Media Production in Remote Environments

WHO WE SUPPORT

Supporting media productions

Documentary Filmmakers & Production Companies

Media Organisations

Science Communication Teams

Visual stories

When stories go out onto the ice

The polar regions bring together extraordinary wildlife, spectacular landscapes and deep local cultures. PRECon uses scientific knowledge and field experience to help you document it all accurately and safely, so you can focus on the creative work.

Guillemot colony on a cliff

Emperor penguin colony

Polar bear

Whales

Arctic fox

Walrus close-up

Atlantic puffin

Walrus on sea ice

Solutions & deliverables

01

Scientific advisory

Review of polar science concepts, terminology and factual claims. A glaciologist checks that the science in narration, subtitles and graphics is accurate and easy to understand.

Example | Reviewing documentary narration on glacier retreat, sea ice and ice shelves, flagging common misconceptions and suggesting accurate wording.

02

Field perspective

Location and operational considerations within a defined scope, helping teams understand season, weather, wildlife and ice safety to plan workable filming.

Example | Advising on the right season and safe distances for filming polar bears or penguin colonies, and assessing the risks of setting up camera equipment on sea ice or glaciers.

03

Content

Existing photographs or footage, subject to ownership, consent and agreed licensing. Material covers Arctic and Antarctic wildlife, glaciers and expedition scenes, and can be discussed according to intended use.

Example | Photos or footage of calving glaciers, penguin colonies, polar bears and expedition camps, with licensing terms agreed separately for each use.

04

Story development

Expert interviews and evidence-led explanation where suitable, helping turn scientific content into stories audiences can easily follow.

Example | Helping turn scientific questions such as “why are glaciers retreating?” into story segments with characters and settings audiences can relate to.

CASE STUDY
Glacier Hiking & Blue Ice Cave Filming

Deep within Iceland’s remote highlands, glacier ice caves reveal striking blue formations, offering a unique yet challenging environment for documentary filming. PRECon supported the production through location scouting, aerial filming, advance route reconnaissance using Super Jeeps, and on-site logistics coordination, helping the crew access remote filming locations and carry out the shoot efficiently.

FAQ

Can existing footage be licensed?

Availability depends on ownership and intended use.

START A PROJECT

Working on a polar story?

Share a short brief: objectives, region and season, team size and budget range. We first review your requirements and suitability, then agree a scope of work and quotation with you.