Join aerial cinematographers Wild Rabbit and drone experts DJI for an all-access introduction to capturing aerial footage with the latest drone technology! This 45-minute, on-location class covers gear, camera maneuvers, shooting practices, and more — and it's the perfect way to get started using aerial footage in all your creative projects.
Videographers, photographers, camera enthusiasts, marketers, and everyone curious about drone technology will love this class. Bite-sized lessons cover:
- the "what" and "why" of aerial cinematography
- 8 essential camera maneuvers
- 5 best practices for safety
- tips for drone and camera control
- shot selection
- and more
To get started, all you'll need is DJI Phantom 2 Vision Plus or equivalent and familiarity with basic video editing software. By the end, you'll shoot and edit your own 30-second beauty reel using drone videography. Let's go!
Show us your city from above! Your assignment is to create a 30-second beauty reel of your hometown using drone videography. Find a few compelling locations, use several of the camera maneuvers described in the lessons, and edit your favorites into a reel that perfectly captures the mood and tone of your creative vision. This project will help you perfect your drone piloting skills, practice your cinematic style, and give you a hands-on introduction to everything drone technology unlocks.
