Piloting Skills - Video Editing - UAV Tuning
Aerial Cinematography
Prerequisites:
Must have previously taken one of our lower level drone courses and/or have basic FPV style drone flight and configuration skills.
​In-Person Course
$2400
May 13th
COURSE INFORMATION
Course Dates
Aerial Cinematography
May 13 - June 19
2:30pm - 4:30pm
T,Th
12 sessions
Prerequisites
It's strongly recommended that you have taken at least our Intro to UAV Tech course. You'll need to know how to manually operate an FPV style drone as well as understanding how to get into the Betaflight configuration system to make operational changes. You don't have to be great at flying, but at least have had a little experience.
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If you've operated an assisted vehicle such as DJI or Autel, this is not that type of flight. We will be using these at times, but this is primarily a manual flight training course.
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I'll try and post a video of what we'll be doing and what you should know. Please email me if you have any questions. I don't want any misunderstanding about the goals of this course.
Topics
Drone Setup and Maintenance
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Overview of FPV drone components
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Maintenance tasks
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Flight Safety and Regulations - Part 107 Prep
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Understanding FAA regulations and local laws regarding drone usage.
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Safety protocols for flying in urban and natural environments.
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Insurance considerations and liability for drone operations.
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Proximity Flying Techniques
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Techniques for effective and safe proximity flying.
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Planning and executing aerial maneuvers in tight spaces.
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Spotting and adjusting for environmental factors such as wind and obstacles.
Cinematography Principles
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Basics of visual storytelling and shot composition.
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Basic camera settings
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Techniques for capturing dynamic shots and transitions.
Planning
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Location scouting and investigation
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Identifying problem areas
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Storyboarding
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Understanding your vehicle capabilities
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Mockshoot - Staging actors and scenery
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Video Editing (Davinci Resolve primarily)
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Importing and Organizing Clips
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Basic Timeline Editing
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Transitions and Text Animations
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Audio Enhancement
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Color grading techniques specific to drone footage.
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Image Stabilization
Course Overview
After teaching UAV design courses for nearly a decade we felt it's time to take all our learning and focus that on a solid end goal that our students can apply professionally. This is UAV aerial cinematography.
For those interested in developing their skills, offering services such as a photographer, surveyor, emergency responder, mappings specialist, inspector, or researcher, are just some of the paths you might choose.
Additional roles can be found in a variety of industries, including construction, agriculture, and environmental monitoring, and may involve tasks such as data collection, aerial imaging, and equipment maintenance.
We strongly believe in the human skill of manual drone operation. Even if you're typically operating a basic "out of the box" vehicle like a DJI or Autel, having these skills can get you shots the others can't as well as saving your equipment if you run into a rough situation.
Video Editing
DaVinci Resolve will be used in class to introduce students to the fundamental principles of video editing.
Participants will learn how to import media into DaVinci Resolve and navigate the editing interface.
Storyboarding
Storyboarding and shot planning will be used to help visualizing scenes and by planning shots in advance, students will be able to anticipate challenges and capture coherent narratives.
Participants will learn timeline manipulation techniques, such as arranging clips, trimming, and splitting footage, as well as exploring various effects like color correction, transitions, and text overlays to enhance their videos.
FAA - Remote Pilot Certificate
14 CFR - "Part 107" Exam
Anyone looking to operate drones commercially in the United States needs to pass the "Unmanned Aircraft General – Small (UAG)" exam, per the FAA's Small UAS Rule (Part 107).
This has been common referred to as simple, "The Part 107 Exam".
In class we'll cover key topics included in the exam, such as airspace classifications, weather patterns, drone maintenance, and emergency procedures.
This will help you prepare for the certification process and ensure you understand what is required for successful completion of the exam.
Flight Skills Training
Ultimately, the quality of your shots come down to your skill as an operator.
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We'll work on the essential flight maneuvers that are critical for effective aerial cinematography.
Yes, the "Split S" is actually a very typical drone maneuver
Students will begin with basic flight techniques, including straight and level flying, gentle turns, and altitude adjustments, allowing them to develop essential control and stability.
Course Dates
Aerial Cinematography
May 13 - June 19
2:30pm - 4:30pm
T,Th
12 sessions
You can register by phone between 9am and 4pm PDT
425-640-1840
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https://apply.ctc.edu/user
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Enroll as: "First Year"
Program: "Professional Technical"
Term: "_____" (Season plus year, such as: Spring 2023)
Degree or Certificate: "Undecided - Professional Technical"
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