Sandcrane Hill Productions
Field-based storytelling for leaders in conservation.
Our Partners
Conservation Nonprofits • Environmental Research Organizations • Ecotourism Companies • Select Outdoor Brands
Who We Are
Conservation work is complex, gradual, and often invisible, which makes clear public communication difficult. That’s where we come in.
We work alongside conservation organizations in the field, creating accurate, thoughtful media that respects the complexity of environmental work and helps communicate that work responsibly.
Our company’s founder was raised in Alaska, where he spent time alongside people working in wild, remote places. That background shapes how we approach conservation storytelling: with patience, empathy, and a comfort working face to face with the people and places that make a difference.
Working With Sandcrane Hill
Much of the work we document involves sensitive topics, protected landscapes, and communities whose stories require care, consent, and context. Our role is not just to create compelling media, but to do so responsibly.
We approach all projects with an emphasis on informed consent, transparency of intent, and alignment on how media will be used. When working with communities or sensitive subject matter, we work not to exploit, but to collaborate and elevate.
Experience Working With Complex Contexts
Navigating licensing, permitting, and access requirements for conservation and research projects
Collaborating with Indigenous, Native, and First Nations communities in ways guided by consent, respect, and local protocols
Working alongside international conservation organizations and research teams across borders and regulatory environments
Handling sensitive ecological, cultural, and political topics with discretion and editorial care
Our experience in conservation storytelling ensures that the media we produce is accurate, respectful, and durable over time.
Our Process
Story Development →
Work with us to craft a public-facing narrative that showcases your work.
Production →
We deliver a compelling, website-friendly documentary aligned with your communication objectives.
Delivery
Our team of conservation filmmakers travels on-site to capture field documentation of your organization’s impact.
Our Services
Explore our range of services designed to help you achieve your conservation messaging goals.
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Show stakeholders why your work matters.
A concise educational and outreach film designed to communicate your organization’s objectives and impact with clarity and emotional focus.Your partners in storytelling.
Story development and editorial collaboration are included in production process.
Project fees typically begin at: $10,000
(Travel and field expenses are budgeted separately based on location and scope)
Deliverables may include:Short-form edits
Select stills
Educational graphics
Website-ready video and photo assets
Most impact films range between 4-7 minutes, depending on story and audience.
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Demonstrate your leadership in the space.
A full documentary on how your organization offers lasting change to wildlife research, ethical ecotourism, and environmental sustainability.
Your partners in storytelling.
Story development and editorial collaboration are included in production process.
Project fees typically begin at: $30,000
(Travel and field expenses are budgeted separately based on location and scope)Deliverables may include:
Full-length documentary edit
Condensed documentary cut
Short-form, vertical edits for social media
Select stills
Educational graphics
Website-ready assets
Most foundational documentaries range between 17 - 20 minutes, depending on story and audience.
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Make us your partner in annual or seasonal storytelling support.
Partnerships typically begin at: $50,000 annually
(Travel and field expenses are budgeted separately based on location and scope)What’s included:
Long-term documentary coverage tied to organizational milestones
Campaign and digital assets derived from each documentary production
Deliverables may include:
Multiple short documentaries (1 - 3 minutes), each suited for distinct messaging objectives
Short-form edits for social media
Educational graphics
Website and campaign-ready video and photo assets
In Collaboration With
University of Manitoba
Safari Club
International
Alaska Department
of Fish and Game
Travel Manitoba
Discover Churchill
Featured Work
Testimonials
“I really enjoyed working with Sandcrane Hill Productions on the release of wood bison into the Minto Flats State Game Refuge. So many film crews just get in the way and don’t understand that the animals come first. Sandcrane Hill Productions was never under foot, always helpful, and understood the priority of these precious animals. I’d be happy to work with them again.”
Tom Seaton
Wood Bison Project Biologist
Alaska Department of Fish and Game
“The team at Sandcrane Hill has a keen understanding of how to tell conservation stories that resonate with audiences, ensuring their content not only informs but also inspires.”
Drew Hamilton
Operations Manager
Discover Churchill Tours
“I’ve trusted Sandcrane Hill Productions for years to showcase and promote my wildlife photo-tour company in Alaska. From conducting in-depth interviews with scientists on lynx and caribou to highlighting the role of camera traps in conservation, they create powerful narratives with professionalism and respect.”
Sergius Hannan
Wildlife Photographer and Guide
Sergius Hannan Photography
Contact Us
We look forward to hearing how we can support your needs in conservation messaging. Let’s connect!