Freelance Real Estate Photographer - Richmond, VA

Archi-Pix; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 276,000; Part time

Job summary

Archi-pix is a real estate media company in Richmond, VA seeking contracted part-time photographers. Flexible schedule and competitive pay per shoot; no photo editing required.

No prior real estate photography experience is required. Photographers are paid by the shoot, typically $60–$200 per shoot, with 1–hour appointments and up to 4–5 shoots per day possible.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of professional photography experience.
• Full-frame camera (>=24MP) and tripod.
• Wide-angle zoom lens (12–24mm/14–24mm); no APS-C.
• Professional drone and FAA Part 107 cert; training offered.
• Reliable transportation and fast file uploads.
• Availability M-F and some weekends.

Responsibilities

• Photograph properties for real estate needs; no editing required.
• Attend local assignments, up to 4–5 shoots per day when scheduled.
• Maintain professional client interactions and adhere to guidelines.
• Register as own business when contracting.

Skills

Photography experience

Drone operation

Full-frame camera

Wide-angle lens

Reliable transportation

Background check

Self-employment registration

Interpersonal skills

File uploads

FAA Part 107 training

Tools

Drone

Camera gear

Tripod

Drone

Laptop/Computer

Job description

Archi-pix is a real estate media company and we are looking to expand our team of contracted part-time photographers in the Richmond, VA area. Flexible schedule and great pay for motivated individuals. No photo editing required!

If you are looking for a position as a professional photographer, this could be the job for you. No need to have previous real estate photography experience. Photographers are paid by the shoot. Typical pay range is $60 - $200 per shoot (depends on photography package ordered by client and can be higher than $200 at times) and each appointment typically takes an hour or less. Photographers may have as many as 4-5 appointments per day.

Photographer Requirements:

• 1-2 Years of Professional Photography Experience Required
• Professional-grade camera with FULL FRAME sensor & resolution of at least 24MP, a professional-grade tripod
• A wide angle zoom lens (12-24mm or 14-24mm)
• NO APS-C sensors
• A professional drone
• Reliable transportation
• Strong computer skills
• Knowledge of bracketing (Covered in training)
• An ability to adapt to our comprehensive photography guidelines
• Internet connection and laptop computer suitable for quickly uploading large files
• Availability to take on assignments in your local market M-F and occasionally on weekends
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, as well as the ability to maintain a professional demeanor when interacting with our clients and support staff
• Well-organized, motivated, with an attention to detail and strong follow-up skills
• Receptive and accommodating to constructive feedback
• Ability to pass a background check
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment and technology!
• Contractors will need to register as their own business.

All of our team members are trained in photography, videography, 3D tour technology and are FAA Part 107 certified drone operators. Drone, video and 3D tour experience are a plus, but we are willing to train the right individuals for the job.

If you are not already FAA certified, you will have to take a written test for FAA certification within your first 30 days.