Emil is an award-winning British filmmaker based in Austin, Texas. He has directed a number of short documentaries for environmental organization Re:wild, tackling issues surrounding our rapidly changing world and climate crisis. His work also includes social films driven by human subjects and underrepresented minority groups.

When not behind the camera, he curates and hosts a monthly film night in Austin, screening features from around the world alongside local shorts. His other pastimes include: hiking with family, smelling mezcal, and listening to Ali Farka Touré.