If you’ve ever looked at your drone footage and thought, “Why doesn’t this look like what I see on Instagram?” (and yes, that’s me too), then there’s something good out there for you. — this course is for you. UAV Coach today launched a new online course called Aerial Photo & Video for Drone Pilots.
What the “Aerial Photo & Video for Drone Pilots” course is all about
This hands-on, step-by-step program is built specifically for drone pilots — not generic photographers. Whether you’re a total beginner or you’ve dabbled with manual settings and are ready to get serious, this course is designed to elevate your drone content from basic to beautiful.
What makes the UAV Coach course different
Most online photography tutorials assume you’re holding a DSLR. But as drone pilots, we’re working with a flying camera — and that’s a whole different beast.
UAV Coach’s Aerial Photo & Video for Drone Pilots is tailored entirely for aerial creators. You’ll learn skills like:
- Drone-specific photo and video settings
- Cinematic flying techniques for smoother shots
- When and how to use intelligent flight modes
- Editing workflows using free tools (like Snapseed and Photopea)
- Pro-level editing using Adobe Lightroom and Premiere Pro
- How to use the DJI Fly app to edit on the go
- And yes… how to shoot a legit hyperlapse
Plus, it includes practical flight exercises so you’re not just watching — you’re doing. Here’s a look at just some of what’s inside:
- Drone Photography Techniques: Composition, angles, ND filters, HDR, panorama, night shots
- Camera Settings Deep-Dive: Aperture, shutter speed, ISO, white balance — all demystified
- Post-Production Made Simple: Step-by-step editing workflows using Snapseed, Photopea, Lightroom, LightCut, and Premiere Pro
- Drone Videography Mastery: Slowing down controls, capturing golden hour, intelligent flight modes, storytelling with music & titles
In fact, the UAV Coach team has allowed me to share a preview lesson, which you can watch right here:
How it compares to other drone photography courses
There are tons of great drone photo and video courses out there. In fact, I reviewed moe than a dozen for my guide to the best online drone photo courses for 2025.
So where doesUAV Coach’s new Aerial Photo & Video for Drone Pilots fit in?
While programs like Drone Adventurer Masterclass+ shine for their personalized coaching and monetization strategies, and Drone Launch Academy’s Aerial Photo Pro is excellent for Lightroom-heavy post-processing, UAV Coach stands out by blending flight-based training with practical editing workflows — all with a focus purely on drones. It’s more hands-on than John Peltier’s theory-rich lessons, more comprehensive than DARTdrones’ quick-hit overview, and significantly more affordable than the $397 Aerial Video A to Z course.
Who should enroll in this course?
This course is for you if you’ve ever said:
- “I have to learn another software—where do I start?”
- “Why does my footage look bad?”
- “I’m not creative enough to take great shots.”
Whether you’re a recreational flyer hoping to improve your Instagram game or a commercial pilot ready to deliver more polished work for clients, this course has the structure, pacing, and content to meet you where you’re at.
It’s most ideal for:
- Drone pilots wanting to get into aerial photography/videography.
- Beginners who feel overwhelmed by scattered YouTube tutorials.
- Flyers looking for editing techniques with both free & pro tools.
- People who want to fly with purpose and capture epic visuals.
That said, I’ve spent the past couple weeks reviewing the course myself, and there are some drone pilots who can skip it. Namely, it might feel redundant for experienced photographers or videographers. That means anyone already fluent in framing, exposure and editing software can skip it.
How to enroll in Aerial Photo & Video for Drone Pilots by UAV Coach (and a limited-time discount)
Aerial Photo & Video for Drone Pilots officially goes live today, that’s April 30, 2025. Even better? UAV Coach is offering an early bird discount to celebrate the launch:
- Launch Date: April 30, 2025
- Early Bird Price: $129 (available April 30–May 14)
- Regular Price: $179 (starting May 15)
This launch discount cannot be combined with other codes.
Enroll in Aerial Photo & Video for Drone Pilots by UAV Coach before May 15 to save $50.
Who is UAV Coach?
If you’ve been in the drone world for any amount of time, chances are you’ve heard of UAV Coach. Founded in 2014 by Alan Perlman, UAV Coach has grown to become one of the most trusted and recognizable names in drone education.
I first learned of them when I was looking to study for my Part 107 test. They’re the coming I used to take (and pass!) the test. I consider them one of the best online Part 107 prep courses out there.
Since then, UAV Coach has grown to offer a robust course library including “The Drone Business Blueprint” which launched last year and targets people looking to build a successful drone business. They also offer more specific job skills through programs like their Drone Mapping Essentials online course
And now, with the launch of their Aerial Photo & Video for Drone Pilots course, they’re expanding into content creation — helping drone pilots not only fly safely, but fly creatively.
Sign up during launch week to save $50. Enroll here.
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