Jon Speyers

Jon Speyers is a graduate of Calvin College with major in Interdisciplinary Media Studies.  Through experiential education opportunities while in college and extensive training at the National Outdoor Leadership School, Jon became an experienced mountaineer, climber and kayaker. Before joining the Travelscope team, he shot a series of wilderness films in areas as diverse as Washington’s North Cascade Range and the serene hills of Corsica.  Jon brings a broad knowledge of travel research and production.

In addition the backcountry, Jon has shot promotional media for clients such as Disney Consumer Products and Steelcase furniture design. His experimental work for Red Bull received an international award and was recognized by the likes of Werner Herzog and Zak Penn. However, Jon admits few things can compare to the thrills and rewards of filming foreign cultures in distant places.