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Bear Country Inc

Drone Show Designer

Caledonia, WI

Northern Lights Drone Shows is seeking a Drone Show Designer that's excited to bring captivating visual spectacles to audiences across the nation. We are a rapidly growing business that offers one of ...

Bear Country Inc

Operations Specialist

Caledonia, WI · On-site

For example, drone show team, adventure crew, BPAP guest service team. 6. Liasson between BPAP/JSP: Ensure all areas are functioning and coordinating in unison. 7. Oversee Cabana check-in/out process:

Bear Country Inc

IT Support Specialist

Caledonia, WI · On-site

Other duties will include helping with technology needs for our exclusive drone show, fall festival, and drive-through Christmas light show including new ideas for providing world class entertainment.

Image Engineering

Technical Lead, Aerial Drones

MD · On-site

Familiarity with drone show or swarm management platforms (e.g., Verge Aero or similar systems). * Knowledge of FAA night operations, airspace coordination, and waiver processes. * Background in live ...

Live Events

Drone Pilot

New Castle, PA

Every great show is built by people who care deeply about every detail, every effect, and every ... Operate as pilot-in-command or supporting pilot during drone light shows. * Troubleshoot and ...

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How much do drone show jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for drone show in the United States is $68.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68.99 and $81.49 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Drone Show vs Drone Pilot?

AspectDrone ShowDrone Pilot
Required CredentialsFAA Part 107 certification, specialized event planning skillsFAA Part 107 certification, flying skills, safety knowledge
Work EnvironmentEvent venues, outdoor and indoor locations, large-scale displaysVarious locations, including outdoor and indoor areas, for individual flights
Employer & Industry UsageEvent organizers, entertainment companies, marketing agenciesMedia production, surveying, inspection, recreational flying
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles in drone entertainment and displaysFlying skills, certifications, and job scope

Drone Show professionals focus on creating large-scale aerial displays using multiple drones, requiring event planning and coordination skills. Drone Pilots operate individual drones for various purposes like filming, inspection, or recreation. While both roles require FAA certification, Drone Shows emphasize choreography and event execution, whereas Drone Pilots focus on flying skills and specific tasks.

What states have the most Drone Show jobs? States with the most job openings for Drone Show jobs include:
Infographic showing various Drone Show job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 46% Full Time, 31% Part Time, 15% Temporary, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 77% In-person, 8% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $142,761 per year, or $68.6 per hour.

Drone Show Pilot/Driver

Bear Country Inc

Caledonia, WI

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

OPEN POSITION: Drone Show Pilot and Driver

Northern Lights Drone Show is looking for a Drone Show Pilot and Driver. We are a rapidly growing business that offers one of the few drone shows on demand in the United States. Come be a part of a trailblazing company that combines creativity and technology to create something extraordinary.

The Drone Show Pilot/Driver will be responsible for packing drones and materials, taking drones to show location, charging batteries, setting up and testing for the show, and flying drone shows ranging from 100 drones to 500+ drones. IT experience and familiarity is recommended.

This is a position that can offer up to full-time hours but could also be part time. Travel to drone shows will be required, and can vary from local same day set-up and return, to overnight travel that could be 7+ days.

Duties:

  • Packing drones and materials, driving a pick-up truck with a trailer to locations, setting up for drone shows which could exceed 500 drones, testing to make sure drones are ready and show is set up for success, flying show, and packing and recharging drones.
  • Will use Verge Aero Design Studio software. Familiarity with this software is not required (but a plus).
  • Able to handle projects with client demands/preferences.
  • Part 107 license to fly drones is a plus but we can help get the 107 license.

Skills:

  • Experience flying drones. License to fly drones recommended.
  • Superior problem-solving capabilities
  • Ability to communicate in a professional manner
  • High focus on quality and customer satisfaction

Qualifications:

  • Associate degree or equivalent coursework in computer science, engineering or information science preferred but not required
  • License to fly drones or ability to get license.
  • Driver?s license is required.
  • Project management with limited supervision
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to understand clients? problems and ask appropriate questions for clarification

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