The Earth Rise Team

Matt Maynard – Head of Sustainability. Santiago, Chile.

Matt Maynard / Santiago / Chile

Matt Maynard has an MSc in Carbon Management from the University of Edinburgh as well as a Literature degree from the University of York. He works as a professional mountain photographer and is an accomplished explorer, trail runner and qualified Mountain Leader.

He combines these specialisms producing impactful and science based storytelling creating content in consultation with marketing directors and heads of sustainability from multinational companies to grassroots NGOs

Since 2014 he has worked in conjunction with diverse institutions and businesses such as The Centre for Climate and Resilience Research CR(2), the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), Edinburgh University, King´s College London and the BBC.

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Jimmy Hyland – Head of Production. Sheffield, UK.

Jimmy Hyland / Peak District / UK

Since 2015 Jimmy Hyland has been creating award-winning content for the outdoor, adventure and travel industry. He has produced documentaries, photosets and commercial content for clients such as RAB, RedBull, Salomon and Montane alongside world class athletes such as Kilian Jornet, Laura Trott and Ranulph Fiennes.

In recent years Jimmy Hyland has specialised in producing narrative led projects and longform, deep-dive documentaries exploring developing world issues, including climate change, for corporate clients, charities and NGOs across the globe.