New Media Systems, Inc. is based in Richmond, VA and is known for beautiful aerial and ground level photos shot from unique perspectives. With years of experience in Aerial Photography, Aerial Video and Web Site Development, we lead the pack by setting the standards and using State-of-the-Art equipment, computers and aircraft.

Members of the Professional Aerial Photographers Association & National Press Photographers Association, we are composed of trained media professionals. Our company strives to help each client fully benefit from our media presence. Our clients receive individual attention and unparalleled service from a team of customer service specialists, trained photographers, experienced programmers, and graphic designers. Our goal is to provide each customer with a unique customized media solution.

New Media Systems, Inc. services the entire Mid-Atlantic Region and beyond. Just recently, we completed a 5 month project in Texas and Florida with the US Navy flying out in the Gulf of Mexico. We are well recognized for our commitment to be accessible, loyal and responsive to our customers. Feel free to contact us anytime so we can discuss a Media Solution to meet your business's needs.

New Media Systems, Inc. is also a Member of the Department of Minority Business Enterprise / SWAM Vendor.
Certification Number: S-5606

RICHARD MACDONALD - Director of Photography / Cineflex Operator
As a child, Richard was always fascinated with helicopters and airplanes. While attending his freshman year at a local college, he realized his interest and affinity for still photography. As a result, he started working at a studio specializing in Aerial Photography. Richard started in customer service, then worked his way up to Senior Photographer within 4 years. During those 4 years, he became proficient in all aerial photography and site location techniques, as well as the WESCAM Video system. Richard has traveled as far north as Boston and as far south as Florida including Texas and California executing a wide variety of photography and video projects. Richard's former supervisor was once quoted as saying, "It took me 18 years to learn aerial photography but it took me 4 years to teach it to you."

Finally in late 1999, Richard resigned from his position at the studio and decided to continue his education at Professional Resource Management, where he added web site design, computer networking and database management to his growing list of professional and creative skills. As he neared graduation from PRM, Richard was approached by Whit Baldwin of HeloAir with an offer to become HeloAir's exclusive photographer and WESCAM Operator. Richard accepted Whit's offer without hesitation and immediately founded his own company specializing in Aerial Photography and creative design services. With Baldwin's knowledge in business and aviation, he was able to help Richard navigate the hurdles that arise when young entrepreneurs decide to start a new business venture.

In 2011, Richard partnered with Aerial FilmWorks out of Charlotte, NC to become one of only a few Cineflex Operators and Technicians in the area. Ron Chapple has traveled the world working on projects with the Discovery Channel, National Geographic, Sporting Events and with his expertise, is now teaching Richard to become a better Aerial Videographer and Cineflex Operator.

Over 12 years later, Richard has logged over 4,500 hours flying missions and is a Pilot himself. Through his affiliation with HeloAir, Aerial FilmWorks and other clients, he has enjoyed the unique opportunity to engage in a variety of exciting aerial photography and video projects around the world.