About the teamShowingTime+ is seeking experienced photographers for part-time real estate media work. Apply your skills to the Real Estate industry, capturing high-quality photos, videos, drone imagery, 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. ShowingTime+’s photographers will be expected to drive between job sites in their market area, capture media, and complete minor editing work.

About the role

This is a part-time position. Photographers in this role will typically work 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. 

As a Photographer supporting ShowingTime+ and our Listing Media Services, you will:

Capture industry-leading, professional still photography, listing videos, 3D or 360° virtual tours, drone photography & videos, 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 Showingtime+ in a professional manner

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.

In California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New York, Washington state, and Washington DC the standard base pay range for this role is $17.10 - $27.30 Hourly. This base pay range is specific to California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New York, Washington state, and Washington DC and may not be applicable to other locations.

In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role are eligible for incentive compensation and equity awards. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance and location.

Who you are

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 on a daily basis).

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. 

Requirements 

The ability to learn ShowingTime+’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.

Ability to obtain and maintain an FAA Part 107 drone license and operate a drone in a safe manner in accordance with FAA regulations.

Possession of a valid driver's license 

Operate and maintain and/or procure reliable transportation 

Ability to drive longer distances, covering an area with a 60+ mile radius.

Access to reliable internet upload speeds for daily uploads

Required Equipment:

A professional full frame or crop sensor DSLR/mirrorless camera with the ability to shoot 5 bracket, Auto Exposure Bracketing ‘AEB’. (ex: Canon R7, R5, 6DmkII, 5DmkIV)

Wide-angle lens (ex: Full Frame - 15-35mm, Crop Sensor - 10-22mm)

Tripod and Adjustable Tripod Head 

Get to know us

Zillow is reimagining real estate to make home a reality for more and more people.

As the most-visited real estate website in the United States, Zillow® and its affiliates help movers find and win their home through digital solutions, first class partners, and easier buying, selling, financing and renting experiences. Millions of people visit Zillow Group sites every month to start their home search, and now they can rely on Zillow to help make it easier to move. The work we do helps people get home and no matter what job you're in, you will play a critical role in making home a reality for more and more people.

Our efforts to streamline the real estate transaction are supported by a deep-rooted culture of innovation, our passion to redefine the employee experience, a fundamental commitment to Equity and Belonging, and world-class benefits. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverages as well as parental leave, family benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off. We’re also setting the standard for work experiences of the future, where our employees are supported in doing their best work and living a flexible, well-balanced life. But don’t just take our word for it. Read recent reviews on Glassdoor and recent recognition from multiple organizations, including: the 100 Best Companies to Work For, Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award, Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index, Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Corporate Equity Index, and TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

Zillow Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with the best employees. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact your recruiter directly.

Applicants who receive job offers from Zillow Group will be asked to sign a Proprietary Rights Agreement which includes confidentiality, intellectual property assignment, and customer and employee non-solicitation provisions. If you are contacted for a role at Zillow Group and wish to review a copy of the Proprietary Rights Agreement prior to receiving an offer, you may request a copy from your Recruiter.