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Keynote SpeakerNatalie Hewit

Film Director & Adventurer

Natalie Hewit is an award-winning film director and producer who has been making prime-time documentaries for major broadcasters – including the BBC, National Geographic and Netflix – for more than a decade. Her work has received widespread industry recognition and critical acclaim including an RTS Award and nominations for a... Read more

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Popular Talks by Natalie Hewit

  • Finding and Filming Shackleton’s Endurance in Antarctica

    Natalie recounts how she filmed one of the greatest moments in recent history as the infamous shipwreck of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s Endurance was discovered in Antarctica in 2022. She takes us behind the scenes of the hunt – and the challenge of the highly complex polar film shoot – to…
  • Women Filmmakers in Extreme Environments

    Natalie is a female documentary director who has specialised in filming in high-risk environments and has shot two films on location in Antarctica, facing extremely challenging conditions head-on. As a result, she is passionate about encouraging women to overcome the many obstacles that they face in their personal and professional…
  • Ernest Shackleton’s Endurance Expedition

    Natalie has spend over a decade studying the polar explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton. As she guides us through the story of his infamous “Endurance” expedition, we discover some little-known aspects of the great man, and learn how a leader can turn his greatest failure into his greatest success.

  • Creativity and Exploration

    Many of us think that we are not creative but in this talk, Natalie takes a look at some of the greatest explorers from history, showing us that creativity can take many forms – and all of us are capable of it!

  • How to Move an Antarctic Research Station

    In 2016, Natalie spent 3 months living and filming at a British Antarctic Survey research station as the team there attempted to achieve a world first – moving the whole station 23km across a floating ice shelf. In this talk, Natalie takes us behind the scenes of the move –…

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  • Adventure and exploration
  • Endurance and resilience
  • Creativity and Collaboration
  • Inspirational women
  • Women in Media
  • Women in Leadership

Biography

Natalie Hewit is an award-winning film director and producer who has been making prime-time documentaries for major broadcasters – including the BBC, National Geographic and Netflix – for more than a decade. Her work has received widespread industry recognition and critical acclaim including an RTS Award and nominations for a BAFTA, a Royal Television Society Award and a Grierson Award. With human narratives at their core, her projects have taken her to numerous remote and highly challenging locations including an Antarctic research station, natural disaster zones and behind the scenes with the Metropolitan Police.

Her most recent project, “Endurance”, marked her second visit to Antarctica, where she documented the expedition to find the wreck of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s ship in the toughest conditions on the planet. The film was co-directed with Oscar-winners Jimmy Chin and Chai Vasarhelyi and premiered at the BFI London Film Festival 2024 before selling out in UK cinemas.

She is a member of the Explorers Club and a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and has served on the Documentary Awards Jury for the Director’s Guild of America.

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How do I book Natalie Hewit for a keynote speech?

You can book Natalie Hewit through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Natalie's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.

What are Natalie Hewit's speaking fees?

Natalie Hewit's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Natalie tailored to your event.

What topics does Natalie Hewit speak about?

Natalie Hewit speaks on Innovation & Creativity, Inspirational Women, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Natalie to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Natalie Hewit available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Natalie Hewit for events worldwide, subject to Natalie's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does Natalie Hewit deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Natalie Hewit is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Natalie Hewit?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Natalie can accommodate.

Can Natalie Hewit tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Natalie Hewit on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Natalie can offer.

What languages does Natalie Hewit present in?

Natalie Hewit delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Natalie Hewit a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Natalie Hewit's areas of expertise include Innovation & Creativity, Inspirational Women, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation. To get a clear sense of Natalie's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Natalie Hewit speak at?

Natalie Hewit can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Innovation & Creativity, Inspirational Women, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation is relevant. Details of Natalie's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.

Does Natalie Hewit offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Natalie Hewit is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Natalie Hewit?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Natalie Hewit, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Natalie's current availability for your dates.