Director: Jason Lindsey

Jason Lindsey’s journey as a director is rooted in a deep connection to the natural world, shaped by his upbringing among “salt of the earth” individuals. This background instilled a passion for capturing authentic stories that resonate, educate, and bridge human experiences with environmental narratives.

With a background in photojournalism, art direction, and commercial directing, he has honed his skills in visual storytelling, bringing a unique eye for composition and light to his documentary work. His approach blends observational techniques with visually striking cinematography, aiming to forge a deep connection between the audience an

d the natural world, to evoke emotions and inspire action.

As a volunteer, Jason was on the Board of Directors of Prairie Rivers Network for eleven years. His deeply held ideals are the driving force behind why he and his wife fulfilled a long-held ambition to purchase 27 acres of forest at the mouth of Jordan Creek. Ultimately, they worked with The Land Conservation Foundation to transfer the land to a land trust for permanent protection.

His films have been recognized at prestigious environmental film festivals, including the Wild & Scenic Film Festival, Fresh Coast Film Festival, Wildlife Conservation Film Festival, and 20 other festivals. He is honored to have received the Best Documentary award at the World Water Film Festival.

Jason’s latest project, “It’s Time,” is a short documentary set in his backyard along the Sangamon River in Illinois. It gives a voice to nature and embodies his mission to create films that showcase our environment’s beauty and inspire environmental stewardship.