Creative and commercially focused content creator with extensive experience producing high-performing digital content, photography and videography for visitor attractions, wildlife organisations and commercial brands. Experienced in developing engaging stories that connect audiences with animals, conservation initiatives and visitor experiences through social media, video production, photography, digital campaigns and traditional print marketing. Currently leads marketing and solo content production for Welsh Mountain Zoo, delivering audience growth, viral wildlife content, media coverage and measurable commercial results. Skilled in end-to-end content production from concept to delivery, including filming, editing, photography, campaign planning, copywriting and performance analysis, with a passion for wildlife storytelling that supports conservation and organisational objectives.

Nick Roden

Creative and commercially focused content creator with extensive experience producing high-performing digital content, photography and videography for visitor attractions, wildlife organisations and commercial brands. Experienced in developing engaging stories that connect audiences with animals, conservation initiatives and visitor experiences through social media, video production, photography, digital campaigns and traditional print marketing. Currently leads marketing and solo content production for Welsh Mountain Zoo, delivering audience growth, viral wildlife content, media coverage and measurable commercial results. Skilled in end-to-end content production from concept to delivery, including filming, editing, photography, campaign planning, copywriting and performance analysis, with a passion for wildlife storytelling that supports conservation and organisational objectives.

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Creative and commercially focused content creator with extensive experience producing high-performing digital content, photography and videography for visitor attractions, wildlife organisations and commercial brands. Experienced in developing engaging stories that connect audiences with animals, conservation initiatives and visitor experiences through social media, video production, photography, digital campaigns and traditional print marketing.

Currently leads marketing and solo content production for Welsh Mountain Zoo, delivering audience growth, viral wildlife content, media coverage and measurable commercial results. Skilled in end-to-end content production from concept to delivery, including filming, editing, photography, campaign planning, copywriting and performance analysis, with a passion for wildlife storytelling that supports conservation and organisational objectives.

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Work Experience

Marketing Manager - Welsh Mountain Zoo at Welsh Mountain Zoo
December 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Led marketing and content production, including social media, digital communications, website content and brand development activities for one of Wales’ leading zoological attractions. Produced wildlife-focused photography, videography and social media content to strengthen audience engagement, support conservation messaging and promote visitor experiences. Delivered significant audience growth and large-scale reach through organic and campaign-based content. Developed structured content calendars and campaign planning systems to improve efficiency and consistency across communication channels. Created or implemented organisation-wide brand guidelines and improved creative processes for signage, visitor communications and promotional materials. Collaborated with animal teams, fundraising staff, guest experience departments, external agency teams and media partners to deliver integrated campaigns.
Anti-Poaching Freelance Content at Anti-poaching organisation (Greater Kruger region)
September 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
Embedded with a leading South Africa anti-poaching organisation documenting frontline conservation work, ranger training and wildlife protection operations in the Greater Kruger region. Produced documentary-style video and photography covering the organisation’s intensive Anti-Poach Unit (APU) training programme, creating content for marketing, recruitment and public awareness. Worked alongside anti-poaching rangers, Rhino Task Teams and conservation personnel, filming daily operations in remote Big Five reserves, including close proximity to elephants, buffalo, lions, leopards and rhinos. Planned, filmed and edited professional video content while living and working in the bush under often unpredictable and high-risk conditions. Collaborated with rangers, instructors and conservation staff to ensure accurate, respectful and impactful storytelling.
Freelance Content Creator
September 1, 2019 - Present
Managed diverse clients and projects over multiple years and countries, ensuring professional and timely delivery of content and deliverables. Orchestrated complex drone permissions across the UK, including remote operations from a moving vessel across the English Channel and through the River Thames. Specialises in documentary-style content involving intuitive decision-making, conflict zones, dangerous wildlife and teamwork. Delivered in-studio video recording and interview setups; also conducted short- and long-term remote editing for client-based projects with clear communication and feedback loops. Produced and edited professional video content while working in challenging outdoor environments and under pressure. Produced wildlife-focused photography, videography and social media content to strengthen audience engagement, support conservation messaging and promote visitor experiences.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Film Production at Plymouth University
January 1, 2016 - June 1, 2019

Qualifications

A2 CofC Drone Pilot
January 11, 2030 - July 24, 2026
FCPS (Sony Alpha series) DBS Checked (social media management/creative roles)
January 11, 2030 - July 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization