Saturday, October 21, 2017

An Introduction To Aerial Cinematography Canada

By Angela Graham


It is no secret that the film production industry has benefited a lot from the technological innovation in filming witnessed over the years. Not so long ago, a film producer had to capture one angled shots from the ground as there was no technology for aerial filming. These days, drones have brought a new reality. Owing to the newfound fascination and benefits of this technology, there are several firms that offer aerial cinematography Canada.

Clients hire them for a plethora of reasons. A typical client may be a well known media house looking for a vantage point from which it can air live broadcasts. In addition, modern TV shows and movies are filmed from different angles using drones. Other noteworthy sectors that routinely require this kind of filming include the music production industry, land surveying and advertising.

The equipment assigned to your project will depend on the nature of the work involved. For example, a simple feature film, commercial or TV show may require low altitude equipment. On the other hand, a survey of a massive tract of land would be best covered using high altitude equipment. The requirements you bring to the table are what will ultimately guide the firm when assigning equipment.

One mistake that some clients make when hiring is choosing to work with companies that are not TCCA approved. The TCCA is an institution charged with licensing drone operating companies and individuals. For this reason, you should ensure the company you hire is licensed to fly filming drones.

Another crucial consideration to bear in mind is insurance. In case you plan to get a lease on the equipment for example, ensure it is all insured. Such equipment is bound to cost an arm and a leg. In the event you damage one, it would be a financial relief to have insurance cover the cost of replacement.

During your vetting of service providers, you should check whether the company you prefer hires qualified drone operators or pilots. Some companies only require their employees to pass written tests. An inexperienced person is likely to do sub par work and give you zero value for money. The best companies always employ experienced and licensed personnel.

Once licensed, a firm is often given permission to offer its services over a specific geographical region. For example, you may be fined or imprisoned for filming over Toronto while your licensing details indicate you should film in another area. To avoid trouble with the authorities, ask about this aspect before reaching an agreement with your service provider.

The cameras that many companies use to film are often household names. They include the Red Dragon, Black Magic 4K Production Camera, Alexa Mini, Red Raven and the Red Weapon 8K S35. You are likely to come across these cameras as long as you deal with a reputable firm.

The fee you pay will be determined by your scope of work. Complex projects like documentaries usually cost more to film than commercials. In this regard, ask the firm to give you a quote in advance.




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