Photographer, Zillow Media Experts

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Zillow Media Experts is seeking experienced photographers for part-time real estate media work in Pittsburgh, PA. 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.

About the role

This is a part-time position in Pittsburgh, PA. 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. 

As a Photographer supporting Zillow Media Experts and our Listing Media Services, you will:

  • 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 

This role has been categorized as a Remote position. “Remote” employees do not have a permanent corporate office workplace and, instead, work from a physical location of their choice, which must be identified to the Company. U.S. employees may live in any of the 50 United States, with limited exceptions.

In California, Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Washington state, and Washington DC the standard base pay range for this role is $24.10 - $38.50 hourly. This base pay range is specific to these locations and may not be applicable to other locations. In Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Minnesota, Nevada, Ohio, Rhode Island, and Vermont the standard base pay range for this role is $22.90 - $36.50 hourly. The base pay range is specific to these locations and may not be applicable to other locations.

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 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. 

Requirements 

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