Kristi Odom
Videos
Calling All Pika Enthusiast: Join the Pika Patrol!
I am excited to share that my film, Calling All Pika Enthusiasts, was featured at the Wild and Scenic Film Festival in Denver on Nov 19th. This film highlights the importance of protecting pikas and showcases how individuals can make a difference in their conservation by introducing a new Pika Patrol App for smartphones. The project was partially funded by the She is Changing the World grant from If/Then. I had the honor of working with scientists and biologists from Rocky Mountain Wild and the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance to make this film.
[911] Bolivia Jaguar Animal Trafficking Campaign
As a filmmaker, I felt compelled to tell the story of Bolivia's jaguars and the heartbreaking reality of wildlife trafficking devastating their existence. My film hopes to bring to light the urgent crisis these majestic creatures face. Fewer than 2,000 jaguars remain in Bolivia.
Through this film, I have partnered with La Senda Verde and Well/Beings to not only expose these atrocities but also highlight the relentless efforts to rescue and rehabilitate these animals. Together, we're working to bring awareness, restore degraded ecosystems, reforest critical habitats, and provide a future for these majestic creatures.
This film is more than a story—it's a call to protect Bolivia's wildlife and prevent the jaguar's silent extinction.
Learn more here.
WELL/BEINGS: Save the Mangroves, Save the Ocean
As a filmmaker, I was honored to be hired by Well/Beings to create a film highlighting the critical importance of mangrove restoration. Mangroves are powerful ecosystems that can absorb up to five times more carbon than rainforests, protect coastal communities from extreme weather, and support marine life.
To capture this story, I flew out to Puerto Rico and the British Virgin Islands where I witnessed firsthand how local communities are being educated and inspired to restore, conserve, and create extraordinary impact through mangrove preservation.
I was later invited to share this film and speak at the Well/Beings gala, which raised over $600,000 for mangrove restoration efforts. This experience reinforced the power of storytelling to inspire meaningful action and protect our planet's most vital ecosystems.
NIKON Z 8 CAMPAIGN
I was beyond thrilled to be hired by Nikon to lead a dynamic photo and video campaign showcasing the groundbreaking Nikon Z8. As one of the first creators to work with this incredible camera, I traveled to Yellowstone National Park in the heart of winter to push its capabilities to the limit—capturing breathtaking wildlife and dramatic landscapes in extreme conditions. The Z8's cutting-edge technology allowed me to bring my creative vision to life. After completing the campaign, I had the exciting opportunity to embark on a nationwide speaking tour, sharing my work and the remarkable performance of the Nikon Z8 with audiences across the U.S. It was an unforgettable experience blending creativity, innovation, and new technology.
NIKON CAMPAIGN - NIKKOR Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S
In this video, I was hired by Nikon to showcase the remarkable versatility of the Nikkor Z 400mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens, capturing the stunning diversity of birdlife in Ecuador. My journey took me to the cloud forest, where I was able to celebrate the incredible array of species that thrive in this unique ecosystem. This film highlights how the lens excels in both rapid action and serene moments, making it the perfect tool for photographing wildlife.
NIKON Z 9 CAMPAIGN
I was honored to be one of the first in the world to use Nikons new flagship mirrorless camera, the Z9, to create a photo and video campaign for the launch. I was hired to specifically showcase its 4K slow-motion capabilities at 120fps. For this campaign, I wanted to celebrate the stunning wildlife of Colorado, capturing its most iconic creatures in their natural habitats. We ventured into the heart of Rocky Mountain National Park as well as Loveland Pass and Mt Blue Sky, photographing and filming pikas, bighorn sheep, elk, marmots, and a variety of birds across the breathtaking landscapes. This film is a tribute to Colorado’s wildlife, made possible by the incredible performance of the Nikon Z9 and its unmatched slow-motion capabilities.