Work with Rachel
Rachel Bigsby's award-winning wildlife photography merges scientific integrity with visual artistry, and she is trusted by brands, broadcasters, and institutions to deliver work that is both beautiful and meaningful. From leading international assignments to speaking at universities and appearing on screen, Rachel brings professionalism, passion, and purpose to every collaboration.

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Wildlife Photography Assignments
Rachel is an accomplished freelance wildlife photographer with extensive experience working under assignment for renowned organisations such as National Geographic, WWF, Nikon Europe, the RSPB and the National Trust.
Her imagery is sought after by editorial teams, scientific organisations, and commercial clients alike — capturing species and stories with care, precision, and emotional depth.
Rachel's work is suited for:
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Editorial features and magazine publications
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Scientific and environmental reporting
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Commercial campaigns and brand storytelling
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Books, educational resources, marketing, publicity and exhibition work
Rachel is available for international assignment work, delivering expertise and creativity.
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Educational Talks & Guest Lectures
As a highly regarded public speaker, Rachel has presented at many prestigious venues such as London's Parliament, The Natural History Museum, The Royal Geographical Society, The National Museum of Scotland, Global Bird Fair, The Photography Show and the National Outdoor Expo.
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Rachel regularly delivers talks and lectures for universities, schools, and public audiences. Her sessions blend captivating storytelling with academic insight, offering a unique perspective on her approach to wildlife photography, conservation, and the realities of fieldwork. Whether addressing aspiring photographers, seasoned researchers, tourists or school children, Rachel’s delivery is always thoughtful, inspiring and accessible.
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Brand Collaborations & Tourism Partnerships
Rachel collaborates with purpose-driven brands and global tourism boards to create compelling visual narratives that inspire ethical travel, environmental awareness, and meaningful engagement with nature. She works with eco-conscious companies, conservation-focused organisations, and destination marketing teams to produce content that blends authenticity, artistry, and educational value.
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Rachel has partnered with governments and tourism boards on specialist familiarisation (fam) trips, designed to highlight their region’s exceptional wildlife and conservation efforts. These immersive assignments allow her to capture the true essence of a place — its landscapes, species, and local initiatives — while equipping tourism boards with powerful storytelling assets for outreach and promotion.
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Opportunities include:
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Destination storytelling & ambassador roles
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Photography and film content for campaign use
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Media & press trip collaborations (fam trips)
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Long-term partnerships with conservation-aligned brands
With her trusted voice and work, Rachel creates content that connects audiences to the natural world — with integrity and impact.
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Collaborative Workshops & Expeditions
As well as offering wildlife photography workshops of her own, Rachel partners with leading conservation organisations, eco-tour operators, and photographic institutions to design and co-lead workshops and expeditions that are deeply immersive, ethically grounded, and creatively enriching.
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Each journey combines hands-on instruction in wildlife photography with meaningful environmental education. Participants gain not only technical skills, but also a richer understanding of the species, habitats, and conservation challenges they encounter.
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Workshops and expeditions are crafted to:
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Offer real-time field tuition tailored to all levels
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Foster ethical wildlife viewing and storytelling practices
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Support conservation projects and local communities
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Inspire lasting connections between people and nature
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Rachel is an IAATO-certified expedition guide, a licensed powerboat operator and advanced first aid professional.
Wildlife Photography Workshop and Expedition Partners have to date included: Nikon UK, Heritage Expeditions, Shetland Nature, Nansen Polar Expeditions, Aurora Expeditions and Muench Workshops.
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Media, Podcasts & Interviews
Rachel eagerly contributes to podcasts, articles and interviews as a knowledgeable and thoughtful voice on wildlife, photography, conservation and her journey as a woman in the field. She brings intelligence, authenticity and a calm authority to every conversation.
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Television Presenting & Broadcasting
Rachel has appeared on-screen for notable broadcasters such as BBC Earth, BBC News, BBC Springwatch, The Natural History Museum, and Nikon Europe.
Blending her personable nature with a genuine passion for wildlife and conservation, Rachel brings stories from the wild to the screen with confidence, clarity and warmth.
As an experienced presenter, she appears in natural history programming, news features and documentaries, translating field expertise into compelling, audience-friendly narratives.
