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Photographer / Videographer / Drone Pilot (Contractor)) Job at Signature Real Es

Signature Real Estate Media, Wichita, KS, United States


Company: SigMedia Pay: $25 per service (photo, video, or drone) + mileage reimbursement Schedule: Flexible | Typical service hours between 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Real Estate Media Photographer / Videographer (Contractor) Company: SigMedia Type: Independent Contractor Pay: $25 per service (photo, video, or drone) + mileage reimbursement Schedule: Flexible | Typical service hours between 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM About SigMedia SigMedia provides high-quality real estate photography, videography, and drone services to over 700 real estate agents and produces media for roughly 2,000 homes per year . Our team focuses on speed, reliability, and consistency to support agents who need fast, professional marketing media for their listings. Position Overview We are looking for reliable independent contractor photographers and videographers to capture real estate media for residential and commercial listings. This is a volume-based position designed for creatives who want flexible work and supplemental income. Photographers in our network typically complete 4–7 homes per day during peak season , with an average of 2 services per property (photo, video, or drone). This role focuses strictly on capturing media . Our internal editing team handles all post-production, allowing photographers to focus on shooting and moving efficiently between appointments. Compensation $25 per service Photography Video Drone Mileage reimbursement Typical jobs include multiple services per property Flexible schedule allows you to accept jobs based on availability Responsibilities Arrive on time to scheduled property shoots Capture high-quality real estate photography, video, and/or drone footage Follow SigMedia shooting guidelines for consistency Upload media promptly after each shoot Maintain professional communication with clients when on-site Move efficiently between scheduled appointments Requirements Your own camera, lenses, laptop, gimbal, etc. Reliable vehicle for transportation between shoots Ability to work within 9 AM – 5 PM service windows Strong time management and ability to complete multiple shoots per day Professional appearance and communication with agents and homeowners Drone Requirement Applicants must obtain an FAA Part 107 Drone Certification within 30 days of hiring if they do not already hold one. Ideal Candidate Photography or video experience Comfortable working independently Efficient and organized Looking for flexible work or supplemental income Why Join SigMedia Flexible contractor schedule No editing required Consistent work volume Work with a network of 700+ real estate agents Example Pay Scenarios SigMedia pays $25 per service . A service includes Photography, Video, or Drone . Most properties request multiple services, and photographers typically shoot 4–5 homes per day . Across those homes, photographers usually complete 4–12 services per day , depending on the listing package ordered. Mileage reimbursement is paid in addition to service pay. -Scenario 1 — Light Day (One service per property) 4 homes × 1 service each = 4 services 4 services × $25 = $100 mileage reimbursement Estimated daily earnings: ~$100+ -Scenario 2 — Typical Day (Two services per property) 4 homes × 2 services each = 8 services 8 services × $25 = $200 mileage reimbursement Estimated daily earnings: ~$200+ Scenario 3 — Full Service Day (Three services per property) 4 homes × 3 services each = 12 services 12 services × $25 = $300 mileage reimbursement Estimated daily earnings: ~$300+ What Most Photographers Earn Most SigMedia photographers currently shoot 4–5 homes per day and average $900–$1,100 per week (not including mileage) depending on service packages and availability. -Example Weekly Earnings Part-Time Schedule (3 days per week) Average $200/day $200 × 3 days = $600/week -Full-Time Schedule (5 days per week) Average $200/day $200 × 5 days = $1,000/week -Busy Season Potential During peak real estate seasons, photographers who are available most weekdays often earn $1,100+ per week (just in services) due to higher listing volume. *This is a volume-based role, meaning photographers who are efficient and comfortable shooting multiple homes per day tend to maximize their earnings. #J-18808-Ljbffr