Creating A Luxury Hotel Video with a Team of Two

Our approach ensures that the hotel remains a peaceful and welcoming space for guests, all while delivering premium-quality video content that captures the essence of the property.A prime example of this efficiency is our work with Thompson Houston, a brand-new luxury hotel that entrusted us with creating their flagship masthead video. The goal? To bottle up the feeling of walking into the property - its elegance, its energy, its luxury - and translate that into a video that would live on their website homepage, enticing potential guests to book their stay.

Effortless Production Without the Overhead

Our team for this project consisted of just two people: Mo, our FPV drone pilot, and Rio, our cinematographer. They arrived the evening before the shoot to conduct a site walkthrough, taking in the details of the hotel and planning out the shots. With years of experience working together on high-end productions, they’ve streamlined their process to an art form - no wasted time, no excessive setup, just pure creative execution.

The next morning, we hit the ground running.

Capturing Breathtaking Exterior Shots

We began with sweeping, cinematic aerial shots of the hotel’s striking architecture against the stunning Houston skyline. These shots instantly establish the hotel’s grandeur and position it as a premier destination in one of the largest cities in America. Unlike traditional production crews that need cranes, dollies, and extensive setups, Mo’s precise drone piloting allowed us to capture dynamic perspectives effortlessly - gliding around the building, revealing the luxury of the property in a way that static photos cannot.

Authentic Lifestyle Moments

Next, we moved inside to film staff interactions - a key part of showcasing the guest experience. We directed the team at the front desk, spa, and restaurant to capture natural, welcoming moments, ensuring that the hotel’s warmth and hospitality translated on-screen. Mo focused on sweeping, immersive wide shots, while Rio zeroed in on tight, detailed compositions - capturing the polished movements of a bartender mixing a cocktail, the soft lighting of the spa, and the modern art throughout the hotel.

Showcasing Stunning Interiors

With lifestyle shots completed, we transitioned into capturing the hotel’s lavish spaces like the the suites and the grand lobby with the best view of Downtown Houston in the city. We approached these shots with the same dynamic duo method: Mo’s drone work provided fluid, seamless movements through the rooms, giving a sense of space and flow, while Rio highlighted luxurious details - great views, elegant lighting fixtures, high-end furnishings and much more.

Twilight and Night Shots – The Showstopper

Once the sun set, we entered our favorite phase of the shoot—nighttime cinematography. The pool deck, illuminated against the city skyline, was incredible. This is where our nimble two-person team truly shined: while a larger crew might have spent hours setting up artificial lighting, we leveraged the hotel’s existing ambiance, using our expertise in camera settings and drone exposure to capture the magic as it naturally unfolded. See for yourself below:

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Fast Turnaround, Stunning Results

The following morning, Mo and Rio hopped on a flight back home, and our in-house editing team immediately got to work. Within one week, we delivered an engaging, high-end video that encapsulated the exact essence of the Thompson Houston. The property team was thrilled with the result, and the video now serves as a centerpiece of their marketing strategy, prominently displayed on their website to attract discerning travelers.

Why Choose Epic Drone Tours?

Less Disruption - Unlike traditional crews that take over a hotel for days, we move discreetly and efficiently, ensuring a seamless experience for guests.

‍Cost-Effective - No excessive crew, no unnecessary overhead—just premium-quality video at a fraction of the cost.

‍Faster Turnaround - We complete shoots in one to two days, with final edits delivered in about a week.

High-End Cinematic Quality - Our combined expertise in FPV drone work and cinematography allows us to create visually stunning, immersive content without the logistical nightmares of traditional productions.

At the end of the day, our clients don’t just get a video - they get a powerful marketing asset that drives bookings, sets their property apart, and elevates their brand.

Want to See the Magic for Yourself?

Check out the full video we created for Thompson Houston below:

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To learn more about how we can craft an unforgettable video for your property, contact us at hello@epicdronetours.com or visit www.epicdronetours.com.

Let’s tell your story - beautifully, efficiently, and without the production headache.

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