Ronald Neil Wicker
Prestonsburg,KY
Summary
FAA certified drone pilot since 2024 with advanced skills in safety coordination, missions in controlled and restricted air space. Proven ability to manage teams, coordinate technical setups for national television broadcasts, and deliver high-quality results under pressure. Proficient with various apps and software to deliver safe and effective results for each flight mission.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner / Operator
Neil Wicker Aerial Photography
03.2025 - Current
- Provide real-estate photography and aerial videography services.
- Collaborate with tourism commissions, private businesses, government, and corporate clients.
- Worked with four national television networks: FOX/FS1, CW, MSG, and CBS Sports Network.
- Worked with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to document lake levels of Dewey Lake in Prestonsburg, Ky
- Proficient in Adobe Lightroom, Premiere Pro, Air Control, UAV Forecast, and Air Data UAV.
- Coordinate with the FAA through Air Control and the LAANC system for missions in controlled and restricted air space including the Las Vegas strip and Reno Nevada.
LED Signage Technician
JWI Entertainment
01.2023 - Current
- Installed LED signage for Professional Bowlers Association broadcasts on FOX/FS1, CW, and CBS Sports.
- Troubleshoot and resolve equipment failures in high-pressure live environments.
- Installed camera decks and collaborated with the TV truck to calibrate brightness levels for broadcast-quality production.
Operations Manager
Hatfield McCoy Recreation Center
12.2018 - 01.2023
- Managed daily operations and supervised staff to ensure smooth facility performance.
- Oversaw financial tasks including bank deposits, inventory management, and budgeting.
- Coordinated recreational leagues and events, increasing community engagement and participation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Prestonsburg High School
01.1994
Skills
- FAA Part 107 Certified Drone Pilot
- Video Editing: Adobe Premiere Pro
- Photo Editing: Adobe Lightroom
- Visual Media & Projection: Resolume, MediaMaster
- Broadcast & Production: LED signage systems, live TV coordination
- Drone: Air Control, UAV Forecast, Air Data UAV, FAA The Drone Zone
Timeline
Owner / Operator
Neil Wicker Aerial Photography
03.2025 - Current
LED Signage Technician
JWI Entertainment
01.2023 - Current
Operations Manager
Hatfield McCoy Recreation Center
12.2018 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Prestonsburg High School