What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contract - Real Estate Photographer/Videographer position at Nordy Photography?
Nordy Photography is hiring a real estate media photographer to capture photo, video, drone, and 3D tour content for homes and communities.
This is a client-facing, on-location role focused on capturing clean, consistent real estate media while following Nordy’s shooting processes, standards, and guidelines.
Prior real estate photography experience is required — we are looking for someone who is motivated, professional, detail-oriented, and able to learn quickly.
Most appointments are scheduled Monday–Friday between 8:30am and 5:00pm, so weekday availability during those hours is important. You’ll need reliable transportation and be comfortable driving between properties. Scheduling is tied directly to your Google Calendar, so accurate availability and avoiding double-bookings is a must.
Just as important as learning the technical side is how you show up on-site. You’ll be working with everyone from high-producing agents and builder teams to homeowners who may be experiencing their first listing. Clear communication, professionalism, punctuality, and a steady presence matter here.
We will provide the resources and clear processes to help you learn how we shoot and deliver consistent media. The right fit is someone who takes direction well, uses the tools provided, follows processes closely, asks thoughtful questions, and is committed to improving.
*****Compensation is per project and varies based on property size, complexity, and products ordered. This is not hourly pay.
Requirements
- 1 year minimum real estate photography & videography experience required
- Ability to learn quickly and apply feedback
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication, professionalism, and punctuality
- Ability to follow processes, checklists, and shooting standards
- Comfortable using training resources and asking questions when needed
- Minimum availability of 3 days/week, Monday–Friday between 8:30am–5:00pm
- Strong time management and calendar skills
- Comfortable driving between multiple locations per day
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to upload all files by 8:00pm on shoot days
- Comfortable working independently and representing Nordy on-site
Equipment
Applicants should have access to the following equipment needed for the role, which includes:
- Drone with high-quality camera (video capability required)
- DSLR or mirrorless camera with bracketing capabilities (video capability required)
- Wide-angle lens
- Tripod with 3-axis head
- Matterport or compatible 360 camera
- Computer with high-speed internet for uploading files
- Smartphone, iPhone or Android
Pay: $35.00 - $250.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Application Question(s):
- Do you have all of the required equipment listed?
- Are you able to shoot in 5-bracketed exposures and provide RAW image files?
- Please provide a working link to your real estate photography and/or video portfolio.
- Confirm you can commute within 55 miles of Downtown Des Moines
License/Certification:
- Drivers License (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $35 - $250