Drone photography and cinematography Certificate (DPC)
Course duration: 40 hours, spread over 2 weeks
Course Code: DPC – 106
Course Objectives
This course introduces its students to the basic principles of drone photography and drone videography, helping them develop their own personal visual language that will take their projects to a whole new level.
In a week, this course will take you from novice to expert drone photographer. We teach you the most effective drone photography methods to get high-quality photos and videos. You will also learn fundamentals of drone control, as well as advanced aerial photographs techniques for positioning, flying, and capturing your subjects in a best way possible
This course is ideal for anybody interested in becoming competent in the art of drone filming, learning how to properly utilize their drone settings for high resolution photographs, documenting their adventures on social media, transitioning into professional drone photographer, and integrating drones I into their hobby
After completing our training program students will be able to take professional photos and videos with your drone. You may also learn fundamentals of digital photography so that they may use distinct concepts in your photo taking abilities
Course Coverage
Theory
- Introduction to aerial photography
- Equipment and camera setup
- Composition of aerial shots and maneuvers
- Story boarding and shot list overview.
- Copyright law
- Live video filming, on location, with the drone aerial platforms
- Editing and packaging your aerial shoot
- Firsthand training with editing software
- Safe flying practices, FAA rules, airspace and privacy concerns
- Certificate of Completion
Practical
- Video shooting practices
- Editing and packaging aerial videos and photos
Course Criterial
This course is designed for drone enthusiasts, RPAS pilots and entry-level filmmakers with an interest in drone photography and drone videography. It is also ideal for amateur and professional photographers, aerial mappers, journalists, and operators that use drones in their daily work routine.
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Be able to read, speak, write, and understand English.
- Be in a physical and mental condition to safely fly a drone.