Driven, capable professional with over 20 years of combined experience with Unmanned Aerial Systems, aerial photography, cinematography, geological mapping surveys and inspections. Skilled in working with people of all levels using a proven approach to process improvement. Leverage people management skills to thrive in both individual and team environments. Quick learner with the ability to work in a fast-paced setting both independently and with a team. Seeking to secure a position with an innovative team-driven UAS/Drone organization that will allow for use of knowledge and experience of the remote control industry as an Engineering Director, Content Creator or Pilot. Also open to roles that call upon strong college teaching and instruction skills.

Drones | UAS | LTA | RC Helicopter | Aerial Systems | Efficiency & Safety | Interpersonal Communication | Teaching & Training

Supervision | Organizational Skills | Problem Solving | Procedure Development | Process Improvement | Troubleshooting Customer Service | Relationship Building| Strategic Planning & Analysis | Systems Implementation | Teamwork

Mapping | Waypoints | Orthomosaics | 3D Models | Elevation | NVDI Data | MS Office | Google Drive

         Devise a clear, effective training curriculum for Instructors; oversee all courses schedules and logistics

         Teach and present clear, effective presentations and hands-on drone flying experience for students on subjects such as GIS, Mapping, Advanced Aerial Cinematography and Part 107

         Hold a Part 107 Commercial Remote Pilot License issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

         Leverage knowledge of aeronautical decision making, airspace, battery maintenance, popular flight programs and related applications

         Remain current on industry-related FAA laws, publications and articles

         Communicate and work effectively with others, including the co-founding of one of the first UAS training programs in the U.S.

         Pilot drones or UAS in various sizes; lead all teams, plan missions for safe flights and organize all related logistics

         Create and capture shot lists efficiently to create stunning videos using sound aerial cinematography and shot composition methodologies

         Troubleshoot and diagnose UAS issues in a timely manner, with strong attention to detail

         Remain current with laws, regulations, and aeronautical charts pertaining to UAS

         Garner repeat business from satisfied clients, some of whom represent the most expensive homes in the world

         Lead a culmination of previous aerial photography companies, starting in Northern California circa 2004

         Oversee operations related to aerial photography, cinematography, geological mapping, surveys and inspections; fly a variety of different aerial platforms and flight modes

         Manage data analysis and the deployment of UAS across locations

o   Design and build UAS, as well as plan timelines and flight operations to capture aerial media

o   Also assemble, disassemble, test and troubleshoot UAS

         Confirm that photos and videos are captured using expertise in video downlinks, telemetry radios and RC transmitters

         Pay strong attention to safety and readily adapt to various client requirements

         Travel to work remotely for extended periods of time

         Filmed more than $2.5B in total property listings, including estates owned by Andre Agassi, James Hetfield, Carlos Santana and Robin Williams

         Garner repeat business from satisfied clients, with a full list available upon request

         Designed, built, tested and launched a large heavy-lift UAS; included a repeatable remote deployment system

         Built and piloted the world s first drone-based delivery of a cell network tower

         Noted concerns and devised cutting-edge solutions to intricate technical issues

         Scheduled and coordinated work phases to determine the appropriate approach at the task or project level

         Planned mission and safe flight functions, often leading communication with the local airport

         Facilitated repeatable flight demonstrations for the CEOs of Nokia/Bell Labs, AT&T, along with Silicon Valley executives and the media

         Stayed calm and composed while in stressful, fast-paced team environments.

         Supervised new concepts for classroom implementation of science, technology, and engineering programs for grades K-12, e.g. robotics, digital music production, aeronautics and proportional remote control systems for LEGO

         Created the first proportional remote systems and biofeedback controllers for LEGO education

         Acted as the Lead Instructor and Director for Youth Outreach Programs at the NASA Ames Research Facility

         Created curricula and led new product trainings for Teachers and Administrators to achieve seamless execution of afterschool programs and summer camps

         Crafted, edited and utilized instructional videos to swiftly train personnel; worked effectively with schools Program Directors and other stakeholders to deliver both technical and educational guidance

         Reinforced educational standards and general teaching practices; kept a flexible schedule to increase personal availability for support trainings, meetings and class activities including cutting-edge programs to help expand children s minds

         Managed multiple accounts, projects, and tasks autonomously and with timeliness

         Created and maintained various aerial platform solutions for customers

         Designed, built, tested, and maintained unmanned helicopters and various UAS; specialized in custom builds and prototypes

         Also tested piloted, unmanned helicopters, fixed wing aircraft and large multi-rotor drones

         Identified issues and created innovative solutions for various complex technical problems

         Led demonstrations, training, maintenance, troubleshooting, checklist development, flight operations and technical processes

         Gained acumen in electronics, soldering, wiring, flight controller programming and battery technology e.g. safe charging, discharging and storage of NiCAD, NiMh and Lithium Polymer batteries

         Stayed current on comprehensive technical documents, including the Pilot Operation Handbook, flight manuals and UAS specifications

         Developed prototypes with Ikarus USA as the primary helicopter and airplane mechanic; focused on Electric Flight, First Person View and multi-rotor designs

Bachelor of Arts, Design and Technology, San Francisco State University

Courses, Santa Barbara City College and San Francisco City College

Certificate, AutoCAD Ideate