David Goodwin
UAV Pilot And Professional Aviation Flight Technology Student
Detroit,MI
Summary
Professional aviator with strong background in flight operations and navigation. Proven track record in ensuring safety, precision, and efficiency in various flight environments. Highly skilled in cockpit management, emergency procedures, and advanced aeronautical decision-making. Known for teamwork, adaptability, and consistently achieving mission-critical results. As a professional drone pilot for 6 years in the insurance and real estate industries, I have experience navigating FAA approval procedures for operating in restricted airspace near major airports and military bases.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
UAV Pilot
Michigan Aerial Photography
03.2019 - Current
- Commercial insurance property underwriting and claims inspections.
- Real estate marketing video and photography.
- Frequent coordination with FAA restricted airspace approval procedures to ensure safe and legal operations.
- Actively committed to safety by practicing rigorous flight planning routines.
Digital Communications Specialist
Domino's
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Developed high-energy video content to communicate software innovation project status to Board of Directors and investors.
Graphic and Video Designer
Meridian Health Plan
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Supported the Communications team to actively coordinate the development and approval of corporate, market-specific, and client-specific video design
- Worked with C-suite executives to film and edit internal company-wide video updates
Freelance Video/Motion Graphics
Freelance Video/Motion Graphics
09.2010 - 02.2019
- Creating animated, motion graphics and live video content for clients: Ford Motor Company, Hasbro, Marriott, Cisco, and more - with strong client satisfaction rate
- Produced weekly live interview and animated video content for Greater Grace Temple, Detroit
Art Director/Producer
Gunwerks
11.2011 - 06.2013
- Write instructional and science segments, produce, serve as camera operator, edit, and create all motion graphics for 3 seasons of 'Long Range Pursuit' on Sportsman Channel & WildTV
- Fabricate and texture accurate 3D product models based on digital engineering data
- Design digital still and motion graphics to be used in print, web, and broadcast advertisements
Education
No Degree - Animation
College For Creative Studies
Detroit, MIBachelor of Science - Aviation Flight Technology
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI04-2026
Skills
- Comprehensive flight planning
- Weather planning
- Effective communication
- Understanding of FAA compliance
- Airspace coordination
- Emergency procedures
- Crew resource management
- Proficient in stress management
- Demonstrated professional conduct
Certification
FAA Part 107
Timeline
FAA Private Pilot
06-2025
FAA Medical Certificate
08-2022
Digital Communications Specialist
Domino's
01.2022 - 05.2022
UAV Pilot
Michigan Aerial Photography
03.2019 - Current
FAA Part 107
03-2019
Graphic and Video Designer
Meridian Health Plan
02.2019 - 03.2020
Art Director/Producer
Gunwerks
11.2011 - 06.2013
Freelance Video/Motion Graphics
Freelance Video/Motion Graphics
09.2010 - 02.2019
No Degree - Animation
College For Creative Studies
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Flight Technology
Eastern Michigan University
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