How to prepare a location for an FPV shoot
A smooth drone flight through your building starts well before take-off. It begins with a clear route, open passageways and a few good arrangements with the people who work there.
In brief
Decide where the route starts and ends, keep doors and passageways clear of boxes and loose cables, and agree which staff, machines and vehicles will be shown. Appoint one contact person as well. That saves the most time on the day of the shoot.
Start by choosing the beginning and end of the route
The route of an FPV drone video should tell one clear story. Where does the viewer enter, which spaces matter, and what image should end the video? Without those three answers, the drone may fly, but the video will not tell a story.
Check doors and passageways
Doors must be open at the right time and passageways must be clear. Loose cables, boxes and other temporary items can easily disrupt the route. You can also read what is needed to record an FPV video indoors.
Coordinate the work on site
An active location often provides the best footage because it shows how the company really works. Agree in advance which staff, machines or vehicles will be part of the shoot and at what time.
Check confidential information
Check screens, documents, planning boards and other sensitive information along the route. Remove anything that must not be shown and discuss any doubts in advance, rather than during the flight.
Appoint one contact person
This person opens rooms, informs staff and makes quick practical decisions during the shoot. Without a single point of contact, unnecessary delays are likely on the day.
Checklist
- The beginning, route and end have been decided.
- Doors and passageways are clear.
- Staff know when filming will take place.
- Machines and vehicles have been coordinated.
- Confidential information has been checked.
- One contact person will be present.
Good to know: We discuss what your location needs in advance, so the shoot can be properly prepared instead of worked out on the spot.