Corporate Drone Operator

Aquent is proud to partner with a leading global technology company, a true pioneer in innovation, that is revolutionizing industries worldwide. This organization is at the forefront of technological advancement, shaping the future with groundbreaking products and solutions. We are seeking visionary talent to help them tell their compelling story, ensuring their impact is felt and understood across the globe. This role offers a unique opportunity to directly influence how cutting-edge innovations are perceived globally, making a tangible and immediate impact on the company's visual identity.

Are you ready to elevate visual storytelling to new heights? We are seeking a dynamic Freelance Aerial Visual Specialist to join a flexible creative team and make a significant impact on how this pioneering company shares its narrative. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute directly to high-impact corporate communications, bringing a unique aerial perspective to projects that inform and inspire both internal and external audiences. Your expertise will be instrumental in capturing stunning visuals that showcase cutting-edge facilities, transformative technology, and vibrant culture, directly influencing how innovations are perceived globally. You will play a pivotal role in creating a cohesive and professional visual narrative, applying your specialized skills to diverse projects from expansive facility overviews to detailed product demonstrations.

Key Responsibilities

• Capture professional drone video and stills for commercial facility, lab, and campus overviews, providing essential B-roll and supporting imagery for corporate, B2B, and internal communications.
• Execute select product, demonstration, or culture-focused content where aerial perspectives add significant visual impact.
• Plan and execute safe, fully compliant flight operations in and around corporate locations, ensuring strict adherence to all regulations and safety protocols.
• Work closely with internal producers to translate creative briefs into precise aerial shot lists and flight paths, ensuring seamless alignment with the overall project vision.
• Coordinate seamlessly with ground-based camera operators and photographers to ensure aerial assets match the overall visual style and production plan, contributing to a unified final product.
• Deliver clean, stable, color-consistent video footage and stills, ready for immediate post-production integration, maintaining the highest standards of visual excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Active FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (or equivalent required commercial certification).
• Demonstrated commercial/B2B drone portfolio showcasing stable, professionally composed video and still photography, reflecting a high level of technical skill and artistic vision.
• Comprehensive knowledge of airspace regulations, local flight restrictions, safety protocols, and risk assessment, ensuring all operations are conducted responsibly.
• Proven ability to take direction on set and work efficiently within corporate creative guidelines, fostering a productive and collaborative environment.
• Ability to work on-site, pass a background check, and obtain a site badge, demonstrating reliability and trustworthiness.

Preferred Qualifications

• Local presence with flexibility to support short-notice on-site shoots as production schedules change.
• Experience collaborating on sets alongside ground camera and grip teams to match lighting, color, and framing stylistically, enhancing visual consistency.
• Familiarity with corporate production environments (live events, town halls, marketing shoots, or technical facilities).
• Basic working knowledge of NLE software (Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve) to understand downstream post-production handoff requirements.