Objective:

Help students understand how to craft a drone portfolio that attracts clients, builds credibility, and converts interest into bookings.

Lesson Overview:

Your drone portfolio isn’t just a gallery—it’s a marketing tool. This lesson walks through the key elements of a standout portfolio, with visual examples and tips on how to tailor it to your niche.

LESSON

Part 1: Portfolio Purpose

Showcase skill (lighting, angles, editing)
Build trust (proof of past work)
Attract ideal clients (niche-relevant work)
Convert visitors to leads (CTAs, contact info)

Part 2: What to Include in Your Portfolio

Hero Gallery – 6–10 of your best drone images or short clips
Niche Sections – e.g., Real Estate, Events, Construction
Before/After Edits – Showcase your post-production skill
Client Testimonials – With logos or overlaid on footage
Process Timeline – Shoot → Edit → Deliver
Contact/Booking Button

Overlay example of a testimonial on a property photo

Part 3: Curation Tips

Show diversity, not duplication
Use consistent editing style (color, tone)
Group by category to guide the viewer
Only show your very best work

Split-screen: strong photo vs. average one

Part 4: Tell a Story

Add a caption or brief context to each shoot
Example: “This home sold in 3 days after this aerial campaign”
Highlight problem → solution → result

Part 5: Test + Improve

Get feedback from clients or mentors
A/B test with different landing pages or layouts
Watch which images get engagement on social media

A/B comparison of two different homepage designs

Key Takeaways

Your portfolio is your storefront—make it niche, clean, and credible
Use categories, client results, and captions to tell a visual story
Keep it updated with only your best, most relevant work
Make contacting you frictionless

What Makes a Winning Drone Photography Portfolio

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