How to Prepare a Luxury Property Before a Cinematic Video or Drone Flight Shoot
Real estate video and aerial drone footage require specialized prep. Learn how to eliminate visual noise, clear motion paths, and ensure flawless filming.
Why Video Prep Differs From Still Photography
During still photo shoots, photographers can shift a laundry basket or box from room to room as they move. In cinematic real estate video, smooth gimbal tracking shots move through doorways connecting spaces in continuous motion. Stash rooms are impossible.
Furthermore, aerial drone shots capture 360-degree surroundings: garden hoses, pool sweepers, trash bins, and parked cars in driveways immediately ruin aerial footage.
Video & Drone Specific Prep Checklist
Execute these essential preparation steps 2 hours prior to the production crew’s arrival:
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- Doors & sliders: Secure all doors fully open along the planned walk-through path.
- Pool & grounds: Remove automatic pool cleaners, hoses, floaties, and skimmer nets from the water.
- Vehicles: Park all cars off-property and clear of driveway sightlines.
- Lighting: Turn on ALL recessed lights, lamps, and architectural LED strips across the entire estate.
- Fans & movement: Turn off ceiling fans (rotation causes video shutter strobing and flicker).
- Textiles & drapes: Smooth curtains and align outdoor terrace cushions symmetrically.
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