Amplify Your Mission with Storytelling That Matters.
Salt + Noelle is a boutique studio based on the docks of Channel Islands Harbor, California.
We specialize in ethical wildlife and conservation photography, adventure tourism content, and digital strategy tailored for mission-driven brands and nonprofits.
Your Creative Partner
I’m Alexis Noelle, founder of Salt + Noelle, a boutique dockside studio in Channel Islands Harbor, Oxnard, California. My journey began in community education and programming, as well as live music marketing, where I learned how to use thoughtful narratives and shared experiences to drive genuine engagement. Over the years, I built my expertise in creative strategy, operations, and digital marketing at Apple and Universal Music Group, leading campaigns for renowned artists and brands while always nurturing my passion for photography.
Photography has always been a constant in my life, both as a personal pursuit and as a way to educate and connect with communities. As I documented California’s coast and supported conservation efforts, my love for visual storytelling grew even stronger. Today, I bring these experiences together to help mission-driven brands and nonprofits with strategic consulting and ethical wildlife photography.
Whether I am advising on content strategy or documenting life along California’s coast, my work is grounded in authenticity, measurable conservation impact, and hands-on, founder-led service for every client.
Trusted by Leaders at Top Brands
While at Apple and Universal Music Group, I had the privilege of collaborating with leaders who shaped my career. Here’s what they’ve shared about working with me:
Choose How We Can Create Together
Your Mission is Clear. Is Your Message?
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Stretched Thin & Reactive
Your team is passionate, but stretched thin. Your digital strategy feels inconsistent and reactive, not proactive or aligned with your goals.
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Impact Isn’t Connecting
You struggle to create a steady stream of high-quality, compelling content. Your story isn’t reaching the right audience or inspiring the action you need - whether that’s donations, volunteers, or customers.
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Unsure of the Path Forward
You know you need a better digital presence, but you lack a clear roadmap. You need a partner who understands both the big-picture strategy and the hands-on execution to get there.
Our Services
Our Services
Conservation Photography, Content Strategy, and More
From strategic audits and content planning to field documentation and conservation campaigns, I help brands and nonprofits strengthen their communications and advance their missions.
Photography & Consulting Services
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Focused digital presence review with rapid turnaround.
Deliverables:
30-min discovery call
Top-level website/social review
2-page summary with top 5 recommendations
30-min follow-up call
Turnaround: 5 business days
Investment: $750 ($500 full audit credit if upgraded within 30 days)
Licensing: Written recommendations and deliverables are for your organization’s internal strategic use only. They may not be published, distributed outside your team, or resold.
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Comprehensive, actionable assessment and 90-day plan for your digital presence.
Deliverables:
60–90 min discovery call
Intake questionnaire
Digital audit (website, social, content)
Audience, competitor, and messaging analysis
Workflow and analytics review
10–20 page branded PDF roadmap
60-min walkthrough call
7 days of follow-up support
Turnaround: 10 business days
Investment: $2,500 (50% deposit to book)
Licensing: Written recommendations and deliverables are for your organization’s internal strategic use only. They may not be published, distributed outside your team, or resold.
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Continuous, founder-led strategy, campaign planning, and content support.
Deliverables:
Up to 2 strategy calls/month
Editorial/content calendar
Campaign planning, reporting, and optimization
Priority email support
Quarterly review
Original photography and select video/BTS content as outlined below
Commitment: 3-month minimum
Investment: $3,500–$6,000/month (custom scope)
Licensing:
All strategy and creative documents are for your organization’s internal use.
Original photography and select video/BTS content created under the retainer are licensed for unlimited use on your website, organic (unpaid) social media, email newsletters, PR, and internal communications for 12 months.
For nonprofits and small businesses, this license is expanded to include paid social campaigns up to $1,500/month ad spend.
Use in larger paid advertising, commercial campaigns, or third-party syndication requires a separate license.
Strategic Advisory Services
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Start-to-finish visual campaign for brands and nonprofits.
Deliverables:
Creative briefing & custom shot list
On-location photography (half-day: all best images, minimum 20; full-day: all best images, minimum 40)
Select 4K video clips captured opportunistically on professional camera (when not actively photographing)
Behind-the-scenes (BTS) video and photo moments captured on iPhone 17 Pro
Professional editing & post-production (photos)
Social media-ready versions
30-min review call
Turnaround: 2–4 weeks
Investment: $4,500+ (half-day), $6,500+ (full-day)
Travel and Accommodation: For projects more than 35 miles from 93035 or projects requiring overnight stays, travel and transportation expenses for both the photographer and field assistant are billed separately at cost. Only one hotel room is required for both team members. All necessary tickets, access fees, or transport (such as flights, ferry fares, or event passes) for both individuals will be invoiced at cost if both are required on-site for project execution. International and global travel welcomed, please inquire for a custom quote.
Licensing:
Comprehensive 1-Year Standard Commercial License, allowing unlimited use on your website, organic (unpaid) social media, email newsletters, PR, and internal communications.
For nonprofits and small businesses, this license is expanded to include paid social campaigns up to $1,500/month ad spend.
Large-scale advertising (higher digital ad spends, billboards, print, broadcast) requires a separate license, quoted based on campaign scope.
Images and video/BTS content may not be resold or licensed to third parties.
Video and BTS content are delivered unedited or lightly edited for social/reel use, and provided as a complimentary bonus (not a substitute for dedicated videography).
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Documentary coverage for events, eco-tours, or adventure experiences.
Deliverables:
Up to 8 hours on-location
All best edited images (minimum 75 delivered)
Select 4K video clips captured opportunistically on professional camera (when not actively photographing)
Behind-the-scenes (BTS) video and photo moments captured on iPhone 17 Pro
Digital gallery, social-ready versions
Preview gallery add-on available
Turnaround: 10 business days
Investment: From $3,500
Travel and Accommodation: For projects more than 35 miles from 93035 or projects requiring overnight stays, travel and transportation expenses for both the photographer and field assistant are billed separately at cost. Only one hotel room is required for both team members. All necessary tickets, access fees, or transport (such as flights, ferry fares, or event passes) for both individuals will be invoiced at cost if both are required on-site for project execution. International and global travel welcomed, please inquire for a custom quote.
Licensing:
Comprehensive 1-Year Standard Commercial License, allowing unlimited use on your website, organic (unpaid) social media, email newsletters, PR, and internal/organizational communications.
For nonprofits and small businesses, this license is expanded to include paid social campaigns up to $1,500/month ad spend.
Large-scale advertising (higher digital ad spends, billboards, print, broadcast) requires a separate license, quoted based on campaign scope.
Images and video/BTS content may not be resold or licensed to third parties.
Video and BTS content are delivered unedited or lightly edited for social/reel use, and provided as a complimentary bonus (not a substitute for dedicated videography).
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On-location documentation for research, conservation fieldwork, or expeditions.
Deliverables:
Pre-expedition planning
Multi-day, on-location photography
All best edited images (minimum 40 per full day)
Select 4K video clips captured opportunistically on professional camera (when not actively photographing)
Behind-the-scenes (BTS) video and photo moments captured on iPhone 17 Pro
Edited gallery, behind-the-scenes images
Usage license for communications, reports, fundraising
Daily highlights option (add-on)
Turnaround: 2–4 weeks
Investment: Custom quote, typically $4,500+
Travel and Accommodation: For projects more than 35 miles from 93035 or projects requiring overnight stays, travel and transportation expenses for both the photographer and field assistant are billed separately at cost. Only one hotel room is required for both team members. All necessary tickets, access fees, or transport (such as flights, ferry fares, or event passes) for both individuals will be invoiced at cost if both are required on-site for project execution. International and global travel welcomed, please inquire for a custom quote.
Licensing:
Comprehensive 1-Year Standard Commercial License, allowing unlimited use on your website, organic (unpaid) social media, email newsletters, PR, internal, educational, fundraising, and organizational communications.
For nonprofits and small businesses, this license is expanded to include paid social campaigns up to $1,500/month ad spend.
Large-scale advertising (higher digital ad spends, billboards, print, broadcast) requires a separate license, quoted based on campaign scope.
Images and video/BTS content may not be resold or licensed to third parties.
Video and BTS content are delivered unedited or lightly edited for social/reel use, and provided as a complimentary bonus (not a substitute for dedicated videography).
Visual Storytelling
Media Licensing
Looking for fresh, original visual content for your brand, campaign, or publication?
Salt + Noelle offers a curated library of wildlife, coastal, and conservation imagery - available for editorial, digital, or commercial licensing. If you see something you love in our portfolio, blog, or social channels, or if you’re searching for a specific theme or subject, simply reach out to inquire about availability or request a custom catalog.
How it works:
Browse our gallery, blog, or request a themed selection.
Choose the images that fit your story or campaign. We’ll provide high-resolution files, a clear usage license, and transparent pricing.
Need something unique? Let us know your vision. We can recommend content or discuss a custom shoot.
Non-exclusive license for the specified editorial, digital, or commercial use and duration outlined in your agreement. Exclusivity or buyout can be negotiated at a premium.
Images may not be resold or sub-licensed.
Conservation & Scientific Partnerships
Salt + Noelle specializes in visual storytelling and documentation for science and conservation. We partner with researchers and nonprofits to deliver a range of resources tailored to your mission. Every service is designed to support scientific accuracy, research objectives, and responsible wildlife documentation. Custom deliverables and usage rights are available - just ask!
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Field Documentation
On-site and in the field, we capture wildlife rescues, releases, and research surveys as they unfold. From reference imagery to cinematic behind-the-scenes footage, our work highlights the accuracy, emotion, and momentum behind each mission.
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Wildlife Identification & Monitoring
Our imagery supports research and conservation work through clear, detailed documentation of individual animals and field activity. From identification photos to long-term monitoring visuals, every project is approached with precision, consistency, and respect for the species in focus.
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Conservation Storytelling
We transform genuine field moments into visual stories that deepen connection and understanding. Working closely with research and nonprofit teams, we create content that builds empathy, strengthens awareness, and brings your mission to life for a wider audience.
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Expedition & Vessel Partnerships
We specialize in documenting life and work on the water, joining research teams, conservationists, and field crews to capture every side of a mission. From vessel operations and at-sea expeditions to onshore logistics and quiet moments among crew, we preserve the human side of the work in motion.
Ocean of Opportunity: New for This Year
November 2025 marks Salt + Noelle’s one-year anniversary, and there’s no better way to celebrate than by giving back to the conservation and community partners who inspire this work every day. As we wrap up 2025 and start booking clients for 2026, I’m excited to launch the Ocean of Opportunity: a new suite of grants and giving programs to help mission-driven organizations and local changemakers access the creative resources and storytelling power they need.
Too often, essential work goes unseen because passionate teams lack the time or budget to share their stories. These new programs are here to ensure overlooked causes and community leaders can access the same high-quality creative support as the biggest brands. Whether you’re restoring habitats, supporting coastal communities, or driving change in your neighborhood, these grants are here to help your mission shine.
If you’re making a difference but need a boost to reach more hearts and minds, we invite you to explore these new opportunities.
Otterly Good Gifts
GIFTED MEDIA SUPPORTOtterly Good Gifts are primarily invitation-only gifted media support opportunities, but we do consider select applications from nonprofits and grassroots groups that rely solely on donations and do not generate traditional revenue.
This program provides limited-use photography for your website and social media, but does not include ongoing support or broader usage rights.
Seal the Deal Grant
STORYTELLING SUPPORT GRANTThe Seal the Deal Grant is designed for small businesses and community changemakers working to make a positive impact. This program offers 50% off a Signature Storytelling Project or a 3-month retainer to help you amplify your mission and reach new audiences.
We’re passionate about supporting those who are building stronger, more connected communities. If you’re ready to tell your story in a bigger way, we encourage you to apply.
Terms
& FAQs
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Salt + Noelle is a boutique, founder-led studio specializing in ethical wildlife photography, conservation storytelling, and digital strategy for mission-driven brands, nonprofits, and eco-tourism organizations. We’re passionate about helping organizations amplify their impact through powerful visual storytelling and strategic content creation that inspires action and deepens community engagement.
Our services include:
Ethical Wildlife Photography: Professional, respectful wildlife and coastal imagery that honors natural behaviors and supports conservation goals. Perfect for editorial, digital, and commercial campaigns seeking authentic visuals grounded in ethical field practices.
Conservation Storytelling: Compelling narratives and photo essays designed to connect audiences with the mission and heart of your organization. We transform real moments into stories that build trust, spark curiosity, and drive support for conservation and community initiatives.
Digital Strategy & Consulting: Hands-on consulting for digital marketing, content planning, and brand storytelling. We offer strategic audits, custom editorial calendars, and ongoing advisory partnerships to help you clarify your message, reach your audience, and achieve measurable results.
Content Creation: From social media campaigns and website galleries to blog features and educational resources, we create high-quality, mission-driven content tailored to your goals. Our approach blends big-brand polish with founder-led authenticity for a genuine, impactful digital presence.
Visual Storytelling Campaigns: Signature Storytelling Projects and custom visual campaigns for brands and nonprofits - combining creative briefing, on-location photography, select video/BTS content, and professional editing. All projects include a comprehensive license for use across your website, social media, newsletters, PR, and internal communications.
Media Licensing: Access a curated library of wildlife, coastal, and conservation imagery - available for editorial, digital, or commercial licensing. We offer transparent pricing, clear usage rights, and the flexibility to request custom themes or exclusive content.
Conservation & Scientific Partnerships: Specialized field documentation, research support, and collaborative storytelling for scientists, researchers, and nonprofits working on the front lines of conservation. Custom deliverables and usage rights are always available, just ask!
Whether you’re a nonprofit looking to elevate your conservation messaging, a mission-driven brand ready to tell your story with impact, or a community leader seeking digital strategy support, Salt + Noelle is here to help you shine. Reach out for a discovery call or explore our services to see how we can create meaningful change together.
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A Signature Storytelling Project is a start-to-finish visual campaign for brands and nonprofits. It includes creative briefing, on-location photography, select video/BTS content, professional editing, and a comprehensive license for use on your website, social media, newsletters, PR, and internal communications.
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Browse our gallery, blog, or request a themed selection. Choose the images that fit your story or campaign. We’ll provide high-resolution files, a clear usage license, and transparent pricing.
Licensing is non-exclusive unless otherwise negotiated, and images may not be resold or sub-licensed.
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We specialize in visual storytelling and documentation for science and conservation. We partner with researchers and nonprofits to deliver resources tailored to your mission, supporting scientific accuracy, research objectives, and responsible wildlife documentation. Custom deliverables and usage rights are available - just ask!
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Ocean of Opportunity is our new suite of giving programs, launched to celebrate Salt + Noelle’s one-year anniversary. It includes the Seal the Deal Grant and Otterly Good Gifts, designed to help small businesses, nonprofits, and grassroots changemakers amplify their impact through creative storytelling and media support.
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Small businesses and community changemakers making a positive impact are welcome to apply.
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Most Otterly Good Gifts are invitation-only, but we consider select applications from nonprofits and grassroots groups that rely solely on donations and do not generate traditional revenue.
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Yes. If you meet the criteria for each, you’re welcome to apply for both.
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Seal the Deal Grant recipients receive 50% off a Signature Storytelling Project or a 3-month retainer, including full support and deliverables.
Otterly Good Gifts recipients receive limited-use photography for their website and social media. Ongoing support and broader usage (such as print or advertising) are not included. -
Applications will open soon. Join our mailing list to be the first to know when applications launch and receive updates about the Ocean of Opportunity programs.
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All applications are reviewed by Salt + Noelle based on mission alignment, impact, and need. Applying does not guarantee selection.
Selected applicants will be contacted directly by email.
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Grant recipients receive a license for specific uses as outlined in their agreement. Gifted Media Support is limited to website and social media use unless otherwise agreed. Broader usage (such as print, merchandise, or advertising) is not included by default but can be discussed if needed.
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Yes. All application details are kept confidential and used only for grant consideration.
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Absolutely! We offer a range of creative services beyond the grants and gifted media support. Please reach out via our contact page to discuss your project needs and vision.
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Generally, we do not accept trades or barter in place of payment. However, we do occasionally consider trades for very specific needs that directly support our work. Examples include:
Opportunities that get us out on the water (such as gifted adventure equipment, private charters, or boat access for shoots)
Specialized or unique camera gear that we genuinely need or would like to demo for creative projects
If you represent a company or partner with a truly mission-aligned offer in one of these areas, feel free to reach out with your idea. We’re always open to creative collaborations that make sense for both parties.
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Feel free to reach out via our contact form.