Licensed New Zealand Drone Operators

SKYHOOK AERIAL CINEMA

ORIGINAL NZ OPERATORS

Skyhook is New Zealand’s original camera drone operation. Crewed by film industry professionals and delivering top-shelf aerial cinematics to the film, television and commercial markets.

FILM INDUSTRY PROS

The Skyhook team are able to integrate with your shooting crew or work as an independent unit. We are happy to recommend solutions for your production’s needs and workflow.

CERTIFIED PILOTS

Skyhook offer a suite of various CAA part 102 options where required. Our drone pilots are industry certified professionals. We carry aviation specific public liability insurance for your protection.

UAV operation. Our team specializes in capturing stunning aerial cinematography using the latest in light and heavy lift drone technology, first in New Zealand to be utilizing multi-rotor drone systems for flying moving cameras, Drone Operator, CAA Part 102 Certified, leading Drone Provider in New Zealand that is Certified by the Civil Aviation Of New Zealand at the highest level under Part 102, Aerial Photography, Aerial Cinematography, Thermal Imaging, building inspections, Real estate virtual tours, Surveillance & Monitoring, Consulting, Line production services, remote drone shooting and cinematography.

JESS CHARLTON

drone pilot/gimbal op/cinematographer

Jess is a popular cinematographer with a growing body of drama and documentary credits, she brings her expertise in framing and composition to her role of gimbal operator with Skyhook. Jess is also an accomplished drone pilot and has used her skills effectively on several documentary films, she is an ideal collaborator if you are considering using a drone in New Zealand.

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SIMON BAUMFIELD

DRONE PILOT/CINEMATOGRAPHER

Simon is an award winning cinematographer with numerous drama and documentary credits. He brings his expertise in camera movement to the role of drone pilot with Skyhook. As the original drone operator in New Zealand Simon has huge experience to draw from ranging from consulting for the NZ Government to piloting drones for feature films. Simon is outcome focused and able to work closely with you to achieve your production goals.

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We had a great experience working with Skyhook. I have known Simon for years and respect his eye and ability as a storyteller. Would definitely work with them again.

TOM HERN – PRODUCER
Skyhook are a very strong team, with excellent tech. Both Simon and Jess are exceptional visual storytellers who work together with zero fuss and maximum ease. Highly recommended.

BRENDAN DONOVAN – DIRECTOR
The Skyhook team is led by a Cinematographer. That means you’re getting drone shots that don’t look like drone shots. Three of the most beautiful and often referenced shots in my feature film were shot by Simon and the Skyhook team.

DAVID STUBBS – PRODUCER/DIRECTOR
Skyhook worked incredibly quickly and professionally and the time required to achieve our shots using their technology was actually faster than we thought it would be and ended up freeing up time in our schedule. We couldn’t be happier or recommend Skyhook more highly.

MIKE MINOGUE – PRODUCER