Drone Operator Scotland
John Duncan is the owner of Drone Operator Scotland and is a specialist drone operator providing aerial filming and aerial photography services for the film and television industry. He is based in Edinburgh, Scotland and during the past 7 years he has worked on a wide range of projects taking him all around the world from Thailand to Greenland.
He uses the latest camera and drone equipment and has logged hundreds of hours of flying time. More importantly John has a great eye for composing shots which has stood him apart from the competition. John has had work featured on National Geographic as well as receiving 3 Vimeo Staff Picks for his Scotland films.
As a result of his successful Scotland films, John has extensive knowledge of using drones at locations all over Scotland.
Watch John’s 2024 Aerial Cinematography showreel.
100 Places in Scotland - How many have you been to?
“3 * Vimeo Staff Pick Scotland films”
Scotland Drone Films
John’s short drone films Ancient Scotland, Wild Scotland and Beautiful Scotland - showcasing the stunning Scottish landscape as it has never been seen before - received 3 coveted Vimeo Staff Picks gathering millions of views worldwide. He went on to pick up the Landscape Award at the New York City Drone Film Festival. Wild Scotland was also Featured on National Geographic Short Film showcase.
John is committed to providing high end cinematic aerials providing a professional service for existing productions and businesses a-like using the latest cutting edge drone technology to capture stunning aerials for any TV or film production. He is happy taking direction to achieve a specific shot and equally happy offering advice on how to get the best shot possible.
"Featured on National Geographic."
— Shortfilm Showcase
"Best Landscape Film"
— New York Drone Festival
