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Blaise Sack

Drone video and photography has changed the game when it comes to the types of angles and movements you can capture. Aerial drones have become the most popular tool for beginner to expert film makers to capture stunning content that will "wow" your viewers.

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Drone video and photography has changed the game when it comes to the types of angles and movements you can capture. Aerial drones have become the most popular tool for beginner to expert film makers to capture stunning content that will "wow" your viewers.

In this course I will take you on a complete guide to mastering aerial drone flying, filming and photography. This includes a recipe that will allow you to be confident flying your drone and walk away from each flight with incredible content. No prior flying, film, or photography skills are required to excel in this course. I have been a drone pilot and running a media company (Moves Media) specializing in cinematic aerial video and photos, for over 4 years. There have been a ton of things I've learned along the way that I wish I had learned sooner. The content that I will discuss in this course will fast track you from through the learning process to becoming a competent aerial pilot who can create content that stands out from the competition.

Before you rush out to buy a drone I will cover recommendations on what drone to buy and the key factors to think about before making your purchase decision. No matter what drone you have or end up buying all the flight training in this course will be of great use to you.

Not only will I share the key flying, filming and photography secrets, but I will also go through a step by step guide on how to edit your video and photos into compelling sequences and works of art.

Whether your a hobbyist wanting to capture incredible perspectives or you are interested in starting your own aerial drone company, this course is for you.

After taking this course you will:

  • Understand key safety and regulations around drone flying to avoid fines and fly within the rules

  • Know which drones are the best for your purposes

  • Have a simple recipe outline to make great content that is easy to capture and edit

  • Be a confident drone pilot with an arsenal of aerial maneuvers and skills

  • Understand different drone settings and when to use them

  • Have the skills to make money flying drones and filming things your passionate about

  • Learn how to edit videos from the most basic edits to complex techniques

  • Learn a complete guide to making professionally edited photos

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What's inside

Learning objectives

  • Learn how to fly a drone without any prior knowlege
  • Learn key techniques and outmaneuvers to capture stunning aerial video and photos
  • Develop skills in composing the best possible aerial shots
  • Learn a professional framework that allows you to get the shots you need efficiently
  • Understand the safety and regulations related to flying drones in different areas and air space classes
  • Learn how to create aerial videos that can make you money
  • Understanding filming and photography settings for aerial video and photography
  • Understand editing, colour correction, and the best software to use to improve your footage

Syllabus

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Introduction
The primary regulations around flying drones, airspace classifications, where to fly, important safety consideration, pre-flight checklists, and more
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Drone Safety & Regulation Part 1
Drone Safety & Regulations Part 2
The best drone to buy and key considerations for purchasing a drone
The Best Drones & What to Look For
The basic skills for flying a drone, important things to thing about when it comes to flying, pre-flight checklists, and other skills to master
Basic Drone Controls
Learn to Fly
Flying with filming in mind, best shot types, techniques to make cinematic videos, complex flight maneuvers, camera settings, compesition and framing.
Drone & Camera Settings for Filming
Basic Aerial Shots & Techniques
Aerial Still Photography Basic Overview
Complex Flying Maneuvers for Cinematic Filming
Important Camera Settings
Composition and Framing
Turn raw footage into cinematic videos, laying out footage on a timeline, edit still photos, create unique video sequences, understand filming modes, colour grade footage and photos, choosing music
Editing Overview & Software Options
Cutting Clips into a Sequence & Important Editing Techniques
Editing Framework & Key Principles
Colour Correction for Video
Editing Photos in Lightroom
Summery of Drone Course and Takeways
Final Thoughts for your Aerial Journey

Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Teaches skills essential in entry-level aerial drone operation, filming, and photography
Explores flying and filming skills used in industry
Well organized and comprehensive, suitable for aerial drone beginners
Covers both creative and technical aspects of aerial drone videography and photography
Taught by experienced professionals in aerial drone videography and photography
Requires no prior experience in flying, filming, or photography

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Practice flying your drone in a safe environment
Gain confidence in your drone flying skills to improve your ability to capture smooth and stable footage.
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  • Identify a safe and open area to fly your drone
  • Practice basic flight maneuvers, such as takeoff, landing, hovering, and forward flight
  • Gradually increase the difficulty of your maneuvers
Review basic photography basics
Improve your understanding of photography basics which are essential for capturing stunning aerial footage and photos.
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  • Read industry articles and watch tutorial videos on basic photography
  • Practice taking photos with different camera settings
Create a storyboard for your next project
Develop a clear plan for your next aerial photography project by creating a storyboard.
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  • Brainstorm ideas for your project
  • Sketch out a rough storyboard
  • Finalize your storyboard and share it with others
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Develop a portfolio of your aerial photography and videography
Showcase your aerial photography and videography skills by building a stunning portfolio that highlights your best work.
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  • Select your best aerial shots and videos
  • Edit and enhance your portfolio pieces
  • Create a website or online platform to showcase your portfolio

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