Photographer/Videographer

ROLE SUMMARY

The team at White Oak Media is looking for a talented Creative Specialist who is experienced in photography, videography, and drone operation. The ideal candidate will have an eye for detail and advanced client relationship and customer service skills. They will also possess a growth mindset, always being open to feedback and direction, while looking for ways to improve their skills and innovate. Additionally, they will be passionate and understand that producing high-quality content starts with a love for the craft. In this role, we are looking for someone who will be able to hit the ground running and make immediate contributions to the organization with minimal oversight.

WHO IS WHITE OAK MEDIA?

White Oak Media is a full-service Real Estate, Interior, and Commercial Photography and Videography company. We specialize in capturing stunning images and videos that showcase their unique features and selling points. Our listing photo and video services, in combination with our brand development expertise, provide real value to our clients through sincere relationships and high-quality media. We understand the importance of building your brand and our media services are designed to complement and enhance it. We provide the Northern Shenandoah Valley and surrounding area realtors & businesses with not only the best marketing content but also an exceptional experience.

THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build and Maintain Strong Client Relationships: You will have the opportunity to proactively connect with our clients, understand their specific requirements, and maintain strong relationships to deliver exceptional service and foster long-term partnerships.
• Tell Stories: Your creative talents will help to skillfully tell visual stories through your images, capturing the unique features and character of each property to create emotional connections with potential buyers.
• Make an Impact: Joining our rapidly growing agency provides a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on our company's growth and success.
• Get and Stay Organized: Maintain organization while managing your calendar, equipment, files, and resources, ensuring a smooth workflow, maximized productivity, and quick turnaround times.
• Never Stop Learning and Growing: Practice and perfect your craft while learning new skills. Get direction up front, creative feedback throughout, and an evaluation at completion.

WHY YOU’LL BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE

• You have 2-3 years of creative experience as a professional or independent creative contractor.
• You are a passionate creative with refined photography, videography, and drone operation skills.
• You have a valid Part 107 drone pilot certification, or are willing/able to obtain one within 4 weeks of employment.
• You are professional and showcase etiquette, a positive attitude, and excellent customer service skills.
• You are great with clients and understand the importance of customer service and relationship building.
• You are analytical and possess strong creative, problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• You can function under pressure in a fast-paced and at times stressful environment.
• You are detail obsessive and understand the importance of attention to detail.
• You are kind and personable and showcase empathy in and outside of work.
• You have a growth mindset and constantly challenge yourself to harness your full potential.
• You take feedback well and constantly look for ways to improve your craft and the craft of those around you.
• Your work is consistent and you make sure to stay disciplined and motivated to put your best foot forward.
• You have a valid driver’s license and/or reliable transportation that you can always use for the job.

BONUS POINTS

• Real estate industry, marketing/sales, client directing, and/or business/operations experience.
• You’re comfortable using a 3-axis gimbal to shoot stabilized video content.
• Proficiency with DSLR camera systems and lenses.
• Experienced completing personal branding projects, setting up studio lighting, using flash, and shooting portrait photography.

WORK HOURS & EARNING POTENTIAL

• Pay will be $25-31/hr (based on experience).
• Working hours will range from 30-40 per week, 5 days per week.
• Overtime will be paid for work completed over 40 hours per week, as necessary.
• Exact working hours are dependent on the needs of the business and the completion of projects.
• The standard work schedule ranges from Monday to Friday, 9:00A to 6:00P, with necessary flexibility for evening and/or weekend hours.
• Gas reimbursement card for mileage traveled for work at the standard rate.
• Up to 10 days of Paid Time-Off (PTO) after 90 days of employment, with additional paid Holiday Time Off.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions
• Repeating motions that may include the arms, wrists, hand, and/or fingers
• Operating light machinery and/or electronic equipment
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned
• Driving to complete job duties and standing for extended periods of time

White Oak Media provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $31.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Compensation Package:

• Hourly pay

Schedule:

• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Please provide us with a link to your photography/videography portfolio. This can be a website or a folder with samples of your best work. If you are sharing a folder, please make sure we are able to access it.
• Do you have any paid experience working with cameras? If so, please provide a brief description of the types of work you were paid to do with a camera. For example, graduation photos, wedding videography, portraits, etc.
• Do you have experience using a 3-Axis Gimbal for video stabilization? If so, how many years and what is your comfort level?
• Do you have your Part 107 FAA Drone Certification? If not, are you willing to acquire it within your first month of employment?
• Are you available to work Monday-Friday from 9:00A to 6:00P without any scheduling conflicts? Are you available to work evenings and/or weekends as needed?
• Do you currently live within 15 miles of Leesburg, VA?
• Are you comfortable commuting every day for the role and do you have reliable transportation that you can always use for the job?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $31