Full Name
Michael Martin
Job Title
Transport Canada Flight Reviewer
Company
RPAS CENTRE
Speaker Bio
Michael J Martin is a pilot of fixed wing aircraft as well as a holder of three drone certificates – Basic, Advanced, and Flight Reviewer. He worked in the film and broadcast technology industry for 31 years. He holds numerous diplomas, degrees, and certifications, including one in Film and Photography Studies. He is an active drone pilot and instructor. He served on the SMPTE Toronto Section Board of Governors for 16 years and has received two accommodations for outstanding service to the society
Speaking At
TTC 2021 Speaker Type
Roundtable
Topic and Description
Roundtable Topic: Drone Photography
Description: The technological advancements in drones has evolved rapidly and as the sophistication develops with greater range, better quality, safer flight characteristics, and ease of use, these camera platforms can be used by anyone for capturing stunning still images and compelling B-roll for corporate media, industrial productions, science and big data gathering, television news, episodic productions, and feature films. Yet, there are still so many issues that must be addressed before you can pilot your Remotely Piloted Aircraft System or RPAS. Transport Canada and various policing organizations are now extra diligent to protect the public and Canadian airspace from unqualified operators. New laws dictate a far more professional approach to operating drones commercially in Canada. As a creative tool, RPAS offer stunning images and unique perspectives for SMPTE members to record new footage for integration into their storytelling.
In this topic, we will briefly discuss:
• Creative Aspects
• Technical Aspects
• Still Imagery
• Video Recording
• Resolution
• Colourimetry
• Drones
• Cameras
• Transport Canada Licencing"
Description: The technological advancements in drones has evolved rapidly and as the sophistication develops with greater range, better quality, safer flight characteristics, and ease of use, these camera platforms can be used by anyone for capturing stunning still images and compelling B-roll for corporate media, industrial productions, science and big data gathering, television news, episodic productions, and feature films. Yet, there are still so many issues that must be addressed before you can pilot your Remotely Piloted Aircraft System or RPAS. Transport Canada and various policing organizations are now extra diligent to protect the public and Canadian airspace from unqualified operators. New laws dictate a far more professional approach to operating drones commercially in Canada. As a creative tool, RPAS offer stunning images and unique perspectives for SMPTE members to record new footage for integration into their storytelling.
In this topic, we will briefly discuss:
• Creative Aspects
• Technical Aspects
• Still Imagery
• Video Recording
• Resolution
• Colourimetry
• Drones
• Cameras
• Transport Canada Licencing"
