Douglas (Doug) HUTTON
Executive Producer
Over the past 40 years Doug’s 225+ prime-time television credits include various international music series, 120 programs on Canada’s rich history and many programs featuring the cultural and natural heritage of North and South America.
Doug’s masterful storytelling has reached and captivated millions of viewers from many countries with meticulously captured HD and 4K footage.
Doug is known for capturing breathtaking footage of the Canadian Wilderness…incredible shots of the Rocky Mountains, aerial footage of forest fires, and rarely seen images of Canadian Wildlife. Doug’s work is appealing because of the drama, depth, and incredible storytelling power it holds. With a deep understanding (and love) of music and the power of harmonizing the soundtrack to the story – Doug sets himself apart from many producers/directors.
It comes with no surprise that the calibre of Doug’s work, the creative talent and production teams that are drawn to him, demonstrates the respect that the people within the industry have for him.
As Executive Producer, Producer, Director, Writer, and Composer, Doug has worked with hundreds of artist and actors from Dolly Parton, Bryan Adams, Jack Lemmon, Pat Benetar, Walter Matthau, Tina Turner, Leslie Nielsen, Ian Tyson, Vince Gill, Arthur Hiller (former president of the Academy Awards), Tommy Banks, the Guess Who, and symphonies such as The London, Edmonton, and the Grammy Award winning Nashville Symphony, just to name a few.
Doug is recognized for his ability to choose and work with the best people for the project. He has an incredible capacity to read people and empower them to produce world-class results. Douglas is a man of integrity, his working relationships are vast and always of the highest integrity.
His programming and footage has been broadcast on international television networks and speciality channels (including National Geographic HD) to millions of viewers and distributed in schools across North America plus national museums such as the Cdn Museum of Civilization and Juno Beach War Museum in France.
Impact
Global Reach
The masterpiece “This is My America” is a timeless treasure that is still played extensively today.
Doug taught the music industry how to let the reins loose by way of providing clear parameters for the project and allowing the artist the freedom to write and create material and works of art that were near and dear to their heart. His approach is a wonderful catalyst to creativity, as it is not stifling. He has built and nurtured countless careers in the music industry. Doug has helped musicians find the joy in their writing again.
Doug has been noted for the healing capabilities of his music, and the necessity in today’s world to mend.
One word resonates with many who have touched Doug’s work. Truth. Doug is a proponent of education. His work is rooted in family values, and educating through his amazing talents of storytelling and creativity. Historians note the validity and accuracy of his work, even in the music genre. In the This is My America project, he wanted truth in the making of it, the freedom to enjoy the output, and the freedom of choosing what steps and actions the listener would take as a result of being richer for enjoying the compilation.
Through the art of his storytelling and the mastery of his craft Doug’s mission to learn through history and set the stage to make the future better, is easily articulated by all that he works with, a true testament to his leadership ability.
Film & Television
Portfolio
Television
Blackfoot
Hosted by Rufus Goodstriker 1st Film Doug Hutton Produced & Directed
Gaslight
Hosted by Gerry Puckett 13 Episodes Syndicated across Canada The genesis of History programming.
Puckett's General Store
Hosted by Gerry Puckett 26 Episodes
The Frontier Collection
Hosted by Jim Butler Featuring storyteller Dr. Frank Anderson 26 Episodes
Discover
Hosted by Percy Saltzman 27 Episodes Syndicated across Canada
Heritage Inn
Hosted by Don Hildebrandt Special Canadian Guests 27 Episodes Syndicated across Canada
Canadian Heritage Series - Manitoba
Hosted by Tannis Young With famous Canadian Authors 13 Episodes Syndicated across Canada
Piccadilly Presents
Featuring performing artists such BJ Cook CO-production with CTV 1 Episode
Full Length Feature Films - "This Living World"
Poacher
Hosted by Jack McGaw Pilot program of This Living World From the illegal sale of bear parts and elephant ivory. Syndicated across Canada
The Forest
Hosted by Jack McGaw 1st program featuring Canada's Forest Syndicated across Canada
Wildlife Habitat
Hosted by Jack McGaw Importance of protecting wildlife habitat Syndicated across Canada
Rhythms of Nature
Hosted by Gordon Tootoosis Stories of North American migration patterns of birds and animals. Syndicated across Canada
Cowboys of the Americas
Hosted by Michael Martin Murphy Featuring Ian Tyson & The Edmonton Symphony The story of the North & South American Cowboy Broadcast on The Disney Channel, CTV, & other global markets
Land of the Midnight Sun
An in-depth look of Canada's North, it's people and wildlife. From the flow-edge on Baffin Island to Nahani National Park. Syndicated across Canada
Water, Wind and Fire
Host by Jack McGaw A look at the changing landscapes of Canada, the US, and Mexico as a result of the forces of nature. Syndicated across Canada
Seasons of the Buffalo
With special guest Dr. Raoul McKay (Author, scholar, & President of the Metis Association) The story of the Buffalo. Syndicated across Canada
Of Humans and Nature
A documentary on the importance of zoos Featuring music of the Chicago Symphony Syndicated across Canada
Forests of Canada
Narrative by J.J. Richards The story of Canada's Forests from coast to coast. Syndicated across Canada
Stewardship of the Land
Importance of caring for the land, the wildlife, and those who care. Syndicated across Canada & other countries.
Water - For this Living World
A 30-min program on the importance of water conservation and for future needs. Syndicated across Canada & other countries
Wildfire - A Force of Nature
A 30-min. program on the history of how fire affects the landscapes of forests in Canada. Syndicated across Canada & other countries
Castle in the Rockies
Narrative by J.J. Richards The story of The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. Syndicated across Canada & other countries.
Alberta - A Spirit of Heritage
Narrative by Linda Steele A history of Alberta in celebration of her centennial as a province of Canada. Broadcast on GlobalTV Network, also released and sold on DVD.
Alberta - A Centennial Forest History
Narrated by Linda Steele A one-hour High Definition program on the history of forests in Alberta. The 1st Canadian program broadcast in HD on GlobalTV Network.
Places of Green
Narrated by Linda Steele Showcasing the importance of urban forests in Canada. Syndicated across Canada & other countries. Broadcast on PBS in NewYork.
Life & Times Documentary Films
Life & Times of Arthur HIller
Featuring the life and times of film director and former President of the Academy Awards - Arthur Hiller Starring Leslie Nielson, Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau, and Ali MacGraw
Music & Concerts
Portfolio of Accomplishments - Produced by Doug Hutton
Music Compilations
In the Dawning
A story of Canada. With narrator Christopher Plummer Featuring the London Symphony Orchestra, Stan Rogers, Marc Jordan, and others.
Wild Rose Country
Soundtrack Featuring Alberta performing artists including the Edmonton Symphony
Scarlet and Gold
Celebration of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Featuring Alberta performing artists and the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra.
Cantata Canada
PRIVILEGE featuring Mel Degan with members of the Vancouver Symphony. Hosted by Leslie Nielson
This is My America (64 Track - 3 disc Box Set)
Featuring Dolly Parton, Gordon Tootoosis, Charley Pride, the Nashville Symphony, Billy Dean, Time Ryan, and many more.
Fly with Me America
Music Video Featuring Perry Danos Recorded at Ocean Way Studios in Nashville
Concert Productions
Tina Turner
Neil Sedaka
B.J. Thomas
Kenny O’Dell
Marilee Rush
Aretha Franklin
Jesus Christ Superstar
Tommy James & the Shondells
Cantata Canada
B.J. Cook
Sugar and Spice
The Collins Brothers
Roy Clark
Mandela
Poppy Family
Guess Who
Gainsborough Gallery
Mel Degen
Russell Thornberry
Stratus Singers
Television Specials
Henry Mancini
Roberta Flack
Anne Murray
Dionne Warwick
Diahann Carrol
Sergio Mendes
Charley Pride
Neil Sedaka (x2)
Jose Feliciano
Roger Whittaker
Charles Aznavour
Burt Bacharach
Cleo Laine & John Dankworth
Connie Stevens
Pat & Debbie Boone
Nana Mouskouri
Al Marino
Ferrante Teicher
Devils Lake Series
Kris Kristofferson
Tina Turner
Charley Pride (x2)
Judy Collins
Glen Yarbrough & the Limelighters
Bellamy Brothers
Rita Coolidge
Cleo Laine & John Dankworth (x2)
Nana Mouskouri (x2)
This Living World Nature Trust
Environmental Stewardship & Tomorrow’s Living World
This Living World Nature Trust was founded by King Motion Picture in partnership with Founding Patrons John and Barbara Poole. The Nature Trust was established to help create a legacy of natural landscapes for Canadians to enjoy for generations. The Trust was created with a very specific purpose in mind, to save and reclaim as much critical wildlife habitat as possible.
Since it’s inception in 1990, This Living World Nature Trust has raised more than $100,000 and purchased or placed under protection 1,500 acres of endangered habitat land.
Our Team
Doug Hutton
Executive Producer/Writer/Director Alberta
Joe Owens
Post-Production Supervisor Alberta
Katherine Spencer MScF
Forest Consultant Alberta
Monica Ahlstrom
Associate Producer Alberta
David McIlvride
Director British Columbia
Project: Shine Inc.
Brand & Reputation Management Alberta
Monica Lewicki
Branding & Marketing Alberta
Barbara E. Reppert
Reputation & Strategy Alberta
Roger Williams
4K Mastering Supervisor British Columbia
Peter J. Murphy PhD
Forest Historian - Scripting/Content Alberta
Dr. Gilbert Paille (1939-2016)
Forest Historian - Development Quebec
Robert Stevenson MScF
Wildlife Consultant Alberta
Dr. J.M. McCutcheon
Historian Ottawa
Scott Mason
Director Quebec/Ontario
Joelle Hutton
King Library Archivist
James Wong
Webmaster Alberta
Bill Kerrigan
Director Quebec
Ginga Takeshima
Camera Assistant Quebec
Leon Lorenz
Wildlife Photography British Columbia
Michael Darby
Aerial Photography Toronto
Mark Peachey
Aerial Photography Toronto
Mark Hryma
Aerial Photography Toronto
Doug Holtby
Helicopter Pilot Ontario
Art Raham
Drone Photography Alberta
Alex Brown
Drone Photography Ontario
Ven Cote
French Translations Alberta/Quebec
Donald Silverman
Global Media Counsel New York
Stephanie Prince
Production Coordinator Ontario
Tommy Banks OC
Music Supervisor Alberta
Gerry Dere (1943-2016)
Music Director Alberta
Ryan Ewasko
Editor Library Footage Alberta
Samantha Robichaud
Traditional Music New Brunswick
Dan Stewart
Helicopter Pilot Alberta
Justin Gillis
Helicopter Engineer Alberta
Airco Aircraft
Air Charter Alberta
Dynasty International Media Inc.
International Distribution Canada
Larry Carey
Director of Photography Ontario
Bill Kerrigan
Director of Photography Quebec
Toole Peet Insurance
Insurance Agent Calgary, AB
Lynn Willbanks
United States School & Education Consultant - U.S. Distribution
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