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Morel Media
Morel Media is a documentary and nature film production company dedicated to shedding light on stories hidden amongst us. Based in Bozeman, Montana, Morel Media specializes in films about the natural world.
How we got our name
Morel mushrooms, the most coveted fruit of the forest, blossom out of the ashes of wildfire. They thrive in destruction; yet are often overlooked to the untrained eye. Our mission is to capture the overlooked details that make narratives special.
Who we are
Jessica Portuondo is a filmmaker from Miami, Florida. She earned an MFA in Science and Natural History Filmmaking in 2019 and received a bachelor's degree in Communications and Digital Media Production in 2013. Her work includes commissions by the Montana Department of Agriculture, Yellowstone National Park, Yellowstone Forever, and Tippet Rise. Jessica also edited content for CBS News, Discovery Communications, and Yellowstone Forever.
Jessica Portuondo
Ashley achieved a Masters in Marine Science and an MFA in Science & Natural History Filmmaking. Her interest in film is rooted in knowing that films can serve as an advocate for environmental issues and have the ability to create measurable impact. Ashley is an FAA Certified Drone Pilot, PADI Dive Master and an ambassador for Ikelite Underwater Housing. Ashley has filmed and edited for National Geographic Society, Yellowstone National Park, Ocean Exploration Trust, and the Smithsonian Institute.
Ashley Siana
Awards
Best
Documentary
Short
MINT 2018
2nd Place
Big Fork
Film Festival 2019
Fish & Wildlife Film Festival
2019
Montana International Film Festival 2019
Here to Stay
Battered Wife
Yellowstone Invader
Big Fork International Film Festival 2019
Battered Wife
Yellowstone Invader
Naturetrack Film Festival 2019
Voice of a River
University Of Idaho Fish & Wildlife Film Festival 2019
Yellowstone Invader
Big Sky Film Festival 2019
Here to Stay
Voice of a River
Ag & Art Film Festival 2020
Sieben Live Stock Company
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