Certified Drone Operator

About the role

Buzzer Fan, part of Buzzer, a social media platform connecting fans and sports, is hiring a full-time Certified Drone Operator in Dubai. The operator captures aerial footage and photos at sports events and other productions, planning and flying safe, compliant missions on site to deliver cinematic aerial shots for content and live broadcasts.

Key responsibilities

• Fly drones at sports events, venues and shoots to capture aerial video and photos
• Plan flights, check airspace and secure the required permits and approvals before each shoot
• Run pre-flight checks, risk assessments and safety briefings
• Work with the director, videographer and editor to get the shots each production needs
• Provide live aerial feeds for broadcasts when required
• Maintain, calibrate and troubleshoot drones, batteries and accessories
• Keep flight logs, safety documentation and footage organised
• Support the wider content production team on shoots and projects as needed

Required profile

• Valid UAE drone pilot licence/certification and familiarity with local aviation, airspace and privacy regulations
• 2+ years of professional drone operation, with a showreel of aerial work
• Available to work on-site at events, often outdoors, with flexible availability including evenings, weekends and off days

Required skills

• Strong flying skills, including smooth cinematic movement and tracking moving subjects
• Solid understanding of flight safety, risk assessment and emergency procedures
• Good camera knowledge, including exposure, framing and composition from the air
• Nice to have: experience filming sports or live events, live drone feeds into broadcast or streaming, FPV drone experience, ground camera or photography skills, UAE driving licence and own car

To apply, send your CV, a copy or details of your drone certification and a showreel of your aerial work.