Tag: video
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I took my Part 107 FAA Drone Test, and Passed!
I’m excited to announce I’m finally an FAA Certified Drone Plot! I’ve been flying as a hobbyist for about a year now, and I finally took the test. When I started researching the Part 107 test and what to study, I wasn’t sure what route to take. I really wanted to get legal because of…
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Capturing the Majesty of Roaring Fork Valley: A Drone Pilot’s Perspective
Featured Video Hey everyone, it’s Brandon Damon here, and I’m excited to share some fresh drone footage from my recent adventure in the stunning Roaring Fork Valley, Colorado. If you’re not familiar with the area, it’s a breathtaking region that includes Aspen, Basalt, Carbondale, El Jebel, Glenwood Springs, and Snowmass Village. I even had the…
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Reflections on Wedding Video Advertising and Business Evolution
Featured Wedding Video I recently had the chance to dive into a project I’d been putting off for a while: creating a specialized online ad for wedding videos. This ad was one of my early attempts at crafting a successful Google Ad for my own business. It was an interesting exercise in marketing, especially since…
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Exploring Detroit from Above: A Quick Drone Flight
Launching a drone flight from the roof of what was once Cobo Center, now TCF Center, was an unforgettable experience. From there, I soared above the Renaissance Center and Hart Plaza, capturing stunning aerial views of downtown Detroit. This footage has not only found its way into several projects but has also been sold as…
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Rediscovering the Art of the Demo Reel: A Filmmaker’s Journey 2018-2019
As a working filmmaker and drone pilot, I haven’t had to make a demo reel in years. When you’re booked and busy in this industry, creating a demo reel often slips down the priority list. Typically, a demo reel is used to reach out to new clients and showcase speculative work. However, once I got…
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Best Drone Shots of 2018
These are some of my best drone shots from 2018. I fly a Mavic 2 Platinum Pro Edition. I also use Polar Pro ND filters. I flew everywhere I could the first full year with my drone. From Grand Rapids, to Florida and Detroit. Flying the drone is a rush and I enjoy being a…