Aerial Perspective. Cinematic Storytelling.
FAA Part 107 Certified | Fully Insured Drone Operations
Drone Services in Charlotte, NC
Obsidian Media provides professional drone cinematography, aerial photography, and video production services in Charlotte, North Carolina, and the surrounding region. We work with brands, organizations, agencies, and commercial clients who need high-quality aerial visuals, drone video, and cinematic content to elevate their stories and showcase their environments from a unique perspective.
From sweeping aerial drone footage and high-resolution aerial photography to ground-level interviews and brand storytelling, every project is approached with precision, creativity, and a filmmaker’s eye for composition. As an FAA Part 107 certified drone operator, Obsidian Media delivers safe, compliant, and professional commercial drone services for marketing campaigns, real estate, tourism, construction documentation, and visual storytelling across the Charlotte metro area.
Whether capturing cinematic landscapes, documenting large-scale developments, or supporting commercial productions with professional drone videography, our goal is simple: create powerful imagery that helps our clients communicate their message with clarity, scale, and impact.
Production Support & Services
FAA Part 107 certified drone operations delivering cinematic aerial visuals for commercial productions, real estate, outdoor brands, tourism, and documentary work.
Drone Cinematography
High resolution aerial photography that captures projects, properties, and environments from a unique perspective. .
Aerial Photography
Cinematic video production for brands, nonprofits, and organizations. From interviews and story-driven pieces to promotional and branded content.
Video Production
Experienced on-set support including camera operation, drone cinematography, AC support, for larger commercial and documentary productions.
Production Support
Meet Your Pilot
Hi, I’m Tim Weeks, an FAA Part 107 certified remote pilot and cinematographer based in Fort Mill, South Carolina.
My approach to drone operations is rooted in filmmaking. As the co -founder of Crux Films, a production company focused on documentary and brand storytelling, I have spent years working behind professional camera systems, developing an eye for composition, camera movement, and visual narrative.
That background shapes the way I approach aerial work. I’m not simply flying a drone; I’m thinking about framing, motion, and how each shot contributes to the larger story a project is trying to tell.
Whether supporting a larger production or capturing aerial imagery for a client’s project, I focus on operating safely and efficiently while delivering visuals that feel intentional, cinematic, and professionally executed. I look forward to working with clients of all kinds and strive to capture the strongest possible aerial imagery every time I take flight.
Obsidian Media exists to bring a filmmaker’s perspective to aerial imagery, helping clients showcase their projects, environments, and stories with clarity and purpose.
Drone Services FAQ
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Obsidian Media provides professional drone services throughout Charlotte and the surrounding region, including aerial cinematography, aerial photography, commercial drone video, real estate drone photography, construction documentation, and visual storytelling for brands and organizations. All flights are conducted by an FAA Part 107 certified remote pilot.
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Yes. All drone operations are conducted under the FAA’s Part 107 regulations for commercial drone pilots. Obsidian Media is fully compliant with federal aviation regulations and carries insurance for professional drone operations.
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Drone photography and videography pricing depends on several factors, including project scope, location, flight complexity, and production requirements. Simple aerial photography sessions typically can start at a few hundred dollars, while larger commercial productions or cinematic drone work may require a custom quote. Contact us to discuss your project and receive an estimate.
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Yes, but drone operations in Charlotte often require airspace authorization due to nearby controlled airspace around Charlotte Douglas International Airport. As an FAA Part 107 certified pilot, Obsidian Media can obtain LAANC airspace approvals and operate safely within regulated airspace when permitted.
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Drone imagery is commonly used for commercial marketing, real estate listings, tourism promotion, construction progress tracking, infrastructure documentation, outdoor brands, and cinematic storytelling. Aerial visuals provide perspective and scale that traditional cameras cannot achieve. We offer flexible pricing based on project type and complexity. After an initial conversation, we’ll provide a transparent quote with no hidden costs.
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Obsidian Media provides drone operations and video services throughout the Charlotte metropolitan area, including Fort Mill, Rock Hill, Concord, Gastonia, Huntersville, Matthews, Lake Norman, and beyond.