Real Estate Photographer

Real Estate Photographer (Independent Contractor – 1099)

Location: Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas

Ziprent is seeking reliable, experienced Real Estate Photographers with strong editing skills to support our growing rental market.

Assignments will begin on an as-needed basis but will increase as our presence in the area expands.

Service Area Requirements

Must be willing to service Knoxville, TN and surrounding areas
Minimum 50-mile travel radius required (preference for those open to longer distances)

About This Role

As a fully remote property management company, our field appointments include tasks beyond standard real estate photography. Please apply only if you are comfortable handling the full scope of field responsibilities.

Each listing appointment includes:

Fully edited listing photos
Lockbox pick-up and installation
Key management and key testing
Completing an initial property walkthrough and submitting a condition report

Appointments typically take around 2 hours, but can vary depending on property size.

Responsibilities

Independent Contractor (1099) position
Respond promptly to new assignment requests via email
Required 24 hour turnaround time
Be available for multiple shoots per month
Deliver 15–25 professionally edited, high-quality interior/exterior photos
Pick up and install smart lockboxes (within ~35 miles of home or assignment location)
Replace lockbox batteries (provided by Ziprent)
Install electronic and classic lockboxes, document installation, and test all keys
Complete an initial property walkthrough and submit a full condition report (approx. 1 hour; varies by property)
Capture 3D Zillow Tours + Floorplans (requires compatible 360 camera)
Submit invoices and accept payment via ACH
Compensation typically ranges $225–$325+ per appointment

Required

Real estate photography portfolio
Professional photography equipment, including a 360 camera compatible with Zillow
Advanced photo editing skills
High-quality wide-angle lens
Valid driver’s license
Flexible schedule
Willingness to travel 50+ miles
Excellent communication skills
Updated mobile device capable of taking clear images for walkthrough reports

Good to Have

Knowledge of FHA and housing compliance (CO detectors, smoke alarms, heating/AC)
Strong attention to detail
Tech-savvy abilities

Qualifications

Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
Clean background
Professional demeanor
Real estate photography and editing experience
Strong written communication skills

How to Apply

Please email your portfolio and/or website link to [email protected] with the following:

Full name
City of residence
General weekly availability (Monday-Sunday 8am-6pm)
Please list all counties you are willing to service. A minimum 35–50 mile radius is required. Travel fees apply for distances over 35 miles each way (70 miles roundtrip)
Confirm what 360 camera you have that is compatible with taking Zillow 3D tours/floorplans (Can not be a mobile device)

No phone calls, please.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $50.00 - $100.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Application Question(s):

Please confirm you have reviewed the full scope of tasks and understand that detailed property inspection reports and lockbox pick-ups are required as part of the role.
Please list all counties you are willing to service.
Please confirm your general weekly availability (Monday–Sunday, 8 AM–6 PM).
Please describe your real estate photography shooting techniques and provide links to your portfolio or website.
Please confirm that you have a 360° camera compatible with Zillow for 3D tours and floor plans. Kindly specify the make and model of the camera you currently use.

Work Location: In person