Freelance Drone Operators

STUDIO MYNZ SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 83,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible project-based work

Competitive remuneration

Travel across Singapore

Job summary

Studio Mynz Singapore is seeking passionate, skilled Freelance Drone Operators to join our events team on a project basis. This role focuses solely on drone operations and capturing high-quality aerial footage for weddings, corporate events, and productions; no editing is required.

You must own a professional camera drone and have strong flight, framing and cinematic movement skills. Expect flexible project-based assignments across Singapore, with weekends and holidays as needed, and

Qualifications

• Experience operating drones for weddings/events/commercial productions.
• Must own and be proficient in operating a professional camera drone.
• Strong understanding of flight, framing, and cinematic movement.
• Able to travel across Singapore.
• Comply with CAAS permits and venue restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Operate drones safely and professionally for events and productions.
• Capture high-quality aerial footage of venues, crowds, and key moments.
• Plan and execute smooth, cinematic drone movements.
• Arrive punctually and ensure all equipment is prepared.
• Follow aviation and venue requirements for drone operations.
• Coordinate with photographers, videographers, and event staff.
• Back up and hand over RAW footage after assignments.

Skills

Drone operation

Cinematography

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Punctuality

Tools

Professional drone hardware

Job description

We are looking for passionate, skilled, and reliable Freelance Drone Operators to join our growing team on a project basis. This role focuses solely on drone operations and capturing high-quality aerial footage for events and productions. No editing is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate drones safely and professionally for assigned events and productions.
• Capture high-quality aerial footage, including venue exteriors, establishing shots, crowd scenes, surroundings, and key event moments where appropriate.
• Plan and execute smooth, stable and cinematic drone movements.
• Arrive punctually and ensure all drone equipment is fully prepared and operational.
• Follow all applicable Singapore aviation and venue requirements for drone operations.
• Coordinate closely with photographers, videographers, assistants, and event coordinators.
• Ensure all captured footage meets Studio Mynz's quality standards.
• Safely back up and hand over all RAW drone footage after the assignment.

Requirements

• Prior experience operating drones for weddings, events, commercial productions, or other professional projects.
• Must own and be proficient in operating a professional camera drone.
• Strong understanding of drone flight, framing, composition, exposure, focus, and cinematic movement.
• Ability to capture smooth and visually engaging aerial footage.
• Good understanding of safe drone operation and situational awareness.
• Professional, punctual, and dependable.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Willing to work weekends, evenings, and public holidays when required.
• Able to travel to various event locations across Singapore.
• Must be able to comply with applicable CAAS requirements, permits, and venue restrictions where required.

Mandatory Equipment

Applicants must own:

• Professional camera drone suitable for commercial/event filming
• At least 3-4 fully charged batteries suitable for the expected assignment
• Spare propellers
• Suitable drone controller and charging equipment
• High-speed memory cards suitable for the drone's recording format
• Carrying case/bag for safe transportation

What We Offer

• Flexible project-based assignments
• Competitive hourly or event-based remuneration
• Opportunities to work across weddings, corporate events, family celebrations, and commercial projects
• Opportunities to capture a variety of aerial productions across Singapore
• A supportive and professional team environment
• No editing responsibilities - all post-production is managed by our in-house editing team.