Jett Britnell

Background

About Jett Britnell

Jett is a British Columbia–based underwater, wildlife and expedition photographer, internationally published writer, explorer, scuba diver and speaker. He has accomplished what explorer circles refer to as the “Holy Trifecta,” having been elected a Fellow in three of the world’s most distinguished geographical societies: The Explorers Club (New York), the Royal Canadian Geographical Society (Ottawa) and the Royal Geographical Society (London). Alongside his wife, he co-authors Third Age Expeditions, an adventure and exploration column for Luxe Beat Magazine. His work is centred on undersea discovery, endangered species preservation, habitat protection, wildlife conservation and environmental education. A member of the Ocean Artists Society — an alliance of leading marine artists, photographers, filmmakers and writers — he is also one of approximately 50 top underwater photographers who contribute images to support The Ocean Agency’s conservation initiatives. Jett serves as a consultant for Elephanatics, a Vancouver-based elephant advocacy organization, and belongs to Nikon Professional Services. In 2023, he and his wife were named Antarctic Ambassadors by the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO), a global collective devoted to protecting that fragile polar region. Since January 1, 2022, Jett has served as Chair of the Canadian Chapter of The Explorers Club.