Nova West is an artist, filmmaker, photographer, conservationist, and environmental educator originating from southern Minnesota. Currently based out of San Diego California, their passion lies in exploring our natural world and finding creative ways to inspire others to jump in.
Nova currently works as a freelance camera operator - specializing in wildlife, expedition, and underwater documentary storytelling - and as an artist and designer by commission. They often work at sea as a Video Engineer and Expedition Documentarian aboard the E/V Nautilus, operating ROV camera systems and documenting groundbreaking deep sea exploration operations. They also filmed and co-directed Diving for Rays, which is now available for streaming globally on Waterbear Network. Across their work they've collaborated with organizations such as National Geographic, Discovery, Netflix, Red Rock Films, NOAA, Ocean Exploration Trust, and more. |
Watch Nova's latest preview reel featuring their work on the E/V Nautilus. Please reach out to request access to their full reel.
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