Freelance Photographer

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPay: $75.00 - $125.00 per hourJob description:ResponsibilitiesExecute HDR interior and exterior ground photography following MAM’s standardized shot list (provided at onboarding)Fly drone aerials capturing exterior overview, lot context, and neighborhood shots per MAM’s aerial shot listCapture drone video footage: orbital passes, ascending reveal shot, flyover, and any specified creative movesRecord gimbal-stabilized listing walkthrough video covering all key interior spaces and exterior featuresComplete all services in a single coordinated property visitObtain LAANC airspace authorization before every shoot in controlled airspace using FAA DroneZone, AirMap, or KittyhawkCommunicate professionally with listing agents, sellers, or property contacts on-siteUpload all RAW photo files and all RAW/LOG video files (clearly labeled by type) to MAM’s cloud delivery folder within 4 hours of shoot completionReport any access issues, property readiness problems, airspace restrictions, or equipment failures to MAM’s coordinator immediatelyNon-Negotiable RequirementsFAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (current, not expired) — legally required for all commercial drone operationsProfessional drone capable of 4K aerial video and RAW aerial stills: DJI Mavic 3 Pro, DJI Air 3, DJI Phantom 4 Pro V2, or equivalentFull-frame or APS-C mirrorless or DSLR camera with ultra-wide angle lens (16–24mm equivalent): Sony A7 series, Canon R series, Nikon Z series, or equivalentGimbal stabilizer or equivalent for listing walkthrough video (DJI RS4, Zhiyun Crane, or equivalent)Professional tripod and remote shutter releaseGeneral liability insurance: minimum $1,000,000 per occurrence (Mountain Ascent Media listed as additional insured)Drone hull/liability insurance: minimum $500,000 per occurrenceValid Texas driver’s license and reliable vehicleAbility to deliver organized, labeled RAW photo files and RAW/LOG video footage to MAM’s shared cloud folder within 4 hours of shoot completionMinimum 6 months of verifiable professional real estate photography experience with a portfolio of 10+ recent DFW residential propertiesProfessional, client-facing demeanor — you represent Mountain Ascent Media at every property