Monday, October 9, 2017

An Introduction To Aerial Cinematography Canada

By Angela Graham


Without a doubt, the technological changes witnessed over the past few years have been of great benefit to the film industry. In the past, one had to rely on cameras on the ground to capture still shots and videos. Today, drones make it possible to produce shots from angles that were once improbable. There are many companies that specialize in aerial cinematography Canada.

There are different reasons why clients hire them. A typical client can be a broadcasting house looking for good aerial shots for its live productions. Many modern movies and TV series also get their multi dimensional shots from drone footage. Other sectors that few know regularly use this technology are the advertising, land survey and music production sectors.

The gear used to make films varies depending on the kinds of films required. A low altitude camera is the most appropriate for recording a commercial, TV show or feature film. If you are looking to survey a large piece of property, your best option would be a high altitude camera. Your requirements are what should eventually guide your service provider to use the correct equipment.

One mistake you are likely to make if you are new to this kind of filming is enlisting a firm that is unrecognized by the TCCA. The federal institution is the only one that is legally mandated to regulate the aviation industry. Therefore, ensure your chosen firm and its personnel have the requisite license to operate in the area.

Another important thing to consider when choosing a filming firm is insurance. If you plan to rent the gear for instance, the most judicious thing to do would be to ensure it is insured. The equipment used in this line of work is often pricey. In case of damage, you should not have to purchase a new set outright.

Part of your vetting process should include checking out whether the pilots or drone operators working for the company are true professionals. There are companies that hire talent after simply passing written tests. Truth be told, the quality of work you get will be determined by the professionalism and experience that the person working for you has. A good company is one whose pilots and operators have years of experience and are licensed.

Upon acquiring a license, a firm is often mandated to serve a particular geographical area. As such, you may get into trouble with the authorities for filming in a non designated area. To keep a clean slate with law enforcement, ensure you get the correct information with regards to this before signing off on the contract.

The cameras used for production are often well known brands. They include the Alexa Mini, Red Weapon 8K S35, Red Dragon, Red Raven and the Black Magic 4K Production Camera. If you engage a reputable company, there is no doubt it will have these cameras in its inventory.

Charges will depend on the scope of work to be done. Complex work like documentary filming often costs more than filming commercials. For your own convenience, you might want to get a quote before putting pen to paper.




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