A template for drone pilots who capture the world from above.
Drone operators (also called UAS pilots) fly unmanned aircraft for commercial purposes — aerial photography and film, infrastructure inspection, surveying and mapping, search and rescue, and agriculture. The role involves pre-flight planning, airspace risk assessment, operating the aircraft, and processing the data or footage captured. Employers include film production companies, engineering and construction firms, utility companies, agricultural businesses, and emergency services. A typical day involves site surveys, weather checks, flight planning, the operation itself, and post-flight data handover.
CAA GVC-certified Commercial Drone Pilot with 4 years of experience in aerial survey, cinematography, and infrastructure inspection. 1,500+ logged flight hours with zero incidents. Specialist in LiDAR mapping, thermal imaging, and 4K cinematic production.
Drone Operator CVs must show your CAA certification, flight hours, and specialist capabilities. Include your GVC/A2 CofC status, logged flight hours, and the types of commercial operations you perform.
CAA GVC certification, LiDAR mapping, thermal imaging, 4K aerial cinematography, Pix4D/Agisoft photogrammetry, DJI Enterprise systems, flight planning (Litchi), and risk assessment/OSC.
Not stating your flight hours and incident record. Zero-incident records are critical for commercial operations. Include your insurance coverage and any specialist BVLOS permissions.
One page. Lead with CAA certification and flight hours. Include an Operations Summary showing types of flights, sectors served, and equipment operated. Mention your OSM (Operational Safety Manual).
Figures in USD. Ranges reflect mid-level experience (3–7 years). Senior roles and major metro areas typically sit at the top of these bands.
Film and broadcast companies like the BBC, Netflix production crews, and advertising agencies want operators with a strong aerial cinematography portfolio and experience with camera payloads like the Zenmuse X7 or RED on DJI Inspire. Engineering and infrastructure firms like Amey, Atkins, or National Grid hire drone operators for inspection work — they want photogrammetry skills, thermal imaging experience, and comfort working around live assets. Surveying and mapping consultancies want operators with GCP (Ground Control Point) workflow experience and proficiency in Pix4D or similar software. Emergency services and SAR (Search and Rescue) teams want BVLOS capability and thermal camera proficiency. Always list your licence number and insurance details on your CV.
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