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Our Services

  • Industrial and Commercial Inspections

    High-precision aerial and ground-based imaging tailored for asset inspections, site monitoring, and compliance reporting. With a foundation in industrial documentation, film production, and commercial operations, these cinematic-quality visuals support efficient decision-making, enhance safety, and reduce operational risk across construction, infrastructure, mining, and asset management sites.

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    Aerial Photography and Cinematography

    Broadcast-quality aerial and ground-based video production designed for marketing, events, and branded storytelling. Built from extensive experience in international film and television series, visuals are crafted to be compelling, cinematic, and strategically aligned with each project's narrative and goals.

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    Environmental Monitoring


    Accurate aerial and ground-based data collection to support environmental monitoring, land management, and ecological assessment. Services can assist research organisations, conservation groups, government agencies, and agribusinesses in tracking environmental changes, assessing ecosystems, and improving land management strategies.

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    Real Estate Services


    High-impact aerial photography and cinematic video content designed to help real estate agents, property managers, and developers showcase listings with clarity and appeal. Visuals highlight key features such as layout, scale, and surroundings - capturing each listing’s unique character and maximising market appeal. Ideal for residential, commercial, and rural properties.

It starts with a vision


Maybe you’re building something from the ground up. Perhaps you want to showcase your work from a new perspective. Or do you simply need the right visuals to bring your project to life?

Whatever your vision, we’re here to help you capture it clearly and creatively.

Daniel Hunter

Daniel Hunter is a CASA-certified drone pilot (RePL and ReOC), wildlife cinematographer, and conservation biologist based in Melbourne. With over a decade of field experience, including projects for the BBC, Apple TV+ and National Geographic, Daniel brings a sharp visual eye and scientific precision to every aerial shot.

Daniel founded Applied Aerial & Media, a service dedicated to delivering high-impact drone visuals, site progress updates, and professional media solutions for construction, architectural, environmental, and property-based projects across Melbourne, Geelong, and beyond.

Whether it’s clean visual data, compelling storytelling, or a seamless blend of both, Daniel delivers fast, reliable, and visually striking results tailored to each project’s unique needs.

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What Our Clients Say

  • "Applied Aerial & Media consistently delivers sharp, professional drone footage. Dan is reliable, fast, and easy to work with - a real asset to our projects."

    Andy Smith - Aquilla Interiors