WASHINGTON, D.C. — Blue Ant Media’s Love Nature channel today announced a new original, digital exclusive series, Nature of the Beast, is launching across the brand’s digital platforms throughout the fall.
In the series, wildlife filmmaker Julian “Julz” Braatvedt (pictured) takes viewers on a journey to experience animals and nature from his perspective. In the first installment, Braatvedt provides an inside look at following and filming hyenas in South Luangwa National Park in Zambia. A trailer for Nature of the Beast can be seen on Facebook here.
The first three episodes of Nature of the Beast will appear on Love Nature’s Facebook page on Wednesdays and branded YouTube channel on Fridays, culminating with a fourth episode that will be a live conservation special hosted by Braatvedt. This interactive event will feature the stories of dedicated wildlife allies working in the field to save hyenas and offer ways for Love Nature’s audience to get involved through volunteer programming and fundraising, says the Blue Ant Media press release.
Additionally, Love Nature will host weekly Instagram Lives with Braatvedt to discuss everything from close calls in the field to tips for filming animals in the wild.
“Love Nature has been building its digital and social audience over the last year and this series is a great example of that offering, giving viewers a fresh, interactive way to experience wildlife and nature content,” says Carlyn Staudt, global general manager of Love Nature, in the press release. “Julz makes Nature of the Beast feel like a conversation with a friend who’s guiding you on an adventure into the wild.”
“When the pandemic brought wildlife filmmaking to a standstill, I knew it was critical to continue bringing animals and their stories to viewers in a different and interactive way,” adds Braatvedt. “Launching the series on digital platforms allows me to connect directly with viewers to share new perspectives on wildlife and support solutions that will have a lasting impact on wildlife habitats and the entire global ecosystem.”
