Gavin Garrison

Gavin Garrison

Gavin Garrison recently returned from shooting six-months’ worth of drone footage on the high seas in the Indian Ocean and the South China Sea. He has produced two seasons of the Emmy-nominated reality show Whale Wars, and is currently working on two new documentary series. Gavin received his master’s degree in film production from the University of Southern California; he is a Samsung Imagelogger and Pond5 Ambassador. You can follow him on Twitter and Instagram @gavingarrison and check out his new IG @dronefortwo.

Inspiration, Pro Tips

The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Producing Unscripted Television

if you have truly authentic content with great characters and meaningful stories, there’s little that can stop you on your journey to bringing it to air.

October 24, 2018 / 709 Shares / Comments

Pro Tips, Reviews

Hands-On Review: DJI’s Ronin-S Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer

The Ronin-S represents a marked step-up from other handheld gimbals on the market, and with numerous accessories on the way, it could be on its way to reigning supreme.

August 31, 2018 / 345 Shares / Comments

Pro Tips, Reviews

Everything You Need to Know About the DJI Mavic Air Drone

DJI’s “ultraportable” drone folds up small enough to fit in your jacket pocket, but it packs a lot of amazing features into that minimal space. Get all the details in our in-depth review.

August 3, 2018 / 767 Shares / Comments

Inspiration, Pro Tips

The Film Before the Film: Creating Concepts With Stock Footage

Not only is creating a concept of your video using stock an incredible pitching tool, but it also streamlines your production by helping you make script, casting, and shot-selection decisions.

May 24, 2018 / 503 Shares / Comments

Inspiration, Pro Tips

How to Approach Nonfiction and Documentary Storytelling for Video

Nonfiction filmmakers are often tempted to just get out and film, then figure out the narrative. As many documentarians can attest, however, this can result in disaster.

May 7, 2018 / 810 Shares / Comments

Education, Pro Tips

5 Editing Techniques Guaranteed to Create Emotional Impact

We humans are designed to experience (and enjoy) a great range of emotion, so buckle up to learn how to tug on those heartstrings and play them like a fiddle.

March 8, 2018 / 1116 Shares / Comments

Education, Inspiration

How DJI Drones Helped Bring Down an Illegal Fishing Operation

Drones became a crucial part of Sea Shepherd’s “Operation Driftnet” campaign, which made history when the Chinese government intervened. Here’s how it happened, and why.

November 11, 2016 / 345 Shares / Comments

Artist Spotlight, Pro Tips

Aerial Cinematography Tips from a Professional Drone Operator

Drones are powerful tools that should be used wisely. “I always tell people that a drone is another tool in your bag of tricks,” says Matt Rodgers. “It’s not meant to take the place of a full-scale, a technocrane, or a dolly.”

November 1, 2016 / 143 Shares / Comments

Education, Inspiration

Drones for Conservation: A DIY Effort to Help Protect the Planet

A low-cost drone that autonomously surveys areas of concern to conservationists can revolutionize the way we monitor and protect our environment. Here’s how one team is working toward that reality.

September 29, 2016 / 1102 Shares / Comments