Background
Sky Revolutions was recently approached by Concord College, a highly respected independent day and boarding school located in Shrewsbury, UK. With a picturesque 80-acre campus bustling with activity, Concord College needed an experienced, accredited drone photography and video company to support three important upcoming projects.
Project objectives
Concord College aimed to achieve the following through aerial photography and videography:
- Capture stunning visuals to support a messaging campaign for their popular summer school and university preparation courses.
- Produce promotional footage for the main academic term.
- Create content for an ambitious 360-degree virtual tour to enhance the school’s outreach to prospective students and their families.
Challenges and solutions
With many students living on campus and others visiting daily, maintaining the safety of staff and students was paramount during the aerial photography sessions. Sky Revolutions, as one of the longest-standing operators in the field, was chosen for its comprehensive training, accreditations, and extensive experience in ensuring safety. Operations Manager Steve Kessack led the two scheduled photoshoots, implementing rigorous safety protocols.
The footage needed to effectively communicate the layout of the grounds, spatial relationships between buildings, and the vibrant atmosphere of daily life at Concord College. Sky Revolutions leveraged its expertise in aerial photography, focusing on angles, distances, camera settings, and image resolutions to convey the school’s energy. The team understood the importance of highlighting how staff and students interact with the facilities.
With families traveling from around the globe, Concord College needed an interactive way to showcase the campus when in-person visits were not feasible. Sky Revolutions provided high-quality video and 360-degree panoramic imagery, allowing for the development of an immersive virtual tour that gave families a realistic sense of campus life. This innovation helped bridge the gap for prospective students who could not physically attend an open day.
Methodology
Initial planning and coordination: Discussions were held with Concord College to clarify the objectives and specific footage required. This collaborative approach ensured alignment between the client’s vision and the final deliverables.
Site visits and safety assessments: A thorough risk assessment was conducted prior to the shoots, and all safety measures were communicated to the staff and students on campus.
Aerial filming: During the two-day shoot, Sky Revolutions employed advanced drone technology to capture high-resolution images and video footage. The crew focused on:
- Aerial shots of the campus layout.
- Dynamic footage of students and staff engaging in activities to highlight the school environment.
- Creating interactive 360-degree panoramas to enhance the virtual tour experience.
Post-production editing: The aerial footage was edited to create a compelling narrative, complemented by motion graphics and informative overlays to emphasise key messages.
Results
The collaboration between Sky Revolutions and Concord College resulted in a stunning array of aerial photography, video content, and 360-degree interactive shots that captured the essence of the campus. The school was thrilled with the final output, describing the 360-degree aerial photography as “amazing.”
Sky Revolutions’ innovative approach helped Concord College present its offerings in a modern and engaging way, streamlining the decision-making process for prospective students and their families.
Conclusion
Working with Concord College on this project underscored the impact of high-quality aerial photography in enhancing educational outreach and marketing efforts. Sky Revolutions is committed to delivering exceptional aerial solutions that meet the unique needs of its clients.
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