LEXI ADDISON
ABOUT
Photographer, filmmaker, & conservationist
PHOTOGRAPHER & FILMMAKER
CHASING STORIES
Lexi Addison is a filmmaker and visual storyteller specializing in film and photography that explore human-centered stories, community, and the natural world. Her work bridges cinematic storytelling with real-world impact, capturing moments that resonate and inspire.
Lexi’s documentaries include the award-winning Winds of Change, examining offshore wind development’s effects on West Coast fishing communities, and The Last Fin, which spotlights shark fishing and the importance of collaboration within coastal communities. Through her films and photography, she amplifies local voices, builds trust, and tells stories that matter.
With a background in environmental storytelling and hands-on field experience—from research at the Bimini Shark Lab to collaborations with fishing communities—Lexi brings authenticity, intention, and cinematic vision to every project she creates.
ABOUT
EXPERTISE
EDUCATION
M.S. IN COASTAL MANAGEMENT & POLICY
Lexi is a filmmaker and visual storyteller with a foundation in environmental research and coastal policy. She holds a Master of Coastal Environmental Management from Duke University and a B.S. in Environmental Studies from Santa Clara University. With hands-on experience in marine conservation—from research at the Bimini Shark Lab to collaborations with fishing communities across U.S. coastlines—she brings a cross-disciplinary, systems-thinking approach to storytelling that combines technical expertise with human-centered insight.
STORIES THAT SPEAK
VOICES, PLACES, PERSPECTIVE
STORYTELLING
At the heart of Lexi’s work is a commitment to letting the story write itself. She focus’s on amplifying the voices of communities, capturing perspectives that are often overlooked or unheard. Whether through film or photography, she immerses herself in the environment and the people she’s documenting, allowing their experiences, insights, and emotions to guide the narrative.
Her documentaries, including the award-winning Winds of Change and The Last Fin, reflect this approach — highlight real-world challenges, community resilience, and the nuanced interplay between people and place. Every project is crafted with care, blending cinematic visuals with authentic storytelling to create work that resonates long after the screen fades to black.
PUBLIC SPEAKING & ENGAGEMENT
TURNING NARRATIVES INTO CONVERSATION & ACTION
FROM LENS TO LECTURE
Lexi shares her expertise and experiences through lectures, panels, and workshops, engaging audiences on the intersection of storytelling, environmental issues, and visual media. Whether speaking at universities, conferences, or community forums, her goal is to inspire action and connect people to the stories that matter most.
