PhD Archaeologist.
Travel Creator.
First to the Story.

I create infrastructure and travel documentaries with genuine expertise — and audiences who take action.

🎓 PhD Archaeology University of Pennsylvania, 2022
📺 135,000+ Views on breakout video (Riyadh Metro)
🚀 First Creator to cover complete Riyadh Metro system
Marshall Schurtz

"Most travel creators show you places. I show you why they matter."

As a working archaeologist with exclusive access to sites like the Lagash excavation in Iraq, I bring credibility that transfers to brand partners. My content lives at the intersection of infrastructure, archaeology, and exploration travel — and reaches an audience of well-spending travelers and documentary enthusiasts who click, engage, and convert.

Audience Data

UPDATED: January 2026 ● LIVE SUBSCRIBER COUNT

// Demographics

Male 94%
Female 6%

// Primary Ages

25-34 40%
35-44 24%
18-24 16%

// Geography

Saudi Arabia 22.1%
United States 20.1%
United Kingdom 8.1%
India 4.8%

// Interests

  • Documentary & Nonfiction
  • Travel Enthusiasts
  • Transit & Infrastructure
  • History & Archaeology

// Engagement

1.4K+
Subscribers
3:26
Avg Watch Time
33%
Avg % Viewed
11%
Returning

HIGH CLICK-THROUGH

"I rode every line on Riyadh's Metro" generated 500+ link clicks to partner sites.

Featured Content

"My videos are evergreen. The Riyadh Metro video gained 46,000 views in its first week and continues growing today. I create search-optimized content that generates views for years, not days."

// What I Create

Challenge Docs

Complete system rides, multi-day routes, complex logistical feats.

Infrastructure

Transit systems, megaprojects, urban development stories.

Premium Travel

Business class reviews, hotel features, gear deep-dives.

Archaeology

Site visits with expert commentary and historical storytelling.

Partnership Opportunities

Integrated Mention

Natural Narrative Integration

Your product or service appears as part of the story, not an interruption. I weave your brand into the travel or historical context authentically.

  • On-screen mention & usage
  • Link in description (top line)
  • Pinned comment
Best for: Gear, apps, travel services

Ad-Break Sponsorship

Dedicated Segment

A dedicated 30-60 second focused segment within the video. High production value, custom script, and clear call-to-action.

  • 30-60s dedicated slot
  • Custom visuals and talking points
  • Link in description
Best for: Larger campaigns, software, insurance
Hotels & Tours: Coverage Exchange

Complimentary stay or experience in exchange for video feature + raw UGC assets for your marketing use.

PhD Credibility
Expertise, not fluff.
Production Value
4K, pro audio, cinematic.
Evergreen
Searchable for years.
Action-Takers
Audience clicks & buys.
UGC Assets
Raw files for you.

On The Horizon

Feb 2026

Tren Maya Documentary

First expert-led doc of Mexico's complete loop.

Mar 2026

Lagash Archaeological Dig

Exclusive access to active excavation in Iraq.

Apr 2026

William the Conqueror by Bike

500-mile cycling journey tracing history.