Public Lands

A short documentary-style brand film highlighting the people whose dedication keeps Southern California's public lands protected, accessible, and thriving.

CLIENT

California Department of Fish & Wildlife

CORE SERVICES

Creative Direction, Interview & Story Development, Video Production, Post-Production

CREDITS

Director & editor: Adam McCain

Director of Photography: Eh Ler Tha

THE STORY

California's public lands don't stay protected by accident. This short brand film follows three park rangers whose daily work preserves wildlife, protects natural resources, and ensures these landscapes remain accessible for future generations.

THE APPROACH

Over two days, we followed park rangers into the places they know best, capturing the landscapes, routines and personal connections that make public lands meaningful. By grounding the film in their experiences, the goal was to show not only the beauty of these Southern California public lands, but why access to nature matters, and why protecting it is so important.

Close-up of a woman with short blonde hair and blue eyes, wearing a beige jacket and floral earrings, standing outdoors with mountains and trees in the background.
A park ranger or park officer examining leaves on a tree in a forested area.
A woman wearing a wide-brimmed straw hat outdoors with greenery in the background.