Isobel Gordon
SCIENCE COMMUNICATOR | CONSERVATIONIST
Bristol
Summary
A skilled and adaptable science communicator with over three years of experience in the television industry, specialising in science and conservation storytelling. I am also a professional scientific diver, dedicated to supporting conservation efforts through effective, inspiring and engaging story telling.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Researcher
Banijay | Electric Robin
04.2025 - Current
- Researched and developed stories for three x 5-minuet episodes promoting sustainable energy use.
- Created and presented story boards to the client to make sure ideas aligned with their companies mission and messaging.
- Assisted in the set up of a shoot with important Talent.
- Represented the company whilst working on location with Talent present.
- Researched and recce multiple locations for shoot.
- Scripted 2x episodes and fact checked final scripts.
- Sourced archive footage alongside the edits.
Researcher
Silverback Films
11.2023 - 03.2025
- TV Researcher on three NDA Programmes currently under production by by Silverback Films.
- Created multiple story pitches and designed story board presentation which were presented to commissioners included Netflix and Disney(+), identified possible story ideas and content
- Conducted in-depth research on multiple conservation and science stories, all which needed to be current - making it vital to keep up to date with the latest research and information that was published.
- Frequently collaborated and networked with scientists and experts in their field, about a subject to ensure factual accuracy and to gain deeper understanding of the topic.
- Traveled internationally on three separate shoots, all of which were over three weeks in length. This involved:
- Coordinating complicated logistics from both the UK and whilst away, in the field
- Whilst in the field I was often the sole representative of the company and the main point of contact whilst away for all international contributors which included scientists, local fixers, conservation officials.
- Directed and lead a team of over 5 people whilst in the field making sure the whole shoot ran smoothly from start to finish.
- Organised and transcribed hours of audio footage from multiple shoots to pull out sound bites that were useful to explain the story and message that was desired of specific productions and content
Divemaster and Researcher Intern
Indo Ocean Project
03.2024 - 05.2024
- I lived and worked on the remote Balinese island, Nusa Penida, working very closely with a small team of researchers, interns and diving instructors to monitor and study the health of the surrounding coral reefs.
- During this time I was also working towards my divemaster qualification.
- Divemaster - guiding, assisting, logistic support for divers of all levels with good knowledge of the dive industry including dive theory, safe practices and providing emergency assistance.
- Research - field experience in data collection, entry and analysis of roving surveys (UVC), BRUVs, CoralWatch, water quality, dive against debris, mangrove restoration, coral propagation, reef health monitoring, mapping, marine species identification, citizen science data management.
Junior Researcher
Open Planet Studios
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Part of the development of an new online media sourcing platform that will enhance the quality and opportunities for visual storytelling of conservation and science impact films.
- Organised archive rushes, and selected clips for upload based on their versatility to be used in a variety of impact films.
- Assisted with website design and participated in discussions on legal considerations for global footage use.
- The project aligened closely with my master’s degree and has great potential for advancing science and conservation communication.
Junior Researcher
Plimsoll Productions
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Worked on an award winning production: A Real Bugs Life for Disney +
Office Runner
Plimsoll Productions
07.2022 - 11.2022
Education
Master of Science - Science Communication
The University of The West of England
Bristol 1 2021 - 1 2022
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Science
The University of The West of England
Bristol 1 2018 - 1 2021
Skills
Scuba Diving HSE (IV) Qualified
SSI Divemaster specialities: Deep Water / Nitrox / Dry Suit
Rescue Diver
RYA Sailing Level 4 and competent on and around boats
Level 3 First Aid at Work (valid until 2027)
RYA Powerboat Level 2 License
Full, clean UK driving licence Comfortable driving vans and driving abroad
Competent in the use of Avid Media / CatDV / Trint
Timeline
Researcher
Banijay | Electric Robin
04.2025 - Current
Divemaster and Researcher Intern
Indo Ocean Project
03.2024 - 05.2024
Researcher
Silverback Films
11.2023 - 03.2025
Junior Researcher
Open Planet Studios
06.2023 - 11.2023
Junior Researcher
Plimsoll Productions
11.2022 - 06.2023
Office Runner
Plimsoll Productions
07.2022 - 11.2022
Master of Science - Science Communication
The University of The West of England
1 2021 - 1 2022
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Science
The University of The West of England
1 2018 - 1 2021
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