Jonathan Searle
CEO, drone pilot, Camera operator, Designer.
With over 20 years of RC flying experience and 10 years flying and operating cameras in the film industry, Jonno has a strong well rounded skill set to take on any challenge. He is always seeking the next game changer in technology, and if it's unable to be purchased it is probably being manufactured in-house as we speak.
Roxanne Searle
Company Director, Clients, Operations, Quality.
Where? when? with what? Rox is head of operations and logistics: the glue that keeps the team together, on-time, and ready for anything. Roxy is in charge of everything client related, and she manages aerial production. Happy clients are returning clients, and with Rox in charge we are always able to communicate effectively and continue doing what we love- Big Bird and our clients alike.
Nick Riley
drone Pilot.
If you need a camera positioned anywhere in 3D space with a joystick, Nick is your guy. Whether flying a heavylift rig, a camera crane, or flying through a set of FPV goggles- his Jedi Precision and reflexes are some of the best the industry has to offer.
Ashley Ruth
Drone pilot.
Ash Has flown RC since 9 years old. With flying in his blood he’s always up to tackle a good challenge.
William Annesley
Camera Operator / Tech
Will has a passion for cinematography, Gimbal operating and flying cameras. When theres a Will theres a way.
Megan Van Der Westhuizen
Aerial Producer.
When you need mega amounts of coordination done, you need the Megalodon.
James Churchman
Mechatronics
Constantly innovating is one of Big Bird’s core attributes that sets the company apart. James has a strong mechanical and electrical background which enables us to break new ground developing groundbreaking tools for the film industry. With his cheerful, can-do, determined attitude- no project is too big or difficult to take on.
Tawanda Pedzisai
Welder / Fabricator
Our multi skilled in-house welder and fabricator makes light work of anything made of metal. Tawanda is a fundamental part of the team; a powerhouse with his keen attitude for getting things done.
