When your production requires stunning aerial shots, smooth FPV sequences, or high-altitude perspectives, hiring a skilled Shanghai drone operator is essential. As China’s filmmaking hub, Shanghai offers everything from futuristic skylines to historic waterfronts—making aerial cinematography an important tool for commercials, corporate films, documentaries, and branded content.
Since 2012, Shoot In China has supported international brands, production companies, and media agencies with licensed drone pilots, bilingual aerial crews, and full production coordination across China. Whether you need cinematic drone footage, FPV racing-style shots, or industrial inspections, our experienced team delivers safe, legal, and visually compelling results.
Why Hire a Professional Shanghai Drone Operator?
China has strict drone regulations, especially in major cities like Shanghai. Working with an experienced operator ensures:
- ✔ Correct flight permits & airspace approvals
- ✔ Licensed pilots who follow China’s UAV laws
- ✔ Safe and stable operations in dense urban environments
- ✔ High-quality footage with professional equipment
- ✔ Bilingual communication with your creative team
Our drone operators understand the complexities of flying in Shanghai’s controlled zones and work closely with authorities, location managers, and production teams to ensure both safety and compliance.
Our Shanghai Drone Operator Services
We offer a complete range of aerial filming solutions, tailored to your project’s creative goals and technical requirements.
🎥 1. Cinematic Drone Filming
Perfect for commercials, feature films, TV, and tourism videos.
Common requests include:
- Skyline establishing shots
- Waterfront / Bund cinematography
- Factory & industrial aerials
- Smooth tracking sequences
🚁 2. FPV Drone Filming
For high-speed, immersive footage with dynamic movement.
Applications:
- Action sports
- Automotive commercials
- Behind-the-scenes walk-throughs
- Architectural fly-throughs
🏭 3. Industrial Drone Operations
Ideal for engineering companies, logistics brands, and construction firms.
We offer:
- Aerial inspections
- Site monitoring
- Progress documentation
- Wide-area mapping
🏢 4. Corporate & Event Drone Coverage
Suitable for:
- Corporate films
- Conferences & expos
- Launch events
- Campus overviews
🛩 5. Drone + Ground Crew Packages
We provide full production support:
- Drone operator + camera operator
- Production assistants
- Ground cameras
- Lighting kits
- Full editing & post-production
Drone Models Available
DJI Professional Series
- Inspire 2 (with X5S / X7 cameras)
- Mavic 3 Cine / Mavic 3 Pro
- Mavic 2 Pro (travel-friendly option)
- Phantom 4 Pro
FPV & Custom Builds
- 5” FPV freestyle rigs
- Cinewhoop indoor FPV
- Lightweight indoor drones
Additional accessories include ND filters, extra batteries, SDI/HDMI monitors, and transmission systems.
How Shoot In China Supports Your Aerial Production
Our bilingual production team handles more than just drone flying.
We manage the full aerial workflow—from planning to cleanup.
We provide:
- Flight permits & drone approvals
- Location scouting & feasibility checks
- Bilingual communication with clients & authorities
- Aerial risk assessments
- On-set safety management
- Multi-camera production packages
- Editing, color grading, and post-production
From urban high-rises to remote scenic areas, we ensure smooth production.
Where Our Drone Operators Work
While based in Shanghai, our drone operator network covers all major Chinese cities:
- Shanghai
- Beijing
- Shenzhen
- Guangzhou
- Suzhou
- Hangzhou
- Chengdu
- Chongqing
- Qingdao
- Hong Kong
We also operate in industrial zones, rural areas, shipyards, ports, and corporate campuses.
Why Choose Shoot In China as Your Shanghai Drone Operator
- ✔ Licensed, experienced pilots
- ✔ Safe, legal operations in controlled airspace
- ✔ 10+ years of production experience
- ✔ Trusted by global brands & Fortune 500 companies
- ✔ Industry-standard DJI & FPV drone kits
- ✔ Bilingual English–Chinese crew
- ✔ Flexible rates & fast scheduling
We combine technical excellence with creative filmmaking expertise.
Contact Your Shanghai Drone Operator Today
Ready to film aerial shots in Shanghai or across China?
Our drone operators are available for commercials, corporate films, documentaries, live events, and industrial projects.
📩 Email: [email protected]
🌍 Website: www.shootinchina.com
Tell us your project details—and we’ll arrange the right drone crew for the job.