Daily Grind Media
DRONE
in PACIFIC PALISADES
Drone Videography isn't a commodity in Pacific Palisades. The businesses that thrive here — celebrity and executive residential, private schools and tutoring, and boutique retail — compete on presentation. Our job is to make sure yours wins.
01 — Overview
Our Drone Services
FAA Part 107 certified pilots flying cinema-grade drones for aerial video, real estate tours, event coverage, construction progress and brand films. Fully insured, always legal.
FAA Part 107 licensed pilots
Cinematic 4K and 5.4K aerial video
Real estate aerial tours and property highlights
Construction and development progress reels
Event and venue aerial coverage
$1M liability insurance on every shoot
02 — Local Market
Why Pacific Palisades Businesses Choose Daily Grind Media
Pacific Palisades is one of the quietest and most exclusive enclaves in all of Los Angeles — a community of celebrities, studio executives, and old-money families tucked between Malibu and Santa Monica. Rick Caruso's Palisades Village transformed the downtown into one of the most design-forward shopping and dining destinations in LA. Privacy, discretion, and community reputation drive every business decision here.
For drone videography specifically, Pacific Palisades presents an unusual mix of opportunities and expectations. Clients here are used to seeing world-class work from the boutique hotels, galleries, and restaurants around them — which means your content needs to clear a higher bar from day one.
Our crews have worked around and near Palisades Village, Will Rogers State Historic Park, Getty Villa, Temescal Gateway Park — we know the access patterns, the permit requirements, and the best times of day to shoot each location.
We also regularly produce drone videography work in the neighboring communities of Malibu, Beverly Hills, Manhattan Beach — all within the same production day if needed.
- ›Palisades Village
- ›Will Rogers State Historic Park
- ›Getty Villa
- ›Temescal Gateway Park
- ›Self-Realization Fellowship Lake Shrine
- ›Gladstones Oceanfront
- ›Palisades Fourth of July Parade
- ›Farmers' Market (Sundays)
- ›Palisades Village seasonal events
- ›Will Rogers Polo Club matches
03 — Process
What to Expect
Discovery Call
15-20 min to understand your business, goals, and budget. Free and no pressure.
Creative Brief
Written drone brief with shot list, timeline, deliverables, and firm pricing.
Drone Production
On-location in Pacific Palisades. Full crew, gear, and creative direction — you show up, we handle the rest.
Delivery
Preview round within 48 hours. Revisions, final deliverables in 1-2 weeks.
04 — Coverage
Pacific Palisades and Neighboring Markets
05 — FAQ
Common Questions
How much does drone videography cost in Pacific Palisades?
Pricing depends on scope, crew size, and deliverables. Most Pacific Palisades projects start at $2,500 for single-day productions and scale up to $25,000+ for full campaign shoots with multi-platform deliverables. We provide a firm quote after a discovery call — no surprise charges.
Are you familiar with Pacific Palisades?
Pacific Palisades is one of the markets we know best. We've shot at most of the well-known locations (Palisades Village, Will Rogers State Historic Park, Getty Villa) and we know the permit, access, and scheduling quirks that make local shoots go smoothly.
What size businesses do you work with in Pacific Palisades?
Everything from single-owner boutique businesses to multi-location luxury brands. We scale the crew and production budget to the project — most of our Pacific Palisades clients are premium service providers, hospitality operators, and high-end retail or medical practices.
Are you FAA certified and insured?
Yes. All of our pilots hold active FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certifications and we carry $1M in commercial aviation liability insurance on every flight. We also pull airspace authorizations in advance when required.
Can you fly in restricted airspace?
Yes, with advance notice. Many properties in Southern California sit in controlled airspace near airports. We pull LAANC authorizations and file flight plans so legal issues never delay your shoot.
What weather conditions will ground a flight?
Sustained winds above 25 mph, rain, and low visibility ground flights for safety. If weather forces a reschedule, we move the shoot at no additional charge.
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in Pacific Palisades
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