Real Estate Photographer (Full-Time)

Location: Hickory, NC

Job Type: Full-time, W-2

Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM availability required

Pay: $25 to $30 per hour, based on training and certifications

Job Description
Love working with people, being on the move, and doing something different every day?
We are a growing real estate media company hiring a dependable, outgoing, and professional Real Estate Photographer to serve Hickory and surrounding areas.

No professional photography experience is required. We provide paid training and can teach the technical side of real estate photography, drone photography, and video.

What matters most to us is strong communication, reliability, professionalism, customer service, and a willingness to learn.

This is a full-time W-2 position, not a freelance photography role or side gig. We are looking for someone who can fully commit to the position and grow with our team.

What You'll Do

Travel to residential properties for scheduled real estate photography appointments
Capture interior and exterior property photos using company guidelines
Provide a friendly, professional experience for real estate agents and homeowners
Upload media after appointments
Follow company systems, shot lists, and quality standards
Learn additional services such as drone photography and real estate video
Work independently while staying responsive to the team

Schedule and Service Area
You must be available Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
This position typically offers 30 to 40 hours per week, depending on booking volume.

We primarily serve

Hickory
Lenoir
Morganton

Candidates located in Hickory, Lenoir, Taylorsville, Newton, or Conover are encouraged to apply.
Average drive time is approximately 30 minutes, with some appointments up to about one hour away.
Compensation

Paid training: $20/hour
Drone certified: $25/hour
Video capable: $30/hour
Mileage reimbursement: $0.30 per mile between appointments

Hourly pay begins at the start of your first appointment and continues through the end of your final appointment of the day.
What We're Looking For The strongest candidates will be:

Friendly, upbeat, and comfortable talking with new people
Clear and confident communicators
Professional and client-focused
Reliable and punctual
Coachable and open to feedback
Comfortable working independently
Organized and able to follow systems and checklists
Comfortable using mobile apps and technology
Interested in learning photography, drone, and video services
Looking for a long-term, full-time opportunity

Photography experience is welcome, but not required. Experience in customer service, hospitality, sales, retail, real estate, or other client-facing roles can be a strong fit.
Additional Requirements

Reliable vehicle and willingness to drive throughout the service area
Ability to work in an active field role that may include carrying equipment, walking through properties, using stairs, and filming video
High-speed internet with a minimum 300 Mbps upload speed
Consistent Monday through Friday availability

Why Join Us?
We are a growing startup focused on providing excellent service to our clients.
You will receive paid training and have the opportunity to develop skills in:

Real estate photography
Drone photography
Real estate video
Client communication
Property marketing

Ready to Apply?
If you’re energetic, dependable, and excited to learn creative media skills while working with an awesome team, we’d love to meet you.
Apply today and take the first step toward becoming part of the Win The Listings team.

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Application Question(s):

This role involves working independently, entering private homes, and building long-term client trust. Are you confident you could pass a background check if requested?

Work Location: On the road