Colin Ruggiero is a Montana-based filmmaker and photographer with a passion for capturing the beauty of nature. With a focus on mountains, oceans, and wilderness settings, Colin's work showcases his extensive camera experience both above and below the surface. Colin produces his own films while also working as a freelance photographer and cinematographer, bringing his talents to clients like National Geographic, Discovery, the BBC, PBS, ESPN, The Nature Conservancy, and The National Wildlife Federation. His background includes studying Cultural Anthropology and Spanish at The University of Montana and Science and Natural History Filmmaking at Montana State University-Bozeman, where he earned a 4.0 GPA in both programs. Colin is also a former instructor at the International Wildlife Film Festival and Rocky Mountain School of Photography, and a musician in his spare time.