Simon King Biography
Simon King is a great after dinner and keynote speaker. As one of the world’s leading wildlife film makers, Simon has been involved in filming, presenting and producing natural history films for over 25 years. He is a natural and charismatic conference speaker drawing parallels between the natural world and the business world.
Simon King on 'Big Cat Diary' and 'Big Cat Week'
Simon both filmed and presented the long running BBC1 series Big Cat Week looking at leopards, lions and cheetahs in the Masai Mara Game Reserve .
Simon has also co presented BBC2's 'Springwatch' and 'Autumnwatch' with Chris Packham and Kate Humble, as well as ‘Britain Goes Wild’ and ‘Wild in your Garden’.
Award Winning Cameraman
His work as a specialist cameraman includes pivotal roles in productions such as ‘Blue Planet’ [which won him an Emmy Award and a BAFTA for best camerawork] and many of the BBC Natural History Unit’s flagship series, from the Natural World [Cheetahs – fast track to freedom/Meercats – part of the team] to the epic ‘Planet Earth’, the most ambitious Natural History production to date.
Simon’s voice is used repeatedly in Natural History and science related productions and his reputation is one of honesty and integrity, both within the industry and with the audience.
Simon King as Keynote and After Dinner Speaker
He is a regular public Speaker, drawing on his extensive knowledge of the Natural World to provide lively and informative presentations, which can be illustrated by his still library archive, or his film imagery. He is an experienced motivational speaker in the business arena, deploying fun but factual parallels between the world of commerce and the harsh world of survival in the wild.
His diverse professional life has taken him from the raging oceans of the South Atlantic, to the deep freeze of Antarctica, from the great plains of East Africa to the deserts of Australia. He has worked in 6 continents in the most extreme conditions, and has a rich store of tales to tell from each, from the amusing and the inspiring, to the downright frightening!
In 2010 Simon released his own wildlife calendar and continued filming for Springwatch. He was also chosen to appear as a speaker and presenter at the Outdoors Show Live 2010 at the NEC Birmingham.
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Simon King Video
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Simon King News
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Sir Ranulph Fiennes and Ray Mears speak at The Outdoors Show this week
11th January 2011
The Outdoors Show will kick off on Thursday at Excel in London and keynote speakers including Ray Mears, Simon King, Ben Fogle, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, Riaan Manser and Sir Ranulph Fiennes will all be speaking in the Heroes Theatre!
The Magic of Music and Motivation
19th July 2010
It’s Dame Evelyn Glennie’s birthday today and as TEDGlobal comes to a close for 2010, the magic of music and motivation are firmly on the business agenda.
Springwatch 2009 returns to our screens today
25th May 2009
A new series of Springwatch 2009 returns to BBC today with wildlife and environmental speakers and faciliatators Simon King, Kate Humble and Chris Packham hosting our experiences of watching the fortunes of the wildlife in the UK
Chris Packham is the new presenter of Springwatch
19th March 2009
Following the departure of Bill Oddie, Chris Packham will join Kate Humble as co-presenter of BBC2's popular natural history programme 'Springwatch'
Bill Oddie Leaves Springwatch
2nd February 2009
Bill Oddie has quit Springwatch after four years, leaving the live BBC2 nature programme to find a new co-host to work alongside Kate Humble.
BBC's new series of Autumnwatch starts
5th November 2007
Bill Oddie, Kate Humble and Simon King witness the beauty and drama of UK wildlife. Autumn brings the red deer rut, mass bird migrations and beautiful woodland colours.
David Attenborough's successor being sought
14th November 2005
David Attenborough has announced his retirement and named Charlotte Uhlenbroek as a potential successor
Ed Stafford’s New Show for Discovery Channel
17th January 2013
Naked and Marooned with Ed Stafford will be aired in March on the Discovery Channel.
‘Osama’, by Chris Ryan
15th February 2013
Author, corporate speaker and SAS hero, Chris Ryan, has published a book called ‘Osama’ – a gripping tale based around the raid of Osama Bin Laden’s hide-out.
Debra Searle's Ice Mums
5th February 2013
Motivational speaker and awe-inspiring sportswoman Debra Searle has announced plan to take a group of mums trekking to the South Pole.
Simon King Reviews
Simon King has spoken and appeared at a number of recent corporate events. Please find some client speaker testimonials and reviews for Simon King for a number of these events and conferences. If you would like some additional information as to how to book Simon King for your corporate event, then please contact one of the Speakers Corner booking agents on +44 (0)20 7607 7070 or email info@speakerscorner.co.uk
Extremely professional, entertaining, charming and inspiring. Audience feedback is 100% psotiive - no mean feat!
I first heard Simon at a public wildlife event in East London. He did two hour long talks on the same day, both were sell-outs. The marquee was packed with 300 people for each one, with 100 more outside, desperate to get in. When I heard him speak I understood why they were so keen- he's exactly as he is on TV - warm, informative and witty. The audience loved him and wanted more. It was at that moment I realised I had to sign him up to write a book - which I did.
Tusk has staged an annual conservation lecture at the Royal Geographical Society for over 15 years and as one of the charity's patrons Simon's talk will be remembered as being one of the most popular and moving lectures of this series. Such is Simon's popularity, the event was a huge sell out for the charity. His ability to connect with the audience and to speak without notes is a remarkable skill. However it is the combination of his words along with his stunning photography and film footage that leaves his audiences moved and captivated.
The David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation is delighted that Simon King has joined the charity as an Honorary Vice President. Simon wealth of knowledge and passion for the natural world has been hugely beneficial - providing guidance, expertise and support. Simon attendance at our fundraising events and his highly emotive and knowledgeable speeches have inspired many to support us in our fight to save endangered wildlife. His passion for his subject never fails to enthral his audience; his value to the foundation is immeasurable.
Q & A with Simon King
Simon King answered some probing questions for Speakers Corner. For speaking secrets revealed - read on! To book Simon King for your event, please contact one of the Speakers Corner booking agents on +44 (0)20 7607 7070 or info@speakerscorner.co.uk
Speakers Corner: How did the corporate speaking start?
Simon King: I have been speaking in public since I was 18 years old. Many of the presentations I gave then were for charitable bodies and over time these engagements have been bolstered by commercial and corporate events. My work as a television presenter, particularly in the many live programmes I have presented, stands me in good stead for public appearances and speaking.
Speakers Corner: Can you remember your first speaking engagement?
Simon King: I really can’t remember the first- it would have been about 30 years ago!
Speakers Corner: And your last event?
Simon King: I am in the middle of a tour of the UK promoting my book Shetland Diaries and have spoken to over 4,000 people over the past 5 days. This included The Outdoors Show at the NEC- 3 presentations over 3 days- all sold out.
Speakers Corner: Which event has been your favourite and why?
Simon King: I had fun presenting a motivational lecture to IBM using the dynamics of life in a pride of lions to mirror business strategies. Lecturing at the Royal Geographical Society is always a thrill, given its prestigious history.
Speakers Corner: If you could speak at any event, past or future, what would it be
Simon King: I would have liked to have given a presentation at the Kyoto summit to try and motivate world leaders to care for life beyond the next round of votes.
Speakers Corner: Who would you most like to share a platform with?
Simon King: I have been lucky enough to share a platform with Sir David Attenborough on a couple of occasions, so this ambition has been realised.
Speakers Corner: On average, how many times a year do you speak at corporate events?
Simon King: About 30 plus.
Speakers Corner: Do you use powerpoint?
Simon King: Yes.
Speakers Corner: Are you as happy speaking to 50 as to 1,000 people?
Simon King: The number is irrelevant, I simply hone the presentation to suit.
Speakers Corner: How do you like to be introduced?
Simon King: Simon King, naturalist and film-maker.
Speakers Corner: Do you always like to do a briefing call before the event?
Simon King: A call or notes, I like to have a reasonable understanding of the client.
Speakers Corner: What are the most asked for topics?
Simon King: My life in the wild places of the world. Conservation and climate change. How to achieve the ‘impossible’ views/shots of wild creatures.
Speakers Corner: Is your speech interactive with audience participation?
Simon King: Yes, some more than others. I enjoy the interaction.
Speakers Corner: Do you have any funny/embarrassing speaking anecdotes you care to share?
Simon King: Hopefully there’s lots of fun in my presentations, lots of laughter- intentionally. I’m not easily embarrassed.
Speakers Corner: Your favourite film?
Simon King: Jean de Florette and Manon de Source, Gladiator, Amelie.
Speakers Corner: Favourite book?
Simon King: The Old man and the Sea- Hemingway, The Peregrine- J Baker, Of Mice and Men- Steinbeck.
Speakers Corner: Favourite holiday destination?
Simon King: Don’t do many holidays. Shetland, Shela, BVI (maybe- just about to go there!)
Speakers Corner: What’s your tipple – wine, beer, champagne?
Simon King: Champagne and Also Ardbeg whiskey
Speakers Corner: Country or townie?
Simon King: Cosmopolitan Country.
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