CV — Zoe D'Amato

With a background in anthropology and a passion for nature, Zoe brings curiosity, warmth, and fearless adventure to every project.

Her work spans five continents and has aired on Discovery, PBS, Travel Channel, Eastlink, and Roku. Bringing her talent to both global and local stories, Zoe is known for connecting people to place, blending insight, humour, and heart to tell stories that surprise, inspire, and stay with audiences long after the credits roll.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts in cultural anthropology and art history
McGill University, Quebec, Canada

SKILLS

On-screen presenting, interviewing, producing, researching, writing, photography, cooking, DIY, athletics, horseback riding, alpine & cross country skiing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming

LANGUAGES

English, French (Advanced), German (Basic)

AWARDS

Parents’ Choice Gold Award – Producer
Upper Midwest Emmy Award – Producer

DOCUMENTARY + TV EXPERIENCE

Bird Country | Writer / Co-Producer / Co-Director / Narrator
Firefly Digital | Eastlink
A feature-length documentary exploring Nova Scotia’s migratory birds, conservation efforts, and the people protecting these vital habitats.

Wild Nova Scotia | Writer / Producer / Host
Firefly Digital | Eastlink, Roku
A 13-part series uncovering Nova Scotia’s diverse ecosystems and the urgent need for conservation, hosted by Zoe D’Amato.

No Ordinary Life | Writer / Producer / Host
Firefly Digital | Eastlink
Zoe meets extraordinary Nova Scotians who live life on their own terms in this quirky, character-driven doc series.

Seen By Me | Writer / Producer / Narrator
Hi Fly’n Productions | EXPLR
An Emmy-winning series profiling young U.S. changemakers preserving culture through art, music, food, and tradition.

Tough Boats (Philippines) | Host
Pilot Productions | Discovery Int’l, TLC Asia, PBS & more
Zoe navigates rugged waters and isolated communities, exploring boat travel and local resilience.

Globe Trekker: Hawaii | Host
Pilot Productions | Discovery Int’l, TLC Asia, PBS & more
Zoe travels four Hawaiian islands, diving into nature, culture, and adventure.

Globe Trekker: Eastern Canada | Host
Pilot Productions | Discovery Int’l, TLC Asia, PBS & more
From lobster fishing to Cirque du Soleil wall-walking, Zoe experiences the unique charm of Eastern Canada.

Planet Food: Shellfish Special | Host
Pilot Productions | Discovery Int’l, TLC Asia, PBS & more
Zoe joins a team of international food lovers sampling the world’s best shellfish dishes.

ProjectExplorer | Writer / Producer / Shooter / Host / Editor
ProjectExplorer | EXPLR
Creating educational content for kids in 12+ countries, Zoe wore multiple hats in this award-winning global series.

My Nova Scotia | Host / Writer / Producer / Editor
Zoe D’Amato | AOL On Travel, MyDestination.com
A digital series highlighting the culture, art, food, and wine of Nova Scotia.

Ski Travel Pilot (Switzerland) | Host / Writer / Producer
The Beagle Productions
Zoe skis Alpine slopes, explores Swiss traditions, and indulges in local cuisine—fondue included.