Drombaskutelo Our guides Guide 03 · Video
Drone Video, One Shot at a Time
Plan simple sequences with a clearer story.
- British English
- Eight short chapters
- Planning prompts
Bring more purpose to your drone footage with an introduction to shot planning, sequence structure and reviewing clips, from the first idea to a focused edit.
- Create a manageable shot list.
- Give clips a role in a sequence.
- Make more deliberate editing decisions.
Eight chapters, in order.
Plan simple sequences with a clearer story. Each chapter is short enough to read while you plan and come back to before your next session.
- 01 Deciding what your film is about
- 02 Making a short shot list
- 03 Thinking in wide and closer views
- 04 Keeping movement simple
- 05 Planning continuity
- 06 Reviewing footage after landing
- 07 Selecting clips for a sequence
- 08 Building a concise first edit
Preparation, then the flight.
Beginners making short films with a camera drone.
- Video
- Eight chapters
- Planning prompts
- Digital guide
Give every shot a purpose
Write down three shots that would introduce a place, show a detail and bring the sequence to a close. You do not need a complicated manoeuvre for every clip. Choose movements within your ability and your drone’s operating limits. Review the footage after landing, then decide which shots actually help tell the story.
Before you choose a guide.
Are the guides sold individually?
Yes. Each guide is sold separately for £12.99.
Which guide should I start with?
Choose Your First Drone Flights if you are new to camera drones. For a creative focus, choose Aerial Photography, With Intention or Drone Video, One Shot at a Time. Choose The Thoughtful Drone Session for help organising outings.
Are the guides written for one drone brand?
No. They focus on general preparation and creative principles. Controls and operating limits vary, so use the manufacturer’s instructions for your exact model.
Do I need an expensive drone?
The guides do not require a particular price range or model. Some camera controls and features vary between aircraft.
Does buying a guide include a drone or software?
No. The purchase is for the selected guide. Aircraft, accessories and software are separate.
Is this a pilot qualification or flight authorisation?
No. These are introductory reading guides. Check the requirements that apply to your aircraft, activity and location with the relevant aviation authority.
Can the guides help me plan photography and video?
Yes. The photography guide focuses on visual ideas and reviewing still images; the video guide focuses on shot lists, sequences and selecting clips.
What language are the guides written in?
British English.
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Your First Drone Flights
Get to know your aircraft before you take off.
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