Associate Photographer

Overview Associate Photographers are the talented and versatile team responsible for the media collection for Homes.com and Apartments.com. Equipped with a top‑of‑the‑line Pro3 Matterport, digital camera equipment and iPad, our Associate Photographers create virtual tours, floorplans and photography for residential homes. Each Associate Photographer is given a core territory in which they are responsible for servicing clients of Homes.com and Apartments.com. Responsibilities Support marketing efforts on our industry‑leading marketplaces, Homes.com and Apartments.com, by capturing beautiful 3‑D virtual tours and footprints. Create a portfolio of photographs to best feature homes and apartments, utilizing photography techniques to capture the spaces in the most pleasing way possible. Work closely with scheduling and dispatch teams to maximize appointments and meet our client’s demands. Professionally communicate with clients, sales, researcher partners, and management to strategically evaluate priorities, initiatives, and tasks. Own the market! While not working on a residential home, navigate one‑mile square grids to ensure complete commercial real estate data coverage. Identify new inventory, missing availability, and commercial properties to be photographed. Abide by CoStar safety standards to safeguard company vehicle and equipment. Represent CoStar in a professional manner at all times. Participate in conference calls with sales and research teams as needed. Physical Requirements Repetitive and frequent sitting in a car, standing and walking for up to 8 hours per day. Must lift, carry, and maneuver equipment weighing up to 5 pounds. Repetitive hand and arm movements are needed to type on a tablet or laptop and operate camera equipment. Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, lifting, twisting, and carrying are necessary to perform job functions. Ability to work and drive outside during all seasons. The ability to work weekends on a rotating schedule. Qualifications At least 2 years of professional experience. Real Estate Photography experience required. Experience working as a professional photographer, or a recently earned degree in photography. Be an experienced Drone Photographer with a FAA Part 107 License/Certification obtained within 30 days of offer. Strong time management skills and very detailed oriented. Capability to accurately capture and enter data. Excellent communication (oral and written) and organizational skills. Knowledge of Windows, Apple OS, Microsoft Office, and Internet applications. Enjoys working independently in a fast‑paced environment. Field experience preferred. Candidates must possess a current and valid driver’s license. Satisfactory completion of a Driving Record/Driving Abstract check prior to start. Driving history must reflect responsible driving behavior and compliance with traffic laws. Compensation The Associate Photographer position is hourly plus bonus‑eligible. The bonuses are paid on a monthly cycle and are based on your performance against pre‑determined performance metrics. We are seeking individuals who thrive in a metrics and performance‑based environment and who are driven by bonus incentives to produce great results. Benefits Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Medical / Vision / Dental / Prescription Drug Life, legal, and supplementary insurance Virtual and in‑person mental health counseling services for individuals and family 401(K) retirement plan with matching contributions Employee stock purchase plan Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Access to CoStar Group’s Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Employee Resource Groups We welcome all qualified candidates who are currently eligible to work full‑time in the United States to apply. However, please note that CoStar Group is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position. CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing. #J-18808-Ljbffr