A little prep before you post makes everything smoother. When your details are clear, the right pilots bid faster and your footage lands sooner.
Location
Project location is the first thing pilots check. It tells them how far they'll travel and which airspace rules apply to your job.
Have this ready:
A full address or coordinates. The more precise, the better.
A nearby landmark. Useful for rural sites without a clear street address.
The exact spot on the property. Note the building, field, or structure you need captured.
Deliverables
Pilots want to know what you're after before they quote. A quick photoshoot and a detailed inspection call for different skills.
Think through your deliverables:
Photos, video or both. Say which you need and roughly how many.
The specific use. A listing, a progress report, an inspection, a highlight reel.
File format or resolution. Note any requirements from your team or client.
Timeline
Tell pilots when you need this done. Your timeline shapes who can take the job and how they schedule the flight.
Your delivery deadline.
Flexible or fixed dates.
Weather buffer.
Access and Site Details
Pilots need to know they can reach your site and fly it safely. A few notes here prevent surprises on the day.
Cover these points:
Property permission. Confirm you have the right to shoot the location.
Access instructions. Gates, keys, contacts or check-in steps.
On-site conditions. Power lines, trees, traffic, or anything that affects the flight.
Budget
You don't need an exact figure, but a rough range helps. Budget awareness keeps bids realistic and speeds up your decision.
Know your range.
Match budget to scope.
Compare on value.
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