Job Title: Drone Pilot – Aerial Photography (Contract)
Company: AFS Aerial Photography Inc.
Location: Travel Alberta
Job Type: Contract (3 months)
Start Date: Immediate
Compensation: $750–$1,100/week (base pay plus per photo pay, based on output)
License Required: Basic Drone Pilot Certificate (Transport Canada)
Job Description:
AFS Aerial Photography Inc., a leader in rural aerial photography for over 67 years, is seeking a drone pilot to join our seasonal team. This is a unique opportunity to travel Alberta capturing high-quality drone images of rural properties and farmland.
What You’ll Do:
- Operate a company-provided drone to capture aerial photographs in rural locations
- Work independently in the field, flying during all good-weather days
- Travel regionally for up to 3 months
- Capture and upload photographs according to company standards and schedules
- Maintain accurate logs and ensure compliance with Transport Canada drone regulations
Qualifications:
- Basic Drone Pilot Certificate (Transport Canada) — Required
- Post-secondary diploma (drone, aviation, photography, or geography-related) — Preferred
- Prior drone photography experience — Preferred
- Clean Criminal Record Check — Required
- Must be comfortable with extended travel and working independently
Compensation & Perks:
- Base plus per photo Pay — average $750–$1,100/week
- All equipment, travel, gas, and accommodations provided
Contract Duration:
- 3 months of travel (July – September 30 or as weather permits)
Ready to take flight with us? Apply today and start immediately.
AFS Aerial Photography Inc. – Capturing Canada from above since 1958.
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Do you have previous drone experience? If yes, tell us about it.
- Are you legally authorized to work in Canada without restrictions?
- Do you have a valid Canadian driver’s license?
- Approximately how many total flight hours do you have operating drones?
- On a scale of 1–10, how would you rate your drone photography / shot quality skills?
- Do you currently hold a valid Basic Drone Pilot Certificate issued by Transport Canada?
- Preference is given to applicants aged 21+ due to car rental policies and underage fees.
- Why should we hire you?
- Are you comfortable working in a role that requires travel, and rural field conditions?
- This role involves up to 3 months of Alberta travel. Are you available to work continuously from July to end of September, traveling full-time across Western Canada either without returning home during that period, or on a 6 week on 1 week off rotation?
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- Drone operation: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road
