Shortly after passing my Part 107 license exam (2022), I made the decision to return to school with the aim of enhancing my skills and knowledge as a licensed drone operator. Throughout the semester, I had the valuable opportunity to collaborate with various drones, software programs, and industry professionals. The drones utilized included the DJI models: Mavic 2 Pro, Mavic 2 Thermal, Mavic 3, Phantom 4 Multispectral, Air 2S, Matric300 RTK, Matric300 RTK Zenmuse H20T, and Inspire 2, as well as the Autel EVO and SwellPro SplashDrone 4. The software programs employed encompassed Pix4D, Drone Deploy, ArcGIS Pro, Map Pilot Pro, Air Control, B4UFLY, and UAV Forecast.

As a dedicated learner in Drone Technology, I actively engaged in diverse projects that honed my skills and expanded my expertise. Since the semester ended (May 2023) I was hired for a few professional projects:

Teaching Assistant
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Jun 2023
-Helped lead a comprehensive drone workshop -developed by the National Science Foundation, in collaboration with Southwestern College- for high school and college professors aimed at integrating drones into their curriculum
- Developed and implemented drone flight lesson plans, ensuring effective instruction and engagement
- Orchestrated the setup and organization of equipment, ensuring smooth operations throughout the workshop
- Expertly troubleshooted drone software and mechanical errors, swiftly resolving issues to minimize downtime
- Provided guidance and support to participants, delivering valuable insights and assistance whenever needed

Volunteer UAV Pilot
California Wolf Center
Jun 2023
- Worked with a team from SWC to shoot a series of drone videos for a promotional piece for the California wolf Center
- Completed mission planning for site
- Assisted in creative development for drone shots
- Flew a Mavic 3 Pro for a series of promotional video clips
- Monitored weather patterns and airspace limits
- Worked as a Visual Observer for other pilots

Volunteer UAV Pilot
Southwestern Community College District
May 2023
Southwestern College Commencement Ceremony, 2023
- Operated various drones, including the DJI Mavic 3, DJI Mavic 2 Zoom, and the Dual Operator DJI Inspire 2, for the 2023 Southwestern College commencement ceremony
- Assumed the role of both drone pilot and visual observer, ensuring safe and accurate flight operations throughout the event
- Collaborated with the team to develop a shot list and actively participated in creative decision-making processes
- Demonstrated strong piloting skills and maintained a high level of professionalism during the event