Top 3 Things to Look for in a Drone Photographer

Guillermo Wenzel
2 min readApr 18, 2021

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When it comes to drone photography, you’ll want to make sure you made the right choice.

Just thinking about a drone crashing, somebody getting hurt, or spending hundreds of dollars on a set of photos that you didn’t actually like, makes anyone start having second thoughts.

We know how important this decision is, that’s why today we share with you the top 3 requirements you should be looking for when hiring an aerial photographer.

Miami Design District — Photo by Drone Sky Visuals

1. A FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.

These days basically anyone can have a drone, and anyone can learn how to take off and take some pics here and there.

But, did you know that in order to get your FAA Part 107 Certification you have to go through a test that requires about half the knowledge of a commercial pilot?

Yes, in order to be a professional drone pilot you need to study and practice a lot. This ensures that the person who is charging you for a service is able to maneuver the drone in different situations, knows which factors can be risky, and whether it’s advisable to proceed with a flight or not.

2. Insurance.

Flying a drone has its risks, both for people surrounding the flying area and the assets used to perform the shot.

It is extremely important that the photographer you’re hiring is aware of all of the risks, knows how to react to different circumstances and has liability insurance.

This will show that you are working with a professional pilot, who is serious about their equipment and the safety of his clients.

3. A Portfolio.

Aerial photography can be used in a lot of different industries, for a lot of different purposes.

That’s why it’s so important for you to check if the photographer has done any previous work that relates to the one that you need, and if they have a portfolio to back it up.

This will give you an idea of how your photos and videos will look like at the end of the process, and it will help you decide whether that photographer fits your requirements and expectations or not.

All in one, being cost-efficient, quick and safe, drone photography is an excellent way to obtain great results.

Luckily, our company checks all of the boxes mentioned before.

So, if you’d like to know more about drone photography services, don’t hesitate to contact us at www.droneskyvisuals.com!

Aerial Photographs of Miami — Photos by Drone Sky Visuals

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Guillermo Wenzel

Owner and photographer of Drone Sky Visuals, dedicated to capturing striking perspectives and remarkable digital media for businesses in different industries.