Case Study: Shopping Center Photography – San Jose, CA
Project Overview
A commercial real estate client needed quick, professional photography of a shopping center in San Jose to support their offering memorandum. The request included both aerial and ground-level images—without any editing required-just clean, high-resolution photos to showcase the property to potential investors.
They provided a detailed shot list and upload instructions, and my job was to execute the shoot efficiently and accurately.
Scope of Work
Location: Shopping Center – San Jose, CA
Client Type: Commercial real estate broker
Deliverables: 66 unedited high-resolution images
Editing: Not required
Assets Provided: Shot list + upload portal
Execution Strategy
To meet the client’s objectives, I captured the property at a range of altitudes and from multiple perspectives to showcase both the site’s layout and individual tenants.
300 ft – High-altitude shots of the entire property and surrounding area
100 ft – Mid-level views showing parking flow and access points
20 ft – Low aerials simulating drive-by and walk-up visibility
Storefront Coverage – Clear shots of each tenant’s entrance
Approach Shots – Entry views showing vehicle and pedestrian access
All imagery was organized and delivered exactly to spec, allowing the broker to drop it directly into their marketing materials.
Full Image Gallery
Below is the complete set of 66 drone photos delivered for this San Jose shopping center.
Final Deliverables
✔️ 66 high-resolution, unedited drone images
✔️ Multi-altitude coverage: 20 ft, 100 ft, 300 ft
✔️ Full shopping center layout, parking areas, storefronts
✔️ Uploaded directly to client’s portal, organized by view type
✔️ Delivered within 48 hours
Why It Matters for Brokers & CRE Teams
Photos like these are vital for creating effective offering memorandums, marketing decks, and investor materials. My streamlined method enables brokers to capture entire shopping centers, from approach shots to overhead views, without delays or heavy edits.
This case demonstrates how fast, professional drone coverage can enhance your next listing or pitch.
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