How It All Started
Wildscape was founded in 2022. It all started with a simple thought: How can we make wildlife conservation media better? Wildlife conservation organizations and researchers did not have a fond relationship with big media organizations and it showed. So the idea for "Shoreline Stories" was born. We aimed to create a piece of content that was modernized and made with the story in mind that our science partners wanted to tell....not ours. 4 filmmakers set out to Hawaii to film the first episode on whale sharks...and after a week Wildscape was created to continue to create and impact.
Mission & Vision
Mission Statement
Vision Statement
Our mission at Wildscape is to conserve and protect our planet (and the species that inhabit it) through powerful storytelling and digestible media content. We strive to inspire individuals to connect with nature, get involved with conservation organizations, and advocate for sustainable practices
At Wildscape we envision a future where individuals understand the value of conservation (not using it just for political gain) and the work and fun that comes with conservation. We aim to be a content platform that inspires others to contribute to the sustainable well-being of our planet. Through our impactful media content and community initiatives, we strive to ignite a global movement that protects and restores the Earth's ecosystems for generations to come."
Board of Directors
Through years of experience in non-profit fundraising, business, and filmmaking our board guides our creative and leadership team.
Board Member
Jamie Serino
Jamie has several careers worth of experience when it comes to conservation non-profits. He has being on the Board for the Florida Aquarium and even worked with NOAA. He has created donor programs for large scale organizations and has done it all when it comes to conservation organizations.
Board Member
Javier Fabrega
Javi is the resident outdoorsman of our board. You can find him fly fishing out in north eastern Florida. Javier has experience in vendor management and putting on events that impact conservation.
Board Member
Jas Corbett
Jas is currently the Media and Communications manager for the Manta Trust. She is an avid photographer and filmmaker with much of her work being published.
Our Team
Ethan Leaman
Director / Podcast Host
Bryan Varra
Operations Manager / Event Lead
Catalina Smith
Producer / Creative
Maddy Scott
Social Media Coordinator
Jules Hartl
Podcast Host / Creative
Christine de Silva
Podcast Host / Creative
Kai Moy
Graphic Designer / Videographer
Andres Bräutigam
Podcast Host / Creative