Photographer, Zillow Media Experts

Zillow

11d•$23 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

Zillow Media Experts is seeking experienced photographers for part-time real estate media work in Salt Lake City, UT. Apply your photography skills to the Real Estate industry, capturing high quality photos, videos and Zillow's 3D interactive floor plans to help real estate agents professionally market listings. By working with us you’ll be at the forefront of Real Estate media innovation, capturing media that consumers want to see when shopping for a home. Zillow Media Expert photographers will be expected to drive between job sites in their market area, capture media, and successfully cull and upload media. This is a part-time position in Salt Lake City, UT. Photographers in this role will typically work 10-20 hours per week, depending on their location and business needs. During periods of high demand, Photographers may occasionally be asked to work more than 20 hours per week. While this is a part-time position, there may be opportunities for full-time employment in the future. This role has been categorized as a Field position. “Field” employees perform the majority of their work in a specified geographic location set by their management team. Employees are expected to live within a reasonable commuting distance to their region and/or service area. ZG has not defined a reasonable distance and expects employees will use judgment in determining this for themselves and understand the implications regarding time commitment and cost of daily commute.

Requirements

The ability to learn Zillow Media Expert’s processes and computer systems.
Experience capturing high-quality photography, preferably exterior and interior real estate photos, real estate videos, 3D tours, and drone media.
Deep understanding of photography fundamentals using DSLR/Mirrorless systems.
May be expected to obtain an FAA Part 107 drone license, complete drone training, and safely operate a drone in accordance with FAA, based on business need.
Possession of a valid driver's license
Operate and maintain and/or procure reliable transportation
Ability to drive within a 60+ mile radius of City Center.
Ability to provide a minimum of 20 hours per week of availability. While this is to allow for scheduling flexibility, please note part-time photographers typically work less than 20 hours per week on average.
Internet upload speed of at least 15 Mbps is strongly preferred.
Located near Salt Lake City, UT.
A professional full frame or crop sensor DSLR/mirrorless camera with the ability to shoot 5 brackets, Auto Exposure Bracketing ‘AEB’. (ex: Canon R7, R5, 6DmkII, 5DmkIV)
Wide-angle lens (ex: Full Frame - 15-35mm, Crop Sensor - 10-22mm)
Ball Head or Geared Head Tripod (Video Fluid Head Tripods are not acceptable)

Nice To Haves

An experienced photographer with a talent for capturing high-quality media (preferably within the real estate industry).
Someone with excellent customer service & professional business communication skills (you'll be engaging with the clients daily).
A motivated, detail-oriented person who can efficiently capture a home while maintaining the highest quality standards.
A punctual professional who always shows up on time and delivers captured media by communicated deadlines.
An independent worker, comfortable working solo.

Responsibilities

Capture industry-leading, professional still photography, listing videos, 3D or 360° virtual tours, drone photography & videos (depending on a business need), and social media videos for for-sale or for-rent properties
Utilize advanced photography techniques and equipment to showcase the unique features and aesthetics of each property, allowing sellers and real estate agents to market their listing in the best light
Coordinate and interact with clients on-site to understand their specific photography needs and expectations
Provide guidance and direction to clients and property owners during photography sessions to achieve desired results and maximize the visual impact of images
Use cutting-edge proprietary technology to create captivating rich media experiences
Ensure that all photographs adhere to brand guidelines and represent properties accurately and attractively
Manage and maintain photography equipment, including cameras, lenses, and accessories, to ensure optimal performance and reliability
Organize and upload captured media for post-processing, meeting all deadlines and appointment punctuality, and adhering to availability guidelines.
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in real estate photography to continually improve skills and techniques
Develop creative concepts and ideas for photography to effectively showcase the unique selling points of each property
Collaborate with other team members such as Regional Managers, Market Leaders, and photographers as well as external partners such as real estate agents and marketing professionals to deliver cohesive visual assets for marketing campaigns and promotional materials
Adapt to future media, product, service, capture, or processing changes
Represent Zillow Media Experts in a professional manner