Drone Cinematography Masterclass – 4-Hour Casual & Hands-On Session
📍 Eaton Manor Rugby Club, E11 2JA
🗓 Held Monthly – Limited Spaces Available
🎥 Run by Fifth Eye Crew – www.fiftheyecrew.co.uk
💰 Cost: £200
Learn Drone Cinematography with an Industry-Driven Approach
This informal, hands-on masterclass is designed for film and TV professionals who want to explore the fundamentals of drone cinematography in a casual, no-pressure environment—with an approach tailored specifically to filmmaking.
Led by industry professionals with over 15 years of experience, we’ve worked on major feature films, scripted and unscripted TV, and high-end productions across the globe. We take a cinematic-first approach, focusing on how drones can enhance storytelling, elevate production value, and integrate seamlessly into real-world film & TV workflows.
We always fly in manual mode, giving you full control over the camera and movement to achieve cinematic, dynamic, and professional-quality aerial shots.
No prior drone experience? No problem. This session is all about giving it a go, learning through hands-on practice, and having fun while improving your skills.
📖 What You’ll Learn
🛠 Drone Basics & Pre-Flight Setup
• Intro to DJI Mavic & Professional Drones – What they can do and how to use them
• Filmmaking-Focused Drone Workflows – How drones fit into on-set production
• UK Drone Laws & Safety – The key rules you need to know
• Pre-Flight Setup – Simple steps to get up and flying smoothly
🎬 Cinematic Drone Movements & Framing
• Manual Flying Techniques – Full control over drone movement for professional shots
• Classic Cinematic Shots – Reveals, tracking shots, orbits & flyovers
• Framing & Composition – How to make aerial shots visually stunning
• Drone Shots for Different Genres – Scripted, documentary, commercials & more
📡 Advanced Flying & On-Set Workflow
• Mastering Manual Flight – No beginner flight modes, full creative control
• Dynamic Camera Moves – FPV-style shots, parallax moves & low-altitude tracking
• On-Set Troubleshooting – Dealing with wind, obstacles & last-minute changes
• Shooting in Extreme Locations – Insights from worldwide drone cinematography
🎞 Live Shooting & Playback
• Filming in a Real Production Scenario – Capturing usable, professional footage
• Review & Feedback – Watch back your shots with guidance from the team
• Editing & Post-Production Considerations – Simple tips for making footage look even better
🎯 Who Should Come Along?
This session is for anyone in the film, TV, or media industry who wants to experiment with drones in a fun, informal setting while learning techniques that apply directly to professional productions:
🎥 Camera Operators & Cinematographers – Try your hand at aerial filming
🎬 Directors & Producers – See how drones can enhance production value
📍 Location Scouts & Managers – Discover the advantages of drone surveys
💡 VFX & Post-Production Teams – Capture aerial plates for CGI and editing
🎟 Course Details
✅ Duration: 4 hours
✅ Cost: £200
✅ Equipment Provided: DJI Mavic drones (or bring your own)
✅ Skill Level: Beginner – No prior drone experience needed
✅ Atmosphere: Informal, hands-on & relaxed
✅ Industry-Driven Approach: Learn from experienced professionals with major film & TV credits
✅ Limited Spots: Small group size for plenty of flying time
🚀 No lectures, no pressure—just a chance to fly, experiment, and have fun while learning real-world drone cinematography. Sign up now!