Services | Drone Operator (Full Time)

Studio52 is searching for an experienced drone pilot. We are in need of someone who has exceptional communication and leadership skills who is responsible and able to work full time. A drone pilot is responsible for operating a drone and making sure it stays on course and landing it safely. Depending on the drone, there will be times that you will need to work a camera.

Your main duties will include maintaining drones, planning flight paths, assembling maps, and gathering data, footage, and digital images. You and the UAS/drone will need to hold a GCAA drone Registration Certificate. Any other certificate applicable to drone pilots is a plus. If you have the skills to work well under pressure or stressful situations, are organized, have excellent mechanical skills, are tech-savvy, detail-oriented, and have great problem-solving skills, then you would be a perfect addition to our company!

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• Check drones before a flight to ensure safe and proper operation
• Analyze weather forecasts to ensure safe flights
• Document pre- and post-flight logs
• Monitor drones during flight
• Plan drone flight routes
• Navigate drones along designated paths
• Gather information or produce aerial photographs, as needed
• Perform equipment testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance

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• Strong communication skills
• Robust problem-solving abilities
• Excellent electronic and mechanical skills
• Expertise in multitasking
• Keen attention to detail
• Visualizing ability to think in 3D
• Excellent pilot skills
• Experience with multiple different types of drones
• Excellent photography and videography skills

Experience:

You and the UAS/drone will need to hold a GCAA drone Registration Certificate and at least 100 hours of flying documented flying experience.

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