Seven Worlds One Planet

Working Lives: Wildlife Filmmaker and Explorer

Bertie stands in a snowy landscape on a snowmobile, which is towing an assortment of goods

His latest series, Secrets of the Penguins, is now delighting viewers on ­Disney+ following its debut on National Geographic Wild earlier this year. And a new series of Animals Up Close with Bertie Gregory is on the horizon.

What does the job involve?

Being in the right place at the right time to hang out with cool animals. You need help to do this – wildlife filmmaking is a real team sport.

Do you need specialist knowledge?