00 – 4:00, Explorer Room
Some of the innovative approaches, success stories, challenges and lessons learned from those at the forefront of science, technology and conservation. Presenters have 8 minutes to share compelling new stories, discoveries, and big ideas that the world needs to hear. This session is part of JHWFF's Elephant Conservation Summit and begins this year's first Science Strand (funded in part by a grant from the National Science Foundation).
Bob Hirshon (Producer & Moderator), AAAS
Thure Cerling, IsoForensics
Caitlin O’Connell, Utopia Scientific
Louie Schwartzberg, Moving Art
Sam Wasser, Center for Conservation Biology, Univ. of Washington
4K On the Bench with ARRI
3:00 – 4:00 Trappers Lounge & Terrace
From pre-production testing at the bench and into the field for hands-on shooting, to the final on-screen evidence, you have the chance to field test every major 4K camera to see which one delivers best to your specific production needs. Experts from ARRI offer an exclusive hour for testing their 4K UHD and 4K Cine cameras.
BLUE SKY: The Business of Virtual Reality
3:00 – 4:00, Seminar Room
VR might be a great new toy to play with, but how do you pay for it, let alone make a profit? And what do future business models look like? Hear how producers are covering their budgets, and how some early adapters are already embracing this bold new world. Session Producer: Lisa Truitt
Marc Dragun (Moderator), Dolby
Stephen Fromkin, 360 Heros
Blake Mycoskie, TOMS
Miles Perkins, Jaunt
Alex Lindsay, Pixel Corps
Media 101 for Scientists and NGOs
4:00 - 5:00, Moose 2 Workshop Room
Whether you’re a scientist keen on public outreach, a small NGO considering a foray into video advocacy, or an international NGO with big communication goals, creative short films can help you reach your audience. In this workshop, we’ll help scientists, NGOs, and independent media producers tackle that all-important question – how do you work together to get the message out? This session is part of JHWFF's first Science Strand (funded in part by a grant from the National Science Foundation).
Nathan Dappen, Day's Edge Productions
Neil Losin, Day's Edge Productions
Gorongosa Park: A Case Study
4:30 – 5:30, Explorer Room
This visionary restoration of this war-torn national park is a multi-disciplinary effort combining conservation science in the ecosystem--with health, education and sustainable agriculture in the traditional communities around Gorongosa--to create a new model of integrated conservation and development. Participate in a discussion ten years into the 20-year public private/partnership to restore and manage Gorongosa National Park, Mozambique.
Bill Gardner (Moderator), PBS
Greg Carr, Gorongosa Restoration Project
Bob Poole, Poole Films
Joyce Poole, ElephantVoices
Dennis Liu, HHMI/Tangled Bank Studios
360 Degree Storytelling
4:30 – 5:30, Seminar Room
How do you tell a great story when your “screen” is 360 degrees in every direction? Virtual Experience storytelling requires an understanding of physics as well as an ability to craft a cohesive and creative nonlinear storyline. The veterans on this panel have already achieved what most of us are just imagining! Join them to explore the challenges and promise of creating impactful, engaging Virtual Experience (aka VR) content.
Lisa Truitt (Session Producer & Moderator), SPE Partners
Anthony Geffen, Atlantic Productions Alex Lindsay, Pixel Corps
Cliff Plumer, Jaunt
DJ Roller, NextVR
Neville Spiteri, WeVR
Refah Mahmoud, DRYFT Digital
4K On the Bench with Canon
4:30 – 5:30 Trappers Lounge & Terrace
From pre-production testing at the bench and into the field for hands-on shooting, to the final on-screen evidence, you have the chance to field test every major 4K camera to see which one delivers best to your specific production needs. Experts from Canon offer an exclusive hour for testing
Happy Happy Joy Joy!
5:30 – 7:00, Grand Lobby and Sunset Terrace
Sponsored by PBS
Celebrating a year of unprecedented milestones, join PBS for a Networking Happy Hour and more! Elephant Summit delegates can debrief, and Preliminary Judges are invited to a special meet and greet in the Blue Heron Lounge to compare notes from the 2015 Judging experience.
SUMMIT WRAP UP: Now What?
7:00 – 7:30, Explorer Room
An incisive recap of the dialogue and outcomes following three intense days of collaboration and exchange: what was actually accomplished at this year’s Elephant Conservation Summit?
Natalie Cash, 96 Elephants/WCS
M. Sanjayan, Conservation International
Carole Tomko, Vulcan, Inc.
KEYNOTE: A Conversation with Edward O. Wilson
Sponsored by HHMI/Tangled Bank Studios
7:30 – 9:00, Explorer Room
Prepare to be inspired by an unforgettable evening of insight, humor and common sense. M. Sanjayan interviews E.O. Wilson, the most revered biologist of our age. This session is part of JHWFF's first Science Strand (funded in part by a grant from the National Science Foundation).
M. Sanjayan, Conservation International
Edward O. Wilson, EO Wilson Foundation
Wyoming Stargazing
8:30pm - 10:30pm, Terrace
Join Wyoming Stargazing and its Founder and Executive Director, Dr. Samuel Singer, for an extraordinary night of exploring the heavens. Wyoming Stargazing, a Jackson based nonprofit organization, is dedicated to inspiring and educating our community through Wyoming's extraordinary skies. Their vision is to establish an observatory and planetarium in Jackson Hole. During the stargazing program you'll have the opportunity to look through Wyoming Stargazing's enormous telescope at the Moon, planets, binary star systems, star clusters, nebulae and galaxies. You'll also have the chance to play around on an iPad with the Starwalk app while others are peering through the telescope. Samuel will answer all the questions you've ever had about the Universe.
WEDNESDAY, September 30
Networking Breakfast
7:30 – 8:30, Explorer Room
Sponsored by HHMI/Tangled Bank Studios
Enjoy a breakfast conversation with old friends or meet new associates and join one of our “assigned table leaders” for a lively discussion on a variety of timely issues and topics (a table/topic list will be provided on-site). This session is part of JHWFF's first Science Strand (funded in part by a grant from the National Science Foundation).
VR Deconstructed: New Technology
9:00 – 10:00, Explorer Room
With revolutionary new technology entering the market each month, Virtual Reality is exploding with possibility. A comprehensive look at the current state of image capture, post production and delivery with an overview of the cool content, gear and equipment that you can get your hands on in the Trapper Demo Room throughout the day. Session Producer: Lisa Truitt
Alex Lindsay (Moderator), Pixel Corps
Tim Amick, NextVR
Csilla Kozma Anderson, Nokia Technologies
Danfung Dennis, Condition One
Michael Kintner, 360 Heros
Andy Casagrande, GoPro
Breaking it Down
9:00 – 10:00, Seminar Room
Many wonder how to produce a film about a polarizing topic without further polarizing the audience. Dan Kahan returns to discuss the results of his recent study of the Emmy-nominated series, and multi-category finalist here at Jackson, "Your Inner Fish." Human evolution, like climate change and indeed conservation, is without question one of the most polarizing issues in the media. Let's find out why -- we’ll challenge your storytelling instincts and discuss how to best use them for potentially controversial topics in order to maximize IMPACT. This session is part of JHWFF's first Science Strand (funded in part by a grant from the National Science Foundation).
Katie Carpenter (Moderator/Session Producer), Everwild Media & Yale University
David Elisco, HHMI/Tangled Bank Studios
Jody Gottlieb, Vulcan Productions
Laura Helft, HHMI/Tangled Bank Studios
Dan Kahan, Yale University
From the Commissioners: Here’s What we REALLY want…Honest!
9:00 – 5:00, Antelope 1
You heard the overview on what is trending, and where key commissioners seem to be going. Now spend 30 minutes of “quality time” to learn where their specific programming priorities lie so you can fine-tune the project you want them to love. Sage advice from those who sell: know your buyer!
9:00 - 9:30 Liz Smith, Conservation Media Group
9:30 - 10:00 Brooke Runnette, National Geographic Studios
10:00 - 10:30 Ellen Windemuth, Off the Fence Productions
11:30 - 12:00 Lucinda Axelsson, BBC
12:00 - 12:30 Carlyn Staudt, National Geographic Channel International
12:30 - 1:00 John Hoffman, Discovery
1:00 - 1:30 Gianna Savoie and Jeff Reed, Ocean Media Institute
1:30 - 2:00 Kurt Tondorf, Animal Planet
2:00 - 2:30 Janet Vissering, Nat Geo WILD
2:30 - 3:00 Fred Kaufman, NATURE/WNET
3:30 - 4:00 Beth Hoppe, PBS
4:00 - 4:30 Charles Poe, Smithsonian Networks
4:30 - 5:00 Roger Webb, Natural World, BBC
360Heros 360RV (on location)
9:00 - 10:30 In front of the Lodge
The 360Heros 360RV has been on tour since January of 2015 spreading the word about virtual reality 360 video technology. Part production tech suite, part mobile education center, the 360RV showcases the world’s latest VR tech and serves as a resource for content creators across the country.
Conservation Media Group Action Grant Pitching
(In partnership with Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival)
10:00 - 1:30, Attendee Lounge
Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival (JHWFF) has partnered with Conservation Media Group (CMG) to award at least one $5,000-$10,000 grant for a short film project that uses video to create measurable action in ocean conservation or sustainable energy. Applications are being reviewed and finalists will be interviewed in one-on-one pitch session with CMG commissioners, today. The grant winner(s) will be announced on October 1, at the Teton Awards Celebration.
7:30 – 8:30, Explorer Room
Sponsored by HHMI/Tangled Bank Studios
Enjoy a breakfast conversation with old friends or meet new associates and join one of our “assigned table leaders” for a lively discussion on a variety of timely issues and topics (a table/topic list will be provided on-site). This session is part of JHWFF's first Science Strand (funded in part by a grant from the National Science Foundation).
VR Deconstructed: New Technology
9:00 – 10:00, Explorer Room
With revolutionary new technology entering the market each month, Virtual Reality is exploding with possibility. A comprehensive look at the current state of image capture, post production and delivery with an overview of the cool content, gear and equipment that you can get your hands on in the Trapper Demo Room throughout the day. Session Producer: Lisa Truitt
Alex Lindsay (Moderator), Pixel Corps
Tim Amick, NextVR
Csilla Kozma Anderson, Nokia Technologies
Danfung Dennis, Condition One
Michael Kintner, 360 Heros
Andy Casagrande, GoPro
Breaking it Down
9:00 – 10:00, Seminar Room
Many wonder how to produce a film about a polarizing topic without further polarizing the audience. Dan Kahan returns to discuss the results of his recent study of the Emmy-nominated series, and multi-category finalist here at Jackson, "Your Inner Fish." Human evolution, like climate change and indeed conservation, is without question one of the most polarizing issues in the media. Let's find out why -- we’ll challenge your storytelling instincts and discuss how to best use them for potentially controversial topics in order to maximize IMPACT. This session is part of JHWFF's first Science Strand (funded in part by a grant from the National Science Foundation).
Katie Carpenter (Moderator/Session Producer), Everwild Media & Yale University
David Elisco, HHMI/Tangled Bank Studios
Jody Gottlieb, Vulcan Productions
Laura Helft, HHMI/Tangled Bank Studios
Dan Kahan, Yale University
From the Commissioners: Here’s What we REALLY want…Honest!
9:00 – 5:00, Antelope 1
You heard the overview on what is trending, and where key commissioners seem to be going. Now spend 30 minutes of “quality time” to learn where their specific programming priorities lie so you can fine-tune the project you want them to love. Sage advice from those who sell: know your buyer!
9:00 - 9:30 Liz Smith, Conservation Media Group
9:30 - 10:00 Brooke Runnette, National Geographic Studios
10:00 - 10:30 Ellen Windemuth, Off the Fence Productions
11:30 - 12:00 Lucinda Axelsson, BBC
12:00 - 12:30 Carlyn Staudt, National Geographic Channel International
12:30 - 1:00 John Hoffman, Discovery
1:00 - 1:30 Gianna Savoie and Jeff Reed, Ocean Media Institute
1:30 - 2:00 Kurt Tondorf, Animal Planet
2:00 - 2:30 Janet Vissering, Nat Geo WILD
2:30 - 3:00 Fred Kaufman, NATURE/WNET
3:30 - 4:00 Beth Hoppe, PBS
4:00 - 4:30 Charles Poe, Smithsonian Networks
4:30 - 5:00 Roger Webb, Natural World, BBC
360Heros 360RV (on location)
9:00 - 10:30 In front of the Lodge
The 360Heros 360RV has been on tour since January of 2015 spreading the word about virtual reality 360 video technology. Part production tech suite, part mobile education center, the 360RV showcases the world’s latest VR tech and serves as a resource for content creators across the country.
Conservation Media Group Action Grant Pitching
(In partnership with Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival)
10:00 - 1:30, Attendee Lounge
Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival (JHWFF) has partnered with Conservation Media Group (CMG) to award at least one $5,000-$10,000 grant for a short film project that uses video to create measurable action in ocean conservation or sustainable energy. Applications are being reviewed and finalists will be interviewed in one-on-one pitch session with CMG commissioners, today. The grant winner(s) will be announced on October 1, at the Teton Awards Celebration.
KEYNOTE: A Conversation with Howard & Michele Hall
10:30 – 11:30, Explorer Room
Lisa Truitt interviews Howard and Michele Hall, recipients of JHWFF’s Outstanding Achievement Award for their lives’ work in natural history media.
Lisa Truitt, SPE Partners
Howard Hall, Howard Hall Productions
Michele Hall, Howard Hall Productions
Case Study: UHD Workflow
10:30 – 11:30, Seminar Room
Taking your UHD field material all the way through post to deliver a UHD master has very specific workflow challenges you need to know about! Consider this a “master class” opportunity to bypass an expensive learning curve, as we break down three projects from pre-production to delivery.
Sarah Hume (Moderator & Session Producer), Discovery
Emre Izat, Off the Fence Productions
Frederick Fougea, Boreales
Andie Clare, Icon Films
Hiroyuki Kozako, NHK/Japanese Broadcasting
Virtual Experience Demos
10:30 – 4:00, Trappers Lounge
Talking about it simply doesn’t “work” you have to experience VR to understand the potential of this immersive new storytelling medium. Be inspired by early adaptors who are already creating compelling content in the VR space.
360 Heros, Atlantic Productions, Condition One, Discovery, Dolby, Dryft Digital, Jaunt, Immersia, NextVR, Nokia Technologies, Pixel Corps, TOMS, WeVR, and more!
End-to-End VR Workflow with 360Heros
11:30 - 1:30, Seminar Room
From data capture, to media management and stitching, 360Heros will demonstrate the comprehensive virtual reality content creation workflow. Attendees will see firsthand the techniques and technology involved in creating immersive 360-degree media content.
Screening: Disneynature Monkey Kingdom (Finalist, Theatrical and Sound )
12:00 – 1:30, Explorer Room
Introduced by Paul Baribault, Disneynature & The Walt Disney Studios
Lens Workshop: Fujinon Lenses
12:00 - 12:30, Moose 2 Workshop Room
Do you need a lens with super-telephoto reach? Is low-light performance your priority? Cost? Portability? Versatility? Great wildlife images always start at the lens, regardless of the camera. This workshop will examine the latest lenses available to best fit your production with a hands-on and open discussion on Lenses, Lens mounts, Lens accessories and Camera formats appropriate for modern Wildlife Cinematography. Two new Fujinon lens models for Ultra Definition TV (UHD) 2/3" format cameras will be featured with 80x and 22x zoom ratios. PL mount zooms (including the popular Cabrio series), HD B4 mount zooms, and useful accessories will be shown and discussed. Come and get focused on the latest lens solutions!
Chuck Lee, Fujinon Lenses
High Dynamic Range
1:30 – 2:30, Seminar Room
Brighter whites and darker blacks, with magnificent nuances in between, HDR might be the most interesting and least understood topic of the day!
Peter Fannon (Moderator), Panasonic
Robert Carroll, Dolby
Peter Crithary, Sony
Ron Martin, Panasonic
Vince Pace, ASC, VER/Cineverse
Case Study: Big Blue
2:00 – 3:00, Explorer Room
Last month, Big Blue Live celebrated an outstanding marine conservation success story, in what was also one of the most ambitious wildlife broadcasting collaborations ever! BBC and PBS joined forces with scientists from Monterey Bay Aquarium and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to create an extraordinarily rich lineup of live programming that reached millions of viewers around the globe.
Bill Gardner (Moderator), PBS
Lucinda Axelsson, BBC Natural History Unit
James Honeyborne, BBC Natural History Unit
Bill Margol, PBS
ALEXA and AMIRA cameras in the wild with DP Cristian Dimitrius
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm | Moose 2
Emmy Award-winning wildlife cinematographer and biologist Cristian Dimitrius will screen footage from recent shoots with the ARRI AMIRA and ALEXA. Dimitrius will explain his camera techniques to enhance the way audiences see and perceive wildlife. ARRI reps will give a brief overview on the award-winning image quality and unique features from these versatile production tools.
The Evolving World of Trans-media Programming
3:00 – 4:00, Seminar Room
We inhabit an ever-expanding decentralized and multi-platform media universe! From six-second Vine and 90-second Instagram videos to multi-screen engagement during long-form programs, and live programming, today’s audiences are engaging with content in completely new ways. Multi-device/multi-storied delivery is a requirement for strategic messaging. Trans-media content creators discuss how to successfully integrate the web culture’s minimal viewing time into a cohesive, complementary storytelling strategy.
Anne Zeiser (Moderator), Azure Media
Stephanie Atlas, National Geographic Studios
Jody Gottlieb, Vulcan Productions
Shawn Heinrichs, Oceanic Preservation Society
Neil Nightingale, BBC Earth
Giant Screen Filmmaking for Experts
3:00 - 4:00, Moose 2 Workshop Room
Phil Streather has been producing films for the giant screen (IMAX) for 20 years, including JHWFF award winner Bugs! 3D. In this advanced work shop he explains the fundamental differences between making films for this medium over any other. Choice of technology is an important factor in the images holding up on a screen 100ft wide by 70ft tall; BUT it's also the approach to story, the framing and the pacing that make them so different from TV or theatrical, requiring a particular mindset in development, production and post. Giant screen films can make money. Bugs! has grossed over $50m and is still playing around the world 12 years after release. Recent films include Hubble ($65m), Born to Be Wild ($38m), Under the Sea ($50m). Some do very badly. What is the secret sauce? Come to this session where Phil will share, tips, tricks and budgets!
Phil Streather, Principal Large Format
Screening: Unbranded (Finalist, Theatrical)
3:30 – 5:00, Explorer Room
Rise Up From That Couch!
4:30 – 5:30, Seminar Room
Transforming passive viewing into active participation is becoming an important tool for discovery and engagement. From apps and games to real-time programming and enriched interactives, here are just a few innovative ways to connect people with the fascinating world around them beyond the screen! This session is part of JHWFF's first Science Strand (funded in part by a grant from the National Science Foundation).
John Rubin (Moderator & Session Producer), HHMI/Tangled Bank Studios
Bridget Conneely, Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Wendy Darke, BBC Natural History Unit
Kirk Johnson, Smithsonian Natural History Museum
Ann Merchant, Science & Entertainment Exchange, National Academy of Sciences
Board & Sponsors Reception (by invitation)
Sponsored by National Parks Conservation Association
5:15 – 6:45, Craig Thomas Visitors Center
A special thank you to our Board Members and major sponsors who helped make this year’s Festival possible.
YOU WERE BORN TO BE WILD!
6:00 – 11:00, Dornans in Moose, WY
Sponsored by Nat Geo WILD
Party like a local at the infamous Nat Geo WILD BBQ—a Festival Institution—with music by an all-local favorite, The Snake River Band—and a cameo appearance by rock and roll legend, Steppenwolf’s John Kay!
5:30 pm, Buses begin leaving Jackson Lake Lodge (last bus, 6:30)
9:00 pm, Buses return to Jackson Lake Lodge (last bus, 11:00)
10:30 – 11:30, Explorer Room
Lisa Truitt interviews Howard and Michele Hall, recipients of JHWFF’s Outstanding Achievement Award for their lives’ work in natural history media.
Lisa Truitt, SPE Partners
Howard Hall, Howard Hall Productions
Michele Hall, Howard Hall Productions
Case Study: UHD Workflow
10:30 – 11:30, Seminar Room
Taking your UHD field material all the way through post to deliver a UHD master has very specific workflow challenges you need to know about! Consider this a “master class” opportunity to bypass an expensive learning curve, as we break down three projects from pre-production to delivery.
Sarah Hume (Moderator & Session Producer), Discovery
Emre Izat, Off the Fence Productions
Frederick Fougea, Boreales
Andie Clare, Icon Films
Hiroyuki Kozako, NHK/Japanese Broadcasting
Virtual Experience Demos
10:30 – 4:00, Trappers Lounge
Talking about it simply doesn’t “work” you have to experience VR to understand the potential of this immersive new storytelling medium. Be inspired by early adaptors who are already creating compelling content in the VR space.
360 Heros, Atlantic Productions, Condition One, Discovery, Dolby, Dryft Digital, Jaunt, Immersia, NextVR, Nokia Technologies, Pixel Corps, TOMS, WeVR, and more!
End-to-End VR Workflow with 360Heros
11:30 - 1:30, Seminar Room
From data capture, to media management and stitching, 360Heros will demonstrate the comprehensive virtual reality content creation workflow. Attendees will see firsthand the techniques and technology involved in creating immersive 360-degree media content.
Screening: Disneynature Monkey Kingdom (Finalist, Theatrical and Sound )
12:00 – 1:30, Explorer Room
Introduced by Paul Baribault, Disneynature & The Walt Disney Studios
Lens Workshop: Fujinon Lenses
12:00 - 12:30, Moose 2 Workshop Room
Do you need a lens with super-telephoto reach? Is low-light performance your priority? Cost? Portability? Versatility? Great wildlife images always start at the lens, regardless of the camera. This workshop will examine the latest lenses available to best fit your production with a hands-on and open discussion on Lenses, Lens mounts, Lens accessories and Camera formats appropriate for modern Wildlife Cinematography. Two new Fujinon lens models for Ultra Definition TV (UHD) 2/3" format cameras will be featured with 80x and 22x zoom ratios. PL mount zooms (including the popular Cabrio series), HD B4 mount zooms, and useful accessories will be shown and discussed. Come and get focused on the latest lens solutions!
Chuck Lee, Fujinon Lenses
High Dynamic Range
1:30 – 2:30, Seminar Room
Brighter whites and darker blacks, with magnificent nuances in between, HDR might be the most interesting and least understood topic of the day!
Peter Fannon (Moderator), Panasonic
Robert Carroll, Dolby
Peter Crithary, Sony
Ron Martin, Panasonic
Vince Pace, ASC, VER/Cineverse
Case Study: Big Blue
2:00 – 3:00, Explorer Room
Last month, Big Blue Live celebrated an outstanding marine conservation success story, in what was also one of the most ambitious wildlife broadcasting collaborations ever! BBC and PBS joined forces with scientists from Monterey Bay Aquarium and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to create an extraordinarily rich lineup of live programming that reached millions of viewers around the globe.
Bill Gardner (Moderator), PBS
Lucinda Axelsson, BBC Natural History Unit
James Honeyborne, BBC Natural History Unit
Bill Margol, PBS
ALEXA and AMIRA cameras in the wild with DP Cristian Dimitrius
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm | Moose 2
Emmy Award-winning wildlife cinematographer and biologist Cristian Dimitrius will screen footage from recent shoots with the ARRI AMIRA and ALEXA. Dimitrius will explain his camera techniques to enhance the way audiences see and perceive wildlife. ARRI reps will give a brief overview on the award-winning image quality and unique features from these versatile production tools.
The Evolving World of Trans-media Programming
3:00 – 4:00, Seminar Room
We inhabit an ever-expanding decentralized and multi-platform media universe! From six-second Vine and 90-second Instagram videos to multi-screen engagement during long-form programs, and live programming, today’s audiences are engaging with content in completely new ways. Multi-device/multi-storied delivery is a requirement for strategic messaging. Trans-media content creators discuss how to successfully integrate the web culture’s minimal viewing time into a cohesive, complementary storytelling strategy.
Anne Zeiser (Moderator), Azure Media
Stephanie Atlas, National Geographic Studios
Jody Gottlieb, Vulcan Productions
Shawn Heinrichs, Oceanic Preservation Society
Neil Nightingale, BBC Earth
Giant Screen Filmmaking for Experts
3:00 - 4:00, Moose 2 Workshop Room
Phil Streather has been producing films for the giant screen (IMAX) for 20 years, including JHWFF award winner Bugs! 3D. In this advanced work shop he explains the fundamental differences between making films for this medium over any other. Choice of technology is an important factor in the images holding up on a screen 100ft wide by 70ft tall; BUT it's also the approach to story, the framing and the pacing that make them so different from TV or theatrical, requiring a particular mindset in development, production and post. Giant screen films can make money. Bugs! has grossed over $50m and is still playing around the world 12 years after release. Recent films include Hubble ($65m), Born to Be Wild ($38m), Under the Sea ($50m). Some do very badly. What is the secret sauce? Come to this session where Phil will share, tips, tricks and budgets!
Phil Streather, Principal Large Format
Screening: Unbranded (Finalist, Theatrical)
3:30 – 5:00, Explorer Room
Rise Up From That Couch!
4:30 – 5:30, Seminar Room
Transforming passive viewing into active participation is becoming an important tool for discovery and engagement. From apps and games to real-time programming and enriched interactives, here are just a few innovative ways to connect people with the fascinating world around them beyond the screen! This session is part of JHWFF's first Science Strand (funded in part by a grant from the National Science Foundation).
John Rubin (Moderator & Session Producer), HHMI/Tangled Bank Studios
Bridget Conneely, Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Wendy Darke, BBC Natural History Unit
Kirk Johnson, Smithsonian Natural History Museum
Ann Merchant, Science & Entertainment Exchange, National Academy of Sciences
Board & Sponsors Reception (by invitation)
Sponsored by National Parks Conservation Association
5:15 – 6:45, Craig Thomas Visitors Center
A special thank you to our Board Members and major sponsors who helped make this year’s Festival possible.
YOU WERE BORN TO BE WILD!
6:00 – 11:00, Dornans in Moose, WY
Sponsored by Nat Geo WILD
Party like a local at the infamous Nat Geo WILD BBQ—a Festival Institution—with music by an all-local favorite, The Snake River Band—and a cameo appearance by rock and roll legend, Steppenwolf’s John Kay!
5:30 pm, Buses begin leaving Jackson Lake Lodge (last bus, 6:30)
9:00 pm, Buses return to Jackson Lake Lodge (last bus, 11:00)
THURSDAY, October 1
Finalists Breakfast (By Invitation)
7:30 – 8:30, East Wing of Mural Dining Room
Congratulations, finalists! Join us for breakfast, pick up your beautiful certificates and learn what to expect during the Gala Awards event later tonight.
Premiere Screening: Little Giant
9:00 - 10:00, Explorers
Off the Fence/ Nat Geo WILD
An elephant calf called Little E is born into a family trying to survive in one of Kenya’s most iconic landscapes – The Maasai Mara. Unfortunately for the herd, drought is setting in, and the family’s forced to keep on the move in search of food and water. Lions, hippos and even men interrupt their quest, but each challenge is overcome with thoughtful purpose and at times, surprising humor. By the time their journey ends, their actions testify not only to an intelligent and loving nature that rivals our own, but also to a message we can all relate to: there's nothing quite like family. Filmed by Bob & Gina Poole and produced by Off the Fence for Nat Geo WILD.
Ellen Windemuth, Off the Fence Productions
Emre Izat, Off the Fence Productions
Bob Poole, Bob Poole Films
Virtual Experience Demos
9:00 – 3:00, Trappers Lounge
Talking about it simply doesn’t “work” you have to experience VR to understand the potential of this immersive new storytelling medium. Be inspired by early adaptors who are already creating compelling content in the VR space.
360 Heros, Atlantic Productions, Condition One, Discovery, Dolby, Dryft Digital, Jaunt, Immersia, NextVR, Nokia Technologies, Pixel Corps, TOMS, WeVR, and more!
Designing Social Impact Campaigns for Film and Media
9:00 – 10:00, Seminar Room
Media can transform society, but in today's message-saturated world it often also takes a strategically-designed social impact campaign to fuel change. One of the country's top social impact producers shares key methods for developing an effective action campaign at the nexus of storytelling, marketing, and advocacy for your film, TV program, or other media. This session provides a framework for engaging and activating public and influencer audiences using transmedia storytelling, strategic partnerships, outreach, and calls-to-action – seeding measurable behavioral, social, and institutional change.
Anne Zeiser, Azure Media
Speed Pitching
9:00 – 10:30, Antelope 1&2
CLICK TO SIGN UP FOR SPEED PITCHING
Roger Webb, BBC Natural World
Lucinda Axelsson, BBC NHU
John Hoffman, Discovery Channel
Liz Brach, Marion Haberman, Rob Holloway, Discovery Networks International
Meghan Cassin, Jackie Alabastro, Nat Geo WILD
Maggie Rhodes National Geographic Channel International
Jared Lipworth, National Geographic Studios
Janet Hess, NATURE/WNET
Tetsunori Kikuchi, NHK
Emre Izat, Off the Fence
Andrew Solomon, ORF/Universum
Bill Margol, PBS
Tria Thalman, Smithsonian Networks
Jody Gottlieb, Vulcan Productions
Panasonic 4k / HDR VariCam Technologies Workshop
9:00 - 10:00, Moose 2 Workshop Room
Panasonic will present an overview of its new VariCam 4k s35mm production camera, and its high speed 1080p 240fps 2/3” twin little brother, the VariCam HS. We will cover the camera operation and technology in depth, and to contrast both cameras as different solutions to many of today’s production needs. Also discussed will be the technologies that enable shooting native ISO5000, or 4K at 120fps in uncompressed RAW, and important aspects like HDR, in camera colour correction, in field previews, sub and proxy simultaneous recordings and other useful capabilities. Lastly, we will introduce our new 4k one piece camera, the DVX200, designed for more modest UHD production needs.
Steve Mahrer, Panasonic
Ron Martin, Panasonic
Bernie Mitchell, Panasonic
End-to-End VR Workflow with 360Heros
10:00 - 12:00, Eagles Nest (3rd Floor)
From data capture, to media management and stitching, 360Heros will demonstrate the comprehensive virtual reality content creation workflow. Attendees will see firsthand the techniques and technology involved in creating immersive 360-degree media content.
KEYNOTE: A Conversation with Iain Douglas-Hamilton
Sponsored by Terra Mater Factual Studios
10:30 – 11:30, Explorer Room
Investigative journalist and NatGeo Explorer Bryan Christy interviews elephant conservation icon and one of this year’s Outstanding Achievement award recipients, Iain Douglas-Hamilton.
Popular Programming
10:30 – 11:30 Seminar Room
How far are we willing to go to win the race for high ratings? Pop programming does not have to mean bad programming. Meet filmmakers and programmers who have managed to get great numbers and not compromise quality. This session is a conversation on how to raise the bar in this important programming sector.
Carol Fleisher (Session Producer & Moderator), Fleisherfilm
Geoff Daniels, Nat Geo WILD
David Dugan, Windfall Films
Harry Marshall, Icon Films
Kurt Tondorf, Animal Planet
Speed Pitching
11:00 – 12:30, Antelope 1&2
CLICK TO SIGN UP FOR SPEED PITCHING
Roger Webb, BBC Natural World
Lucinda Axelsson, BBC NHU
John Hoffman, Discovery Channel
Liz Brach, Marion Haberman, Rob Holloway, Discovery Networks International
Meghan Cassin, Jackie Alabastro, Nat Geo WILD
Maggie Rhodes National Geographic Channel International
Jared Lipworth, National Geographic Studios
Janet Hess, NATURE/WNET
Emre Izat, Off the Fence Productions
Andrew Solomon, ORF/Universum
Bill Margol, PBS
Joy Galane, Smithsonian Networks
Jody Gottlieb, Vulcan Productions
Sony Workshop: New Tools and Techniques of Wildlife Documentary Production
11:30 - 12:30, Moose 2 Workshop Room
Guest filmmakers discuss their latest documentary projects and the tools and techniques of wildlife documentary production. Following this, Sony will discuss their digital paper solution, their energy storage solution (in partnership with Blue Planet Energy), and share Sony’s “Road to Zero” global environment plan. Digital paper displays full sized documents as clear as print-outs even under direct sunlight, and allows users to hand-write on the device in a secure environment. Blue Planet Energy’s “Blue Ion” energy storage system is flexible and scalable, and designed to help homes and large businesses use clean renewable energy to go off-grid, and can be used in film production today to replace diesel generators in providing energy. At Blue Ion’s core is Sony’s industry leading Fortelion® battery technology, which is highly reliable, efficient, and safe. Sony is dedicated to promoting public awareness and stewardship of wildlife and wildlife habitat through the innovative use of media, as well as within their own operations. Road to Zero, Sony’s global environmental plan, includes set goals for promoting biodiversity as one of four central perspectives, along with curbing climate changes, conserving resources and controlling chemical substances. At Sony Pictures Entertainment, efforts on sustainable film production go back 10 years, including recent implementation of a sustainable film checklist in production processes. Sony will share how our technologies, products and practices could be part of your wildlife film production process.
Screening: Racing Extinction (Finalist: Theatrical, Conservation, People & Nature, Science & Nature, Conservation Hero, Sound)
Lunch & a Movie sponsored by Vulcan Productions
12:00 – 2:00, Explorer Room
Carole Tomko, Vulcan, Inc
Shawn Heinrichs, Oceanic Preservation Society
Louie Psihoyos, Oceanic Preservation Society
Gina Papabeis, Oceanic Preservation Society
Hilary Sparrow, Vulcan Productions
Canon Lens Workshop
2:00 – 3:00, Antelope 1
Far away, up close, or in the dark, Canon offers powerful and unique tools for wildlife cinematography. Canon, a world leader in the manufacturing of precision optics as well as 4K, HD and digital still imaging cameras offers a wide array of solutions for the challenging situations often faced when shooting in the wild. From the world's longest 4K Super 35mm zoom lens to light weight portable Defractive Optics lenses and cameras that shoot color images in virtual darkness, Canon has the gear that will enhance your story in ways you never imagined possible. Take an up close look at some of the most powerful imaging devices in the world and get a hands on demonstrations during this one hour workshop.
How to Score in the Woods
Thursday, 2:00 - 3:00, Moose 2
Cody Westheimer recently hand built his portable music studio - which allows him to have nearly the full power of his home studio while being inspired with whatever remote location is drivable in his Subaru. Join him and colleagues Lenny Williams and Madelaine German (who will be playing filmmakers!) as he live scores a scene and explains the process for composing focusing on story telling and communication.
Cody Westheimer, New West Studios
Lenny Williams, HLW Music
Madelaine German, Madelaine German Music
Special Conservation Impact Award Finalist Showcase
sponsored by Emerging Wildlife Conservation Leaders
2:30 – 3:30, Explorer Room
This year’s EWCL Fellows reviewed 24 Conservation Impact projects nominated by our preliminary judging committees. Here are the finalists they selected for special recognition, talking about their inspiring conservation initiatives.
Susannah Smith (Moderator), Emerging Wildlife Conservation Leaders
Giselle Kaufman, Shark Girl
Jessica Plumb, Return of the River
Michael O'Neill, What's the Catch
Selling 4K+ Stock Footage: NatureFootage Services and Workflow
Thursday 3:00 - 4:00, Antelope 1
With over a decade online, NatureFootage offers the largest niche collection of HD and Ultra HD 4K+ stock footage focused on nature & wildlife, oceans & underwater, and people & adventure. You can grow revenue by selling your stock footage online.
NatureFootage offers custom stock footage websites to exclusive contributors with a proven sales track record. We create a customized interface for your clients to access stock footage directly from your own branded website, offering customers the best in search, preview, licensing, and delivery.
In this workshop, we will cover:
· Source formats and submission workflow
· Cataloging your footage with our proprietary ClipLog™ system
· Pricing your footage
· Representation agreement overview
· Custom stock footage websites
Filmmaking at Your Fingertips
3:00 - 4:00, Moose 2 Workshop Room
Sometimes, small is what you HAVE. Here are some practical tips and useful tools to make filmmaking with smartphones and tablets as good as it can be!
Larry Engel, Center for Environmental Filmmaking, American University
Teton Awards Gala
Get ready for a night to remember as we recognize the films and filmmakers selected by this year’s jury as this year’s award winners! Join emcees M. Sanjayan & Bryan Christy at the beautiful Center for the Arts in Jackson Hole for an evening of celebration, drinks, eating and dancing!
4:30, Buses begin leaving Jackson Lake Lodge
5:30, Cocktail Reception
sponsored by BBC Earth
6:15, Theater doors open (grab that seat)!
6:30, Awards Celebration begins
8:00, Dinner, Music & Gala Celebration
sponsored by SONY
9:30, Buses begin returning to Jackson Lake Lodge
11:00, Last bus leaves—ignore this warning at your peril!
7:30 – 8:30, East Wing of Mural Dining Room
Congratulations, finalists! Join us for breakfast, pick up your beautiful certificates and learn what to expect during the Gala Awards event later tonight.
Premiere Screening: Little Giant
9:00 - 10:00, Explorers
Off the Fence/ Nat Geo WILD
An elephant calf called Little E is born into a family trying to survive in one of Kenya’s most iconic landscapes – The Maasai Mara. Unfortunately for the herd, drought is setting in, and the family’s forced to keep on the move in search of food and water. Lions, hippos and even men interrupt their quest, but each challenge is overcome with thoughtful purpose and at times, surprising humor. By the time their journey ends, their actions testify not only to an intelligent and loving nature that rivals our own, but also to a message we can all relate to: there's nothing quite like family. Filmed by Bob & Gina Poole and produced by Off the Fence for Nat Geo WILD.
Ellen Windemuth, Off the Fence Productions
Emre Izat, Off the Fence Productions
Bob Poole, Bob Poole Films
Virtual Experience Demos
9:00 – 3:00, Trappers Lounge
Talking about it simply doesn’t “work” you have to experience VR to understand the potential of this immersive new storytelling medium. Be inspired by early adaptors who are already creating compelling content in the VR space.
360 Heros, Atlantic Productions, Condition One, Discovery, Dolby, Dryft Digital, Jaunt, Immersia, NextVR, Nokia Technologies, Pixel Corps, TOMS, WeVR, and more!
Designing Social Impact Campaigns for Film and Media
9:00 – 10:00, Seminar Room
Media can transform society, but in today's message-saturated world it often also takes a strategically-designed social impact campaign to fuel change. One of the country's top social impact producers shares key methods for developing an effective action campaign at the nexus of storytelling, marketing, and advocacy for your film, TV program, or other media. This session provides a framework for engaging and activating public and influencer audiences using transmedia storytelling, strategic partnerships, outreach, and calls-to-action – seeding measurable behavioral, social, and institutional change.
Anne Zeiser, Azure Media
Speed Pitching
9:00 – 10:30, Antelope 1&2
CLICK TO SIGN UP FOR SPEED PITCHING
Roger Webb, BBC Natural World
Lucinda Axelsson, BBC NHU
John Hoffman, Discovery Channel
Liz Brach, Marion Haberman, Rob Holloway, Discovery Networks International
Meghan Cassin, Jackie Alabastro, Nat Geo WILD
Maggie Rhodes National Geographic Channel International
Jared Lipworth, National Geographic Studios
Janet Hess, NATURE/WNET
Tetsunori Kikuchi, NHK
Emre Izat, Off the Fence
Andrew Solomon, ORF/Universum
Bill Margol, PBS
Tria Thalman, Smithsonian Networks
Jody Gottlieb, Vulcan Productions
Panasonic 4k / HDR VariCam Technologies Workshop
9:00 - 10:00, Moose 2 Workshop Room
Panasonic will present an overview of its new VariCam 4k s35mm production camera, and its high speed 1080p 240fps 2/3” twin little brother, the VariCam HS. We will cover the camera operation and technology in depth, and to contrast both cameras as different solutions to many of today’s production needs. Also discussed will be the technologies that enable shooting native ISO5000, or 4K at 120fps in uncompressed RAW, and important aspects like HDR, in camera colour correction, in field previews, sub and proxy simultaneous recordings and other useful capabilities. Lastly, we will introduce our new 4k one piece camera, the DVX200, designed for more modest UHD production needs.
Steve Mahrer, Panasonic
Ron Martin, Panasonic
Bernie Mitchell, Panasonic
End-to-End VR Workflow with 360Heros
10:00 - 12:00, Eagles Nest (3rd Floor)
From data capture, to media management and stitching, 360Heros will demonstrate the comprehensive virtual reality content creation workflow. Attendees will see firsthand the techniques and technology involved in creating immersive 360-degree media content.
KEYNOTE: A Conversation with Iain Douglas-Hamilton
Sponsored by Terra Mater Factual Studios
10:30 – 11:30, Explorer Room
Investigative journalist and NatGeo Explorer Bryan Christy interviews elephant conservation icon and one of this year’s Outstanding Achievement award recipients, Iain Douglas-Hamilton.
Popular Programming
10:30 – 11:30 Seminar Room
How far are we willing to go to win the race for high ratings? Pop programming does not have to mean bad programming. Meet filmmakers and programmers who have managed to get great numbers and not compromise quality. This session is a conversation on how to raise the bar in this important programming sector.
Carol Fleisher (Session Producer & Moderator), Fleisherfilm
Geoff Daniels, Nat Geo WILD
David Dugan, Windfall Films
Harry Marshall, Icon Films
Kurt Tondorf, Animal Planet
Speed Pitching
11:00 – 12:30, Antelope 1&2
CLICK TO SIGN UP FOR SPEED PITCHING
Roger Webb, BBC Natural World
Lucinda Axelsson, BBC NHU
John Hoffman, Discovery Channel
Liz Brach, Marion Haberman, Rob Holloway, Discovery Networks International
Meghan Cassin, Jackie Alabastro, Nat Geo WILD
Maggie Rhodes National Geographic Channel International
Jared Lipworth, National Geographic Studios
Janet Hess, NATURE/WNET
Emre Izat, Off the Fence Productions
Andrew Solomon, ORF/Universum
Bill Margol, PBS
Joy Galane, Smithsonian Networks
Jody Gottlieb, Vulcan Productions
Sony Workshop: New Tools and Techniques of Wildlife Documentary Production
11:30 - 12:30, Moose 2 Workshop Room
Guest filmmakers discuss their latest documentary projects and the tools and techniques of wildlife documentary production. Following this, Sony will discuss their digital paper solution, their energy storage solution (in partnership with Blue Planet Energy), and share Sony’s “Road to Zero” global environment plan. Digital paper displays full sized documents as clear as print-outs even under direct sunlight, and allows users to hand-write on the device in a secure environment. Blue Planet Energy’s “Blue Ion” energy storage system is flexible and scalable, and designed to help homes and large businesses use clean renewable energy to go off-grid, and can be used in film production today to replace diesel generators in providing energy. At Blue Ion’s core is Sony’s industry leading Fortelion® battery technology, which is highly reliable, efficient, and safe. Sony is dedicated to promoting public awareness and stewardship of wildlife and wildlife habitat through the innovative use of media, as well as within their own operations. Road to Zero, Sony’s global environmental plan, includes set goals for promoting biodiversity as one of four central perspectives, along with curbing climate changes, conserving resources and controlling chemical substances. At Sony Pictures Entertainment, efforts on sustainable film production go back 10 years, including recent implementation of a sustainable film checklist in production processes. Sony will share how our technologies, products and practices could be part of your wildlife film production process.
Screening: Racing Extinction (Finalist: Theatrical, Conservation, People & Nature, Science & Nature, Conservation Hero, Sound)
Lunch & a Movie sponsored by Vulcan Productions
12:00 – 2:00, Explorer Room
Carole Tomko, Vulcan, Inc
Shawn Heinrichs, Oceanic Preservation Society
Louie Psihoyos, Oceanic Preservation Society
Gina Papabeis, Oceanic Preservation Society
Hilary Sparrow, Vulcan Productions
Canon Lens Workshop
2:00 – 3:00, Antelope 1
Far away, up close, or in the dark, Canon offers powerful and unique tools for wildlife cinematography. Canon, a world leader in the manufacturing of precision optics as well as 4K, HD and digital still imaging cameras offers a wide array of solutions for the challenging situations often faced when shooting in the wild. From the world's longest 4K Super 35mm zoom lens to light weight portable Defractive Optics lenses and cameras that shoot color images in virtual darkness, Canon has the gear that will enhance your story in ways you never imagined possible. Take an up close look at some of the most powerful imaging devices in the world and get a hands on demonstrations during this one hour workshop.
How to Score in the Woods
Thursday, 2:00 - 3:00, Moose 2
Cody Westheimer recently hand built his portable music studio - which allows him to have nearly the full power of his home studio while being inspired with whatever remote location is drivable in his Subaru. Join him and colleagues Lenny Williams and Madelaine German (who will be playing filmmakers!) as he live scores a scene and explains the process for composing focusing on story telling and communication.
Cody Westheimer, New West Studios
Lenny Williams, HLW Music
Madelaine German, Madelaine German Music
Special Conservation Impact Award Finalist Showcase
sponsored by Emerging Wildlife Conservation Leaders
2:30 – 3:30, Explorer Room
This year’s EWCL Fellows reviewed 24 Conservation Impact projects nominated by our preliminary judging committees. Here are the finalists they selected for special recognition, talking about their inspiring conservation initiatives.
Susannah Smith (Moderator), Emerging Wildlife Conservation Leaders
Giselle Kaufman, Shark Girl
Jessica Plumb, Return of the River
Michael O'Neill, What's the Catch
Selling 4K+ Stock Footage: NatureFootage Services and Workflow
Thursday 3:00 - 4:00, Antelope 1
With over a decade online, NatureFootage offers the largest niche collection of HD and Ultra HD 4K+ stock footage focused on nature & wildlife, oceans & underwater, and people & adventure. You can grow revenue by selling your stock footage online.
NatureFootage offers custom stock footage websites to exclusive contributors with a proven sales track record. We create a customized interface for your clients to access stock footage directly from your own branded website, offering customers the best in search, preview, licensing, and delivery.
In this workshop, we will cover:
· Source formats and submission workflow
· Cataloging your footage with our proprietary ClipLog™ system
· Pricing your footage
· Representation agreement overview
· Custom stock footage websites
Filmmaking at Your Fingertips
3:00 - 4:00, Moose 2 Workshop Room
Sometimes, small is what you HAVE. Here are some practical tips and useful tools to make filmmaking with smartphones and tablets as good as it can be!
Larry Engel, Center for Environmental Filmmaking, American University
Teton Awards Gala
Get ready for a night to remember as we recognize the films and filmmakers selected by this year’s jury as this year’s award winners! Join emcees M. Sanjayan & Bryan Christy at the beautiful Center for the Arts in Jackson Hole for an evening of celebration, drinks, eating and dancing!
4:30, Buses begin leaving Jackson Lake Lodge
5:30, Cocktail Reception
sponsored by BBC Earth
6:15, Theater doors open (grab that seat)!
6:30, Awards Celebration begins
8:00, Dinner, Music & Gala Celebration
sponsored by SONY
9:30, Buses begin returning to Jackson Lake Lodge
11:00, Last bus leaves—ignore this warning at your peril!
FRIDAY, October 2
Today, we move the fun into downtown Jackson! With a fabulous lineup of Winner Showcase screenings at the Center for the Arts, gallery receptions and fantastic dining and recreation options, you can discover for yourself that Jackson Hole has more to offer than stunningly beautiful wild landscapes. Refer to the card in your delegate bag for special discounts and events and enjoy the Best of Festival Winners Showcase Screenings! If you can stay through the weekend, you will have even MORE fun! Visit www.jhWILD.org for a full schedule.
Transportation to Town begins at 10:00, and departs every 30 minutes. Many have opted for Jackson hotels, tonight so please sign up for transportation returning to the Lodge if you need it!
Transportation to Town begins at 10:00, and departs every 30 minutes. Many have opted for Jackson hotels, tonight so please sign up for transportation returning to the Lodge if you need it!