Charles Pol is an American television producer and media executive best known as the co-creator and executive producer of the long-running Nat Geo WILD series The Incredible Dr. Pol. Born and raised in Michigan, Charles was adopted by Dr. Jan Pol and his wife Diane Pol, and he grew up surrounded by animals at his father’s rural veterinary clinic. While many assumed he would follow in his father’s medical footsteps, Charles instead pursued a career in television and entertainment.
Charles Pol’s Work History.
After completing his education at the University of Miami with a degree in communications, Charles moved to Los Angeles to break into the media industry. His early career was built through a series of internships and assistant roles at major entertainment companies. He worked at Paramount Pictures, Parkway Productions, and Mirage Enterprises, where he gained experience as an intern and production assistant.
From 2005 to 2012, Charles built an impressive résumé in Hollywood. He worked as a Production Assistant and later Operations Coordinator at Nickelodeon, gaining insight into children’s entertainment and network operations. He also served as a Development Executive at Booya Studios and an Assistant at Sony Pictures Entertainment, where he worked closely with creative teams developing scripted content.
In 2011, Charles co-created The Incredible Dr. Pol, a reality series based on the life and veterinary practice of his father, Dr. Jan Pol. As Executive Producer, he played a vital role in shaping the series’ tone, storytelling, and success. The show premiered on Nat Geo WILD and quickly became one of the network’s top-performing series. Thanks to Charles’ vision and leadership, The Incredible Dr. Pol has aired for over a decade, making it a staple in the world of animal-focused television.
Charles also worked with Straight Shooters Entertainment as a Co-Creator and Executive Producer from 2012 to 2014, helping to expand the Pol brand and explore new TV concepts.
Beyond his professional life, Charles is a devoted family man. He married Beth Oakes in 2018, a childhood friend, and the couple has two children—Abigail, born in October 2019, and Silas, born in July 2021. The family lives in central Michigan, close to the Pol family clinic.
Despite his work behind the camera, Charles occasionally appears on The Incredible Dr. Pol, often providing comic relief and helping out at the clinic. His journey from intern in Hollywood to producer of one of TV’s most beloved veterinary shows is a testament to his creativity, determination, and deep-rooted love for his family.
| Position | Company | Location | Duration | Timeframe |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Producer | The Incredible Dr. Pol | Mt. Pleasant, MI | 14 years 2 months (and ongoing) | Apr 2011 – Present |
| Co-Creator / Executive Producer | Straight Shooters Entertainment | Greater Los Angeles Area | 1 year 11 months | Mar 2012 – Jan 2014 |
| Operations Coordinator | Nickelodeon | Greater Los Angeles Area | 4 years 3 months | Jan 2008 – Mar 2012 |
| Development Executive | Booya Studios | Greater Los Angeles Area | 11 months | Mar 2007 – Jan 2008 |
| Assistant | Sony Pictures Entertainment | Greater Los Angeles Area | 1 year | Jan 2006 – Dec 2006 |
| Production Assistant | Nickelodeon | Greater Los Angeles Area | 11 months | Mar 2005 – Jan 2006 |
| Intern / Production Assistant | Mirage Enterprises | Greater Los Angeles Area | 11 months | May 2004 – Mar 2005 |
| Intern | Parkway Productions | Greater Los Angeles Area | 4 months | May 2004 – Aug 2004 |
| Intern | Paramount Pictures | Greater Los Angeles Area | 2 months | May 2004 – Jun 2004
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What Does Charles Pol Do for a living now?
Since the cancellation of The Incredible Dr. Pol, Charles Pol has taken on a more active role behind the scenes, working as the manager of Dr. Pol’s veterinary clinic and overall business operations. He plays a key role in promoting and expanding the Dr. Pol brand, including overseeing the clinic’s media presence, handling public relations, and managing day-to-day operations.
Charles is often seen actively promoting his father’s growing business ventures, such as Dr. Pol’s official merchandise line and the Dr. Pol Healthy Balance pet supplement business, which offers vitamins and wellness products for pets. Beyond business, he continues to leverage his media background by producing and publishing digital content, including behind-the-scenes clinic videos and promotional material for social media, helping to keep fans engaged even after the show’s conclusion.
His marketing efforts have helped maintain public interest in Dr. Pol’s clinic, drawing in new clients and keeping the brand relevant in the veterinary and pet care space. In many ways, Charles has transitioned from being the on-screen comic relief to the strategic mind ensuring the legacy of The Incredible Dr. Pol lives on through digital media, branding, and entrepreneurship.
Charles Pol Net Worth
As of 2025, Charles Pol has an estimated net worth of $2 million, primarily earned through his role as executive producer and co-creator of the hit Nat Geo WILD series The Incredible Dr. Pol. In addition to his television income, Charles is also believed to be the future heir to Dr. Jan Pol’s multimillion-dollar estate and business empire.
Dr. Pol has an estimated net worth of $10 million that he earns from multiple sources, built through decades of veterinary practice, book deals, speaking engagements, and the massive success of his long-running reality series. With Charles playing a major role in the show’s development and the continued expansion of the Pol brand, he stands to inherit not just wealth but also the legacy of one of television’s most beloved vets.
