Drone Operator
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About Buzzer Fan
Buzzer Fan is part of Buzzer, a social media platform bringing fans and sports together. We cover sports events across the UAE and turn them into content that connects fans with the action.
The Role
We’re hiring a full-time Certified Drone Operator in Dubai to capture aerial footage and photos at sports events and other productions. You’ll plan and fly safe, compliant missions on-site, delivering cinematic aerial shots for our content and live broadcasts.
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
Requirements
• 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
• 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
• Available to work on-site at events, often outdoors
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and off days when events or the content production team need extra support
Nice to have
• Experience filming sports or live events (strongly preferred)
• Experience with live drone feeds into a broadcast or streaming setup
• FPV drone experience for dynamic, close-action shots
• 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.
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