Prerequisites

• Secondary school certificate or university qualification.
• Basic experience in photography.
• Interest in modern technologies and technical media work.

Course Description

Drone filming is no longer merely a visual luxury or an aesthetic enhancement; it has become a fully integrated storytelling language that reshapes how events are seen and stories are told. In modern media, drones provide a new visual dimension that expands the frame, reveals context, and captures perspectives that traditional tools cannot access.

Course Objective

By the end of this course, participants will:
• Understand the regulations governing drone use, professional safety requirements, and the foundations of integrating aerial imaging into media work.
• Acquire the skills necessary to operate a drone safely, adjust aerial camera settings, execute visually compelling shots that support editorial storytelling, and apply basic maintenance procedures.
• Recognize that responsible and safe drone operation is essential for the sustainable use of this tool in media practice, and that visual quality is inseparable from professional and legal compliance.

Course Outline

• Drone use regulations:
- The concept of drones and their media applications.
- Laws and regulatory frameworks governing drone operations.
- Safety requirements and professional responsibility.

• Flight and aerial imaging skills:
- Drone flight simulation.
- Optimal camera settings for aerial cinematography.
- Select angles and shots that enhance narrative storytelling.
- Align aerial visuals with editorial objectives.

• Maintenance and safe professional practice:
- Basic drone maintenance.
- Safe battery handling.
- Sensor calibration procedures.
- Replace damaged propellers and secure equipment storage.

Course Benefits

• A graduation certificate by Al Jazeera Media Institute.