Claire Nelson (pronouns: she/her) has a life full of animals! During the day, she works as an ecological consultant, and when she goes home, she continues to care for the sick and injured wildlife brought into WIRES from all over New South Wales, Australia. WIRES or Wildlife Information Rescue and Education Service is a not-for-profit wildlife rescue service established in 1985, caring for wild animals brought in by the community until they can be released.

Claire shares her experience within the wildlife space, as a wildlife carer and ecologist, as well as advice for anyone looking to take a similar career path. The first thing Claire said when we caught up – was that there is no straightforward path in this industry, but saying yes to opportunities as they present themselves is a pretty good place to start!

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You can follow Claire's adventures and wildlife photography on Instagram @claire.mvn and find out more about the amazing work done by volunteers at WIRES – and how you can be a part of it too at their website.

The amazing Milly Formby (pronouns: she/her or they/them) is a zoologist, pilot and illustrator on a science communication mission to raise awareness for the plight of migratory shorebirds on the East Asian-Australasian Flyway. And how is she doing this? Would you believe it even if we share this!?

Milly has assisted with the build and then learnt to fly her own microlight in order to circumnavigate the Australian continent and follow the story of shorebirds and their long-distance flights! As she flies through the air from town to town, Milly shares the many amazing feats of shorebirds and why they need us to pay attention to them! 

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You can follow Milly's adventures on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook as well as on the Wing Threads website.

Based in Canberra, Australia, Dr Kate Grarock (pronouns: she/her) is an ecologist with Bush Blitz and a hiking enthusiast who has created a YouTube channel dedicated to this passion of hers. From a young age, hiking has always been a massive part of Kate’s life – as both a place to direct her energy as well as a mindful practice that immerses her in the natural world. We caught up to talk all about hiking is and how important it can be as an activity that helps people connect with nature around them.

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Want to hear more from Kate? Tune into the podcast to listen to our conversation. Kate also shares her adventures on Instagram @kategrarock as well as hiking video uploads on her YouTube channel.

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Zoe Keen (pronouns: she/her) is a science writer, communicator and science journalist from lutruwita (Hobart), Tasmania where she lives near kunanyi (Mount Wellington). Her general focus as a writer and science communicator is evolution, ecology and the environment although she has written across a broad diversity of topics outside this area. Zoe now works as a freelance science writer and communicator who has written for ABC, BBC, Cosmos & The Guardian. Zoe shares her journey through this space and advice for anyone looking to do a similar role!

Please note that all views expressed in this post are Zoe's own.

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“I guess just a bit about me: I’ve been into wildlife since day one and I count myself as very lucky that I am able to pursue my passion doing research and honestly loving my life”

Spoken like a true wildlifer! The charming chiropterologist, Reilly Jackson (pronouns: she/her) is a third-year PhD student at the University of Arkansas in the United States studying risks of pathogen transmission between bats and humans in south-eastern Kenya. We caught up to discuss her research project as well as the steps she’s taken to live her dreams of working in wildlife research. Reilly shares her advice on how you too can choose this career path and follow your passions!

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Alyssa Sargent (pronouns: she/her) is a PhD student at the University of Washington, USA, for which she studies hummingbirds in South America (one of the greatest projects she could possibly imagine!). Alyssa has experience working in bird research all over the world, as well as a passion for science communication, which she spends a lot of her time doing. Alyssa shares the steps she took on her journey in wildlife research and outreach as well as pointers to help you do the same!


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#itsawildlife is a podcast and blog, sharing the great work being done for wildlife conservation worldwide and solving problems for ecologists by ecologists. If you’re a fellow wildlifer, whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been about the traps for a while, you’re in the right place!
 
Tune in each week to talk all things nature: amazing projects, inspiring ecologists, and step-by-step advice to land your dream job in wildlife conservation.

Read a transcript of this episode here.

FREE RESOURCES:
Feel like you’ve tried everything to land your dream job in wildlife conservation? We got you! Here’s a whole bunch of free resources to inspire your next move and hand you some tricks of the trade.

• FREE guide: 10 steps to land your dream job in wildlife conservation
• FREE guide: 3 ways to stay confident whilst “stuck” applying for jobs
• FREE guide: How to get clear on your dream job in 3 easy steps
• FREE template: How to write a kickass CV

For more information, check out our website www.itisawildlife.com for more free resources, blog posts and more.

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If you like what you hear, please subscribe, rate and review to support the show and share the love with your network. Check out the website to get on board and subscribe for #itsawildlife updates– we send monthly emails with fresh tips and fun updates!
We’d love to hear from ya! Get in touch by email [email protected] or connect on Instagram @itisawildlife or Pinterest.

Want to hear more from Alyssa? You can follow her adventures on Instagram @the.bird.girl or check out her website to find out more about Alyssa’s field experiences, science communication materials, and advice for aspiring biologists.

Emily Wagdin (pronouns: she/her) is a Masters student studying Island Biodiversity and Conservation with a focus on the impacts of changing ocean conditions on crustaceans. Originally from Manchester in England, Emily lives on Jersey, one of the Channel Islands where her study species, the Brown Crab, Spider Crab and European Lobster, also live. Emily shares her experience pursuing a career in wildlife conservation, as well as her efforts to stay optimistic and make a positive difference in the face of widespread climate change, pollution and other challenges worldwide that threaten the ocean and its inhabitants.

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#itsawildlife is a podcast and blog, sharing the great work being done for wildlife conservation worldwide and solving problems for ecologists by ecologists. If you’re a fellow wildlifer, whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been about the traps for a while, you’re in the right place!
 
Tune in each week to talk all things nature: amazing projects, inspiring ecologists, and step-by-step advice to land your dream job in wildlife conservation.

Read a transcript of this episode here.

FREE RESOURCES:
Feel like you’ve tried everything to land your dream job in wildlife conservation? We got you! Here’s a whole bunch of free resources to inspire your next move and hand you some tricks of the trade.

• FREE guide: 10 steps to land your dream job in wildlife conservation
• FREE guide: 3 ways to stay confident whilst “stuck” applying for jobs
• FREE guide: How to get clear on your dream job in 3 easy steps
• FREE template: How to write a kickass CV

For more information, check out our website www.itisawildlife.com for more free resources, blog posts and more.

SUPPORT & CONNECT:
If you like what you hear, please subscribe, rate and review to support the show and share the love with your network.
Check out the website to get on board and subscribe for #itsawildlife updates– we send monthly emails with fresh tips and fun updates!
We’d love to hear from ya! Get in touch by email [email protected] or connect on Instagram @itisawildlife or Pinterest.

#ITSAWILDLIFE

 #itsawildlife is a podcast and blog, sharing the great work being done for wildlife conservation worldwide and solving problems for ecologists by ecologists. If you’re a fellow wildlifer, whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been about the traps for a while, you’re in the right place! 

Tune in each week to talk all things nature: amazing projects, inspiring ecologists, and step-by-step advice to land your dream job in wildlife conservation.

 Read a transcript of this episode here.

FREE RESOURCES:

Feel like you’ve tried everything to land your dream job in wildlife conservation? We got you! Here’s a whole bunch of free resources to inspire your next move and hand you some tricks of the trade.

·         FREE guide: 10 steps to land your dream job in wildlife conservation

·         FREE guide: 3 ways to stay confident whilst “stuck” applying for jobs

·         FREE guide: How to get clear on your dream job in 3 easy steps

·         FREE template: How to write a kickass CV

For more information, check out our website www.itisawildlife.com for more free resources, blog posts and more.

SUPPORT & CONNECT:

If you like what you hear, please subscribe, rate and review to support the show and share the love with your network.

Check out the website to get on board and subscribe for #itsawildlife updates– we send monthly emails with fresh tips and fun updates! 

We’d love to hear from ya! Get in touch by email [email protected] or connect on Instagram @itisawildlife or Pinterest.

“You take anything inside your brain, put it on paper and immediately it becomes real”

Natalie Cibel (pronouns: she/her) is a field ecologist and researcher with the San Diego Zoo, California. After finishing her degree at the University of North Carolina, Natalie started setting intentions, journaling and effectively creating her own pathway towards her dream job in wildlife conservation. Natalie shares her experiences in the field and advice for anyone looking to carve out their perfect role in the ecological space.

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 #itsawildlife is a podcast and blog, sharing the great work being done for wildlife conservation worldwide and solving problems for ecologists by ecologists. If you’re a fellow wildlifer, whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been about the traps for a while, you’re in the right place! 

Tune in each week to talk all things nature: amazing projects, inspiring ecologists, and step-by-step advice to land your dream job in wildlife conservation.

Read a transcript of this episode here.

FREE RESOURCES:

Feel like you’ve tried everything to land your dream job in wildlife conservation? We got you! Here’s a whole bunch of free resources to inspire your next move and hand you some tricks of the trade.

·         FREE guide: 10 steps to land your dream job in wildlife conservation

·         FREE guide: 3 ways to stay confident whilst “stuck” applying for jobs

·         FREE guide: How to get clear on your dream job in 3 easy steps

·         FREE template: How to write a kickass CV

For more information, check out our website www.itisawildlife.com for more free resources, blog posts and more.

SUPPORT & CONNECT:

If you like what you hear, please subscribe, rate and review to support the show and share the love with your network.

Check out the website to get on board and subscribe for #itsawildlife updates– we send monthly emails with fresh tips and fun updates! 

We’d love to hear from ya! Get in touch by email [email protected] or connect on Instagram @itisawildlife or Pinterest.

Jo Munnik (pronouns: she/her) is a South African documentary producer who covers stories across Africa; from 33 degrees South to 33 North, and a lot of East and West in between. Her work mostly focuses on wildlife conservation, social change and women’s issues. She is passionate about telling authentic and meaningful stories, which connect global audiences to Africa – stories that reflect the changing world in a responsible, sensitive, and engaging way.

For the past year and a half, Jo has been freelance and was previously CNN’s staff Africa features producers. Jo shares her experiences from the field working  in the international news and documentary production industry as well as advice for wildlife scientists looking to share their own research with the world.

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 #itsawildlife is a podcast and blog, sharing the great work being done for wildlife conservation worldwide and solving problems for ecologists by ecologists. If you’re a fellow wildlifer, whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been about the traps for a while, you’re in the right place! 

Tune in each week to talk all things nature: amazing projects, inspiring ecologists, and step-by-step advice to land your dream job in wildlife conservation.

Read a transcript of this episode here.

FREE RESOURCES:

Feel like you’ve tried everything to land your dream job in wildlife conservation? We got you! Here’s a whole bunch of free resources to inspire your next move and hand you some tricks of the trade.

·         FREE guide: 10 steps to land your dream job in wildlife conservation

·         FREE guide: 3 ways to stay confident whilst “stuck” applying for jobs

·         FREE guide: How to get clear on your dream job in 3 easy steps

·         FREE template: How to write a kickass CV

For more information, check out our website www.itisawildlife.com for more free resources, blog posts and more.

SUPPORT & CONNECT:

If you like what you hear, please subscribe, rate and review to support the show and share the love with your network.

Check out the website to get on board and subscribe for #itsawildlife updates– we send monthly emails with fresh tips and fun updates! 

We’d love to hear from ya! Get in touch by email [email protected] or connect on Instagram @itisawildlife or Pinterest.