You do more than just drone work—you edit, you’re a Mac whiz, and you’re deeply involved in post-production. How has your skill set expanded over the years, and what’s your favorite part of the creative process?

My favorite part of the process is production, being out in the field and actually executing what we set out to do as a team. But over the years, I’ve come to realize how critical pre-production is. That’s where the strategy is built and the vision gets clear. It’s like navigating in the rally, if you don’t know where you’re going or how you plan to get there, you’re going to get lost.

The Rebelle is unpredictable—weather, dust, and vehicles in remote terrain. What’s the biggest challenge when filming the rally, and how do you overcome it?

Filming an event like the Rebelle comes with a lot of challenges, but for me, the biggest one is gear management, especially when it comes to keeping everything charged. As a drone operator, I burn through a ton of batteries. My solution has been to build out my truck with secure gear storage and a power system big enough to keep everything charged while on the move. It’s like a mobile production base!

Unlike staged film productions, everything at the Rebelle happens in real time. How do you anticipate the action and make sure you’re always in the right place at the right time?

If I said we’re always in the right place at the right time, I’d be lying. Some moments are just for the competitors. But what we do capture comes down to preparation and teamwork. Emily, Jimmy, and the course team give us POIs (Points Of Interest), which gives us a solid start. From there, it’s about staying tuned in with the evolving stories of the rally and communicating as a team. That’s how we stay aligned and capture what truly matters.