Jason Schultz
Jason is a highly skilled professional drone pilot and camera operator with 9 years of experience. As the founder of PDS Media, established in 2017, Jason brings a wealth of expertise to every project.
Jason has a keen eye for capturing stunning visuals from unique perspectives, seamlessly blending aerial cinematography with traditional filmmaking techniques. With a deep understanding of both drone technology and cinematic storytelling, Jason crafts breathtaking sequences that elevate productions to new heights.
A Local 600 camera operator, Jason is proficient in high-end cinematography with a strong command of Arri, Red, Sony and DJI Systems. His impressive portfolio includes work on numerous feature films, television shows, and music videos.
SPENCER VALDEZ
Spencer's Aviation career started in 2003 with him flying at the age of 14 at his local airport in Tennessee. After getting his pilot's license at 17, he quickly attained his instrument, commercial and helicopter ratings.
He started his first business at the age of 15 by turning his hobby of remote controlled aircraft into an aerial photography venture by flying cameras on his R/C helicopters or more commonly referred to back then as Helicams.
With over 20+ years of unmanned aircraft piloting experience, Spencer has operated UAVs all over the world for cinematic projects with companies such as BBC, CBS, Discovery, Fox Sports, HBO, National Geographic, Warner Bros, Paramount Pictures, Netflix and Amazon just to name a few.
The MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America) selected Spencer to work with the FAA to help write the regulations for commercial UAV operations (Section 333 now Part 107) because of his extensive knowledge and experience as a UAV pilot. His technical contributions to the use of UAV's in the film and broadcast industry won his ventures Emmy Award for Technology and Engineering Unmanned Aircraft in 2017.