Drone Videographer

Degree/Diploma in Film, Cinematography, Media Production, Multimedia, or a related field

Pinnacle Infotech is a global BIM and engineering solutions company with over 30 years of experience, delivering innovative technology-driven solutions to clients worldwide.

We are looking for a skilled

to join our Studio team in Dubai.

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in aerial cinematography, ground videography, photography, and video post-production.

The role involves capturing high-quality visual content for aviation, infrastructure, engineering, and construction projects, ensuring safe drone operations and delivering compelling footage for project documentation, corporate films, and stakeholder presentations.

• Plan and execute aerial filming, ground videography, and photography for facilities, construction progress, corporate events, and project milestones.
• Develop shot lists and filming plans based on project briefs, coordinating site access, schedules, and filming requirements with relevant stakeholders.
• Obtain necessary drone flight permissions and filming approvals before operations, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and site safety requirements.
• Operate and maintain professional drone and camera equipment, assessing weather and site conditions to ensure safe filming operations.
• Edit and produce high-quality videos, including colour correction, sound treatment, titles, transitions, and final exports.
• Capture consistent project progress footage and maintain organised, dated media archives, backups, and production records.
• Collaborate with the Studio Manager and creative team to develop corporate films, presentations, and integrated visual content.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality footage and completed productions in line with project requirements.

• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in videography, cinematography, or media production, including professional drone filming.
• Degree or diploma in Film, Cinematography, Media Production, Multimedia, or a related discipline.
• Strong portfolio or showreel demonstrating aerial cinematography, ground filming, editing quality, and individual contribution.
• Relevant drone pilot qualifications and the ability to work within applicable flight regulations, operational approvals, and site permissions.
• Proficiency in camera operation, exposure, composition, camera movement, lighting, audio capture, and media management.
• Hands-on experience in video editing and colour grading using Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or equivalent professional tools.
• Working knowledge of Adobe After Effects and Photoshop is an advantage.
• Strong communication, coordination, and time-management skills, with the ability to work independently on location.
• Ability to manage production schedules, respond to changing site conditions, and meet deadlines.

• Experience working in the UAE media or production industry.
• Exposure to aviation, infrastructure, construction, engineering, or corporate communications projects.
• Experience documenting long-term construction progress and producing project-based visual reports.
• Familiarity with professional drone systems, camera stabilisation, and advanced cinematography techniques.

Candidates who own suitable professional production equipment are preferred.

This may include:

• Professional camera drone and ground camera.
• Camera lenses and stabilisation equipment, including gimbals.
• Professional microphones and audio recording equipment.
• Lighting equipment, batteries, memory cards, and storage devices.

Candidates should provide an equipment list detailing specifications and availability.

Equipment usage and associated terms will be discussed during the recruitment process.

Equipment ownership does not replace the requirement for applicable drone flight permissions and site approvals.

Interested candidates should submit the following:

• Updated CV.
• Portfolio or showreel showcasing aerial and ground videography.
• Examples highlighting individual contributions to filming, editing, colour grading, and final production.
• Details of relevant drone pilot qualifications and certifications.
• List of equipment owned, including key specifications and availability.
• Software proficiency, notice period, and availability to join.