Also. If you're sending footage to a small company. Make sure to put a watermark on your samples, just to ensure no miscommunication happens and that you intend to SELL your footage, not donate it. I've dealt with many clients that have no understanding of what footage worth and picture worth is, especially on a professional scale.
Went on vacation and contacted a dozen places I was going on Airbnb who had bad photos and asked for a discount to stay there in exchange for redoing their listing photos plus drone video. I not only got 2 offers but one large luxury condo complex offered free accommodations, transportation and paid me. I've since got numerous jobs from having such a big client for my very first job. Your video is spot on! I used a DJI Air 2s and this client was NOT in the USA ... Mr. FAA.
I would add just one thing. Copyright laws are not really a thing in some countries, so to avoid to have the sent material been used without paying, slap a huge watermark over the pictures and video, so they don't get tempted .
Yeah I wanted to say this as well. I have a dog walking service and I'm a photographer, I made some pictures of a dog, put it on insta without a watermark and next thing I know they've made a warning sign behind their window. Beware of the dog with my picture. So rude to do this without asking. But now I slap a few watermarks on my pictures and it didn't happen ever since.
Dude if everybody is sharing with the same dedication and honesty we would live in a much better world ! Thanks a lot for the info. I am super into the editing and photography and I was hesitating to get the DJI mini 2 to make some extra bucks with it! Now I am buying on prime days! Thanks !
Brilliant content ! I've already got an Etsy set up but directly contacting the businesses is definitely interesting. Would be nice to see a draft of what you say in contacting them get an idea of how to word things 👀😄
Honestly thank god for the recommended tab because this is the best and most informative video ive seen in ages I’m only 19 and was wondering how to go about this stuff and you’ve made it seem very easy thank you
Thank you for this. I have been trying to brainstorm ways to make money from my drone for a while. These are great and practical ideas that are easy to do. Brilliant!
exactly... i bought a drone for my holidays, but now i have been approached by an estate agent. Free money I must say. use ur drone, and the later buy one strictly for business
I really appreciate the good energy this video has and especially the effort that you put into helping other people to make money in the industry, which is really rare. However I feel like this video is a bit to easy going on how you’re able to do things - here’s why: (I’m gonna base everything on the EU laws based from Germany, it might differ for other places) Any person that is flying a drone needs a liability insurance (an insurance that covers any damages that occur because you flew your drone, i.e. it crashes onto a car, house etc.) If you fly with commercial intent (which taking pictures to sell later on clearly is) you need a commercial liability insurance wich might be double the price. To fly close to/in residential and industrial areas you need the bigger pilot certificate of the two, which is more than just an online test. If you only have the small certificate you must stay at least 150m (measured to the side) from these areas. Also, if you happen to get the big license you still need to stay away 50m from residents not involved in your action (also measured to the side). Additionally taking picture of private property might not be allowed without consent and you might get in trouble while you’re taking the photos - especially if people think you’re taking pictures of them (which happens to me quite a lot) Considering the aerial Photos and selling prints you really need to watch out what you’re shooting since a lot of landmarks & sights are subject to copyright by the architect and you making money off of it is illegal and might result in them filing a claim which whillbhurt your finances a lot. Considering the stuff I said above - all of the things you said in the video would be illegal to do (in Germany) or at least bound to certain circumstances like 0 people anywhere close or property owners/companies giving you permission.
You can also offer to take pictures for real estate listings. I’m a realtor and getting this drone for this reason. It’s like $150-300 for a single session of photos. Realtors pass your info around their circles if you are good and you can get lots of clients quickly from word of mouth.
Great video! I'll be experimenting with Etsy this week. Also, would be great if you added chapters to this video for repeat viewers to navigate to certain sections. Great video again and I will now subscribe!
Thanks for redirecting my focus on another aspect of drone flying. I'll practice a lot so I can try to get professional pictures done. Just gotta find out if there's any other rules or regulations in Puerto Rico I should worry about.
New drone pilot here.... Just got the mini 2... Awesome hobby and awesome money making tips! Thx for this honest tut! Appreciate the work you put into these.
Thanks Darren. You really open my eyes for a new line of business with my drone. I also have a successful experience flying my drone indoor shooting Huge GYM sports exercises. This is really an EPIC inspiring video for all the GYM participants. The only challenge flying indoors needs a lot of attentions, but it was great fun.
Where I live (Australia) the rules for drones (administered by CASA) are the same for a sub 250g drone as for a drone of more than 250g. Also once you are flying for commercial gain you MUST have the drone registered and pass an on-line test, no matter what weight it is. So you may as well get a drone that gives better image quality and has sensors to keep your productive asset safer.
Yeh Casa are just in it for money you need to pay $4000 worth of licences before you can even make a dollar. Just rediculous if you ask me. It’s why drone sales have plummeted in Australia and why you rarely see them in the sky anymore.
@@silverpro8356 1. You need to register your drone (even sub 250g) 2. You have to have an ARN 3. You have to pass the pilot accreditation test 4. Obey all rules for drones
Sub 250gm and flying over your own property or private property (with owner’s permission) not for profit you do not have to register your drone or obtain and operator’s license or carry insurance. You can also fly it in public areas subject to obeying all safety aspects outlined on their website. Even crossing a public road is illegal. Stepping outside any of the conditions mentioned requires rego and license, not sure about insurance, but always a good idea. This is almost like flying a plane. If you fly over your own property you do not require a license as long as you stay under 500ft (for planes).
Thanks for the video. I'm inspired now to try and turn my hobby into a source of income. I'm not expecting to make millions, but a few extra dollars never goes astray!
Just what I needed! I'm saving for the Mini 2 but I want it to be more than a hobby... I live around some beautiful scenery and I never notice any drone pilots. Time to get to work!!! ;)
@@Wmacrum No, but I'm extremely close... so hard not to grab it rn haha. I'm waiting because it may go on sale for Prime Day and I'm already seeing some leaks for a supposed Mini 3, so I think if the Mini 3 leaks slow down I'll buy it if it goes on sale next month.
The way you described as a BTW reference to your stay at the resort that you've already paid for and have asked nothing from them and contrarily are offering them something in a positive way with no expectations...it's a great technique I've used many times to make friends across many industries that has paid dividends. Good on you for sharing that with people. Many people put too many expectations on outcomes and it can Influence the way people interact with you in a negative way. Especially at the beginning when your trying to get off the ground so to speak. Just push the take off button with the mini and your off🤠.
Thanks for your video it was exactly what I was looking for as I'm considering starting out in the business this information is crucial for me, thanks again all the best
Hi, thank you very much for making this video I am 13 years old and its a big invest to buy this drone and now after this video I can make profit with the drone!!! Greets out Holland
I ordered my mini 2 yesterday and it should arrive this week. Want this to be more than a hobby and live around some beautiful scenery here in Canada. These are some great ideas!!
Many thanks for the information!! I saw some videos about making money with drones in the USA and was asking myself if could work in the UK as well... And now you show up and show me it is possible :) BTW, your video was the best so far!! Thanks for sharing everything with us... Gonna keep practising and start making money from my hobby... Take care mate!
This was legit a dope RU-vid Video! I never leave a Comment but that Video gave me old RU-vid Vibes. Informative and straight to the point. Thanks for making this !
So cool, thanks to you I think I'm going to get my drone as I love making photos but never thought about making money by it, and also drone photos are so beautiful :D
Thank you for this Darren. Bought the DJI Mini 2 this week and this has really motivated me to use it for a 2nd source of income. Do you just use the filters or do you edit the pics and videos too? Thanks
Good advice! I have one question about showing potential clients your pictures of their property. How do you send it to them? Is it just a low res thumbnail in 300x300 or something similar? Obviously we don't want them using them for free on a website. Do you have a watermark or something on each photo you send them?
sure so add a watermark online like watermarkly.com/#app or get a app and add a watermark or your name over it and then either email or send via messenger or Instagram message
Thank you so much for this. I've recently been made redundant and was looking for a way to make money with my drone buf had so many questions price etc. Thank you. If you could post more content like this would help so many of us put. Well done great video honestly!
Useful video, thanks. How do you get permission to take-off if you're taking photos speculatively before approaching customers? In the UK we need such permission don't we otherwise our insurance is invalid. Do you have a tactic and form for this?
I have a question, for the estate agents, do you ask them if you could take pictures of their properties and then send it to them asking them if they would want to purchase any of them?
@@DMProductions awesome! Thanks again for this video. I have been wanting a drone for a long time but can’t justify the cost for what would essentially be a “toy”. Super glad I found this so when I pull the trigger I can actually use the drone to make some side money :)
Some great ideas. I would be a little concerned that the CAA's interpretation of when commercial insurance is required might not be the same as yours. As the rules are new, they may eventually need to be tested in court. I was under the impression that if you took the photo/video with the 'intention' of selling them, then commercial insurance would be required. The other issue is of course is having non-commercial insurance and then trying to make a claim on it. We all know how much insurance companies like paying out, if they check online and see you are obviously selling your work, any claim will be refused. Bit of a minefield. Also worth bearing in mind any profits from sales will probably be taxable, especially for those already employed and doing this as a side business, if their taxable allowance is already accounted for by their day job. Hard to argue with HMRC if you are putting yourself out there clearly seeking/getting money from your drone.
You are correct... if you are flying for reward for a third party, or just with the intent to sell content or further your business from the flight you need commercial insurance that meets (EC) No 785/2004 requirements. . Drone size and weight has no bearing on this, it applies to sub 250g also.
Yes, very bad advice on this video, ignorance of the law is no excuse when the worst things happen and end up in court. If you are out with the intention of making money from a flight, it's commercial whether you have been commissioned or not. You are acting as a freelance drone operator working for yourself. Easily come unstuck when the police get called as you keep buzzing around all the hotels and expensive houses without checking permission. Coverdrone charge less than £150 a year for £1m cover.
As a new Mavic Mini pilot, this is really interesting and helpful. I've been thinking about looking into offering shots to hotels and estate agents. One question - if you send photos/videos to a hotel or AirBNB to get their attention, what's to stop them using the images without paying?
@@DMProductions Of course! Seems I'm fairly local to you, in Lytham :) Wouldn't want to a) tread on your toes or b) waste my time if you've already approached the hotels round here. I note the Glendower has some aerial photos on their site
This is awesome information and I’m also visiting my hometown of Thornton near Blackpool next month and will bring my new drone from Thailand where I now live.
Hey Darren I love your channel and the work you put into it all. I have a question if you don't mind? When you reach out to businesses and you send them photographs that you have taken, what is stopping them from stealing and using your material without paying you a penny? Many thanx mate .......Leighton
@@DMProductions cheers for the prompt reply mate. I'm new to your channel and to be honest I don't have a drone except a tello haha but I've been wanting one for sometime. I've been watching drone videos so that I know all there is to know about drones before I own one ,I'll be making the plunge in two weeks time. Would you say the mini 2 is still a good buy as that seems the drone for me
@@DMProductions thankyou 🙏 and thanx for taking the time to comment. I have one last question pal if you don't mind? I've seen a castle in some of your videos and I'm just wondering if it's Clitheroe castle by any chance? I'm probably totally wrong ,it just looks similar
Question. When dealing with realtors or air bnb owners, how do you make sure to get paid before giving them the photos? Should I use venmo or something?
Great video and ideas. Thanks Darren. I have a question. How do you prevent people from using your photos after you show them? With videos you can share and show and then just change the link. But if you show photos they could just download and use them. Is this faith based or do you use another method.
@@THIRDRATEPRODUCTIONS Does not appear to the the case unfortunately, you don’t need to register them for recreational flying but if it’s being used for commercial you still need the cert www.dpreview.com/articles/5099495961/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-mavic-mini-and-drone-regulations
This is great. Where did you get your prints done for selling on Etsy? I'm currently setting up my own store for something similar but not drone photography. Thanks
Hi Darren, great vid and some interesting points, I am a building surveyor and I plan on using a MA2 to carry out harder to reach inspections, wondering whether because of the weight I would need an additional license? I’ve read some conflicting stuff online! Thanks
Darren its good really good......you can pay companies that do the GVC stuff or the A2 and take their coarse .....you have just given it away for free xx
Great video & content! One question, though … as I’m just about to get started on drone flying, I already noticed that at least over here in germany, there are pretty strict laws regarding no-fly-areas - basically you are only allowed to fly in the woods 😅 … so do you have any experience (and can share it) with getting those kind of “permits” to fly over buildings, cities, people …?
This is exactly what I’ve done, first few vids I’ve done foc to build a portfolio, now my vids are better, I’m being asked to do more and invited rather than having to pursue. Just think the mini2 camera is a bit weak for still.
Very very interesting! I love this video! You gave me so many ideas to try to sell my photos and videos with my new drone, Mini 3 Pro. Thank you very much!
I like the idea of selling drone pics as posters and prints etc on ETSY. Where do you get your pics printed, and what size do you generally offer them in?
just offer standard sizes that do well, small medium and large like a3. You can use online printing companies which are cheaper but I just used a local printing shop
Another question, when you want to sell your prints on Etsy, was there a specific website that you used in order for you to make the product and sell it to the customers or did you print it out at home and then send it to them via the post?
Printed myself using photoshops nears my home as it was small time, if I had more I would of got a company to do it for me but then you have to offset that cost
Such great info, Darren!!! Every time I see your videos where you talk about how to make money, it gets me motivated to work hard to get better footage to be able to start selling! just need to get my Part 107 license first!! Cheers!
Thanks so much for this! Great and honest advice. We have a Mini Pro 3 and my son has already done work for some real estate agents. He's still in high school and has found a pretty profitable and fun part time job already. We'll put your ideas and advice to good use!! Thanks!!! and watermarking is/can be a good idea. I'm a freelance musician (trumpet) and people just don't understand the monetary value of our work. NO... I won't play for your daughter's wedding for $50..... add another zero to that.
