What are the responsibilities and job description for the Photographer, Media Experts position at Zillow?
About the Team
Zillow Media Experts seeks experienced photographers for part-time real estate media work in Dallas, TX.
Capture high-quality photos, videos, and 3D interactive floor plans to help real estate agents professionally market listings.
Drive between job sites in your market area, capture media, and successfully cull and upload media.
About the Role
This is a part-time position in Dallas, TX.
Photographers 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.
Responsibilities
- Capture industry-leading, professional still photography, listing videos, 3D or 360° virtual tours, drone photography & videos (depending on 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.
Requirements
- 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.
- 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.
- Internet upload speed of at least 15 Mbps is strongly preferred.
About Us
Zillow is reimagining real estate to make home a reality for more and more people.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with the best employees.
We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverages as well as parental leave, family benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.
