Sea Studios Foundation is a powerful team of award-winning filmmakers, scientists and strategic communicators. We’re dedicated to raising awareness of all the ways human life is entwined with the natural environment and motivating action on urgent threats to our planet’s health. Whether a primetime television series for the public or a specialized video targeting business or government leaders, we rely on extensive scientific and public opinion research, work with a vast network of collaborators, and rigorously evaluate everything we do.
David Elisco, Vice President for Creative Affairs
David is the storytelling center of Sea Studios Foundation. For eight years he has brought his appreciation and understanding of science together with his background in filmmaking to help lead the foundation’s unique vision. David most recently served as series producer and program producer of the award winning and critically acclaimed National Geographic’s Strange Days on Planet Earth, as well as director, writer and producer of PBS’s highly rated Oceans in Glass. In addition to his work in broadcast television, David is also helping the foundation move into new forms of communication, such as podcasting, viral marketing and theatrical films. Recently, David wrote and produced Sea Studios first foray into live action and animation, entitled Once Upon a Tide. Throughout his career, David has built a reputation for leading creative teams that produce strong, visually driven stories that make important but often-complicated ideas accessible. David’s other honors include first place in The Environmental Media Awards, a gold medal in the New York Film Festival and an Emmy nomination.
