Jesse Hooper

FAA Part 107 Commercial Remote Pilot and Aerial Operations Specialist based in DFW North with 1,300+ commercial flight hours. Specialized in executing precision drone flight operations, structural and utility inspections, aerial mapping/photogrammetry, and high-resolution commercial aerial photography. Proven track record in airspace authorization, flight safety, and delivering mission-critical aerial data to clients under tight operational deadlines.

Core focus: Commercial drone flight missions, roof and structural inspections, site mapping and orthomosaics, thermal and multispectral data capture, and safety compliance. Highly proficient with DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise, DJI Mavic 3 Pro, flight planning software (HOVER, IMGING), and GIS/photogrammetry processing suites.

Commercial Drone Pilot & Aerial Operations Lead at Hooper Listing Media (2023-02 – Present)

• Plan and execute commercial drone flight missions for site documentation, progress tracking, and high-impact aerial imagery across DFW North, accumulating over 1,300 commercial flight hours.
• Operate enterprise and commercial aircraft, including DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise and DJI Mavic 3 Pro, to collect precise aerial data, high-resolution imagery, and smooth cinematic video.
• Process aerial data deliverables, performing color grading, ortho-stitching support, image optimization, and quality assurance prior to client release.
• Ensure full compliance with FAA Part 107 regulations, including pre-flight risk assessments, airspace clearances (LAANC), weather monitoring, and maintaining a 100% safety record.

Drone Pilot & Field Assessor at Roof Cake (2024-05 – Present)

• Execute precise aerial capture missions and detailed structural inspection imaging using DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise aircraft across hundreds of residential and commercial properties.
• Utilize specialized software platforms (HOVER, IMGING) to process structural data and generate accurate 3D site models and damage assessment reports.

Real Estate Agent at Howard Hanna Real Estate Services (2016-04 – 2018)

• Managed client communications, schedule coordination, and field operations while advising stakeholders on property assessment and site documentation requirements.

Associate's Degree in Liberal Arts & Sciences – Corning Community College

Part 107 Pilot Course – DroneU (2023-02 – 2023-06)