### Key Takeaways
– **Collaboration**: DJI teams up with National Geographic for an aerial photography contest.
– **Open Participation**: The contest invites both amateur and professional photographers, including first-time drone users.
– **Exciting Prizes**: Winners will receive a DJI Mavic Pro drone, a powerful tool for capturing stunning aerial imagery.
– **Global Opportunity**: DJI introduces a drone rental program open to participants worldwide.
– **Creative Exploration**: The initiative aims to inspire travelers and outdoor enthusiasts to take their photography skills to new heights.
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### DJI Partners with National Geographic for Aerial Photography Contest
**Unleashing Creativity Through the Lens of Aerial Technology**
DJI, renowned for its pioneering advancements in civilian drones and aerial imaging technology, has launched an exciting aerial photography contest in partnership with National Geographic. This contest, designed to encourage creativity and exploration, is set to take place on Instagram from September 5 to October 31—open to residents of the United States and Canada.
**A Contest for Everyone**
The aerial photography contest welcomes contributions from all enthusiasts, whether they are seasoned photographers or first-time drone users. Participants are invited to capture and share their best aerial images by posting them on their Instagram accounts with the hashtags **#MyMavicContest** and **#NatGeoTravel**. At the end of the contest, National Geographic’s photo editors will select the top five entries, with each winner receiving a **DJI Mavic Pro**, a foldable and powerful camera drone that embodies DJI’s innovative flight technology.
> “We are very excited to work with National Geographic to help more people experience the fun of aerial technology and offer them a unique perspective of the world from above,” said Danny Zheng, Vice President of Marketing at DJI. “This photo contest, coupled with our rental program, is a fantastic way to inspire travelers and outdoor enthusiasts to unleash their creativity and explore the limitless potential of aerial photography.”
**Drone Rental Program for Aspiring Creatives**
In tandem with the contest, DJI is also rolling out a global drone rental program. Kicking off from September 5 until October 31, this initiative enables users to sign up online for a chance to borrow the DJI Mavic Pro for two weeks. This flexible program allows participants to take the drone wherever they go, fostering inspiration for their next aerial capture. For those interested, more information can be found at [DJI’s rental program site](https://events.dji.com/mavicfreerental).
### National Geographic’s Legacy in Photography
In highlighting this partnership, Con Apostolopoulos, Vice President and General Manager of National Geographic Partners, stated, “National Geographic has been proud to help pioneer the field of photography ever since our first published picture in 1905. Since that day, we’ve supported endeavors that push the boundaries of human potential and open new perspectives for our audience—all while championing technologies that have a meaningful impact. We are excited to collaborate with DJI on this innovative aerial initiative.”
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### Contest and Rental Program Overview
**Details of the Aerial Photography Contest (United States and Canada)**
– **Duration**: September 5, 2017 – October 31, 2017
– **Award Announcement**: Winners will be announced on November 13, 2017.
– **How to Enter**: Participants should upload their best DJI Mavic Pro images on Instagram with the hashtags **#MyMavicContest** and **#NatGeoTravel**.
– **Prizes**: Five selected winners will each receive a DJI Mavic Pro.
For additional information regarding the photo contest, please visit [National Geographic’s contest page](http://www.nationalgeographic.com/mymaviccontest/).
**Details of the Drone Rental Program (Worldwide)**
– **Program Duration**: September 5, 2017 – October 31, 2017
– **Application Process**: Interested users can apply online to participate.
To learn more about the free rental program, visit [DJI’s rental program link](https://events.dji.com/mavicfreerental).
