When it comes to drones, my priorities are simple:
Safety. Education. Some incredible imagery.
Scroll to see examples of my published drone imagery and work in drone education/outreach.
I have been a Part 107 licensed drone pilot since Nov. 2018.
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EDUCATION AND OUTREACH
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2022 FAA Drone Safety Day - Panelist
In 2022, I was invited to serve as a panelist for FAA Drone Safety with the FAA Drone Guy, Kevin Morris. I participated in the conversation alongside Pilot Institute's Greg Reverdiau and Alina George, Program Manager in the FAA’s Drone Integration Office.
Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc. (ASA) Remote Pilot Ground School - Instructor and Script Writer/Editor
I was invited by Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc. (ASA) to serve as an instructor for their Remote Pilot Ground School course. I contributed to scripting for the instructional videos and consultation on instruction topics, in addition to travel to Seattle for extensive filming in creation of the on-air instructional videos.
Missouri School of Journalism
At the University of Missouri, I served as one of two primary student pilots for the Missouri School of Journalism's Aerial Journalism Program. As an instructor, I co-lead a drone journalism class of 20+ students per semester, teaching knowledge and practical skills needed to become FAA-certified pilots. The class consisted of both a lecture and a flight lab, where I conducted one-on-one flight instruction with students.
In addition to the primary course, I served as a pilot and instructor for an annual Strategic Communications course - where students served as directors of their own commercials while I operated the drone and advised on how they might achieve their desired images. During the summer semesters, I led a drone journalism class for high school students from across the U.S. as part of the Missouri University Journalism Workshop.
In addition to the primary course, I served as a pilot and instructor for an annual Strategic Communications course - where students served as directors of their own commercials while I operated the drone and advised on how they might achieve their desired images. During the summer semesters, I led a drone journalism class for high school students from across the U.S. as part of the Missouri University Journalism Workshop.
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WRITING
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Women Who Drone - Contributing Writer and Featured Pilot
Click the images to read the published articles.
I was featured in Women Who Drone for a pilot spotlight and contributed a number of articles to the site, including spotlights on women in the drone industry and articles highlighting advancements in drone uses.
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AERIAL JOURNALISM & CINEMATOGRAPHY
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My drone photography/cinematography has been featured in a variety of news outlets and publications, including the Columbia Missourian, University of Missouri Student Affairs, University of Missouri Department of Athletics and RJI Online. My work on KBIA's "Paul Pepper and Friends" was included in an episode that was recognized in the 42nd annual Telly Awards, bringing national recognition to students, alumni, faculty and staff. The win is in the non-broadcast category.
