Born on April 10, 1960, he is a renowned British film director and producer, celebrated for his work in the field of natural history documentaries. He studied zoology at the University of Durham before joining the BBC's Natural History Unit. He gained prominence as the series producer of "The Blue Planet" and later co-directed acclaimed series like "Planet Earth" and "Frozen Planet." Known for his pioneering use of technology and storytelling, he has significantly contributed to raising awareness about wildlife and conservation.