Photographer, Zillow Media Experts (Chicago, IL)

Zillow Media Experts busca fotógrafos experimentados para trabajo a tiempo parcial en Chicago, IL, capturando fotos, videos y recorridos 3D de propiedades para ayudar a los agentes inmobiliarios a comercializar listados. El rol implica conducir entre sitios de trabajo, capturar medios de alta calidad y subirlos, coordinando con clientes en el sitio y manteniendo equipos. Se espera que los fotógrafos trabajen de 10 a 20 horas por semana, con posible aumento en períodos de alta demanda.

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

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.
• Located near Chicago, IL
• 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 zoom 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 have

• Internet upload speed of at least 15 Mbps is strongly preferred.