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Radiate Photographer/Videographer
Part Time
In Field | San Diego County

Job Description

In this role, you will be responsible for capturing a variety of real estate media content for properties throughout San Diego County. While your primary focus will be photography, your work may also include capturing video, drone footage, 3D tours, floor plans, social media content, twilight photography, and more.

Most scheduled hours will involve shooting properties in the field. During slower periods or limited-shoot days, you may assist with training, practice shoots, equipment preparation, content creation, learning new shooting techniques, or other projects that support Radiate’s growth.

This is a physically demanding role that requires flexibility, reliability, and attention to detail. Some days you may be shooting high-end coastal or luxury homes, while others may involve smaller properties, condos, challenging access, or changing weather conditions. Regardless of the property, we expect consistent effort, professionalism, and pride in your work.

Radiate provides all professional camera, drone, gimbal, 3D tour, and other production equipment needed for assigned shoots.

5 Main Job Responsibilities

  • Become highly skilled in real estate photography and videography and always look for ways to improve your craft

  • Capture assigned properties and upload all files on time while remaining flexible with changing schedules, locations, and weather

  • Provide excellent customer interactions by being friendly, professional, and easy to work with at every shoot

  • Take care of all company-provided equipment and always keep gear organized, charged, and ready for shoots

  • Be willing to assist with training, practice, content creation, equipment preparation, or other internal projects when not actively shooting properties

Compensation

Hourly Rates (hours at a shoot)

  • $55/hr once photo certified

  • $65/hr once video certified

  • $20/hr for team meetings or training

  • $100/hr for twilight shoots

  • $0.70/mi mileage reimbursement for work-related travel in a personal vehicle

Hours of Work

  • This is a part-time role with hours based on client bookings and business needs

  • The position may initially begin with approximately 1–2 shoots per week, with opportunities for additional work as Radiate continues to grow

  • Weekday availability is strongly preferred

  • The more availability you can provide, the more scheduling opportunities may be available

  • You’ll maintain your availability by blocking out times you are unavailable in advance. When your calendar shows you as available, you are expected to be available for Radiate to schedule shoots during that time.

  • Once a shoot has been scheduled during your stated availability, reliability and honoring that commitment are essential

  • Occasional twilight, evening, or weekend availability is a plus

Job Requirements

  • Prior experience in photography and/or videography, demonstrated through a portfolio

  • Real estate photography or videography experience is a plus, but not required

  • Experience flying DJI drones

  • FAA Part 107 certification required before independently performing commercial drone work

  • Reliable transportation to travel throughout San Diego County

  • Valid driver’s license and appropriate automobile insurance

  • Reliable computer and internet connection for file uploads and communication

  • Strong attention to detail

  • Good communication skills

  • Dependable, punctual, and professional

  • Willingness to learn and follow Radiate’s shooting standards and workflow

What It’s Like to Work at Radiate

Radiate is built on trust, responsibility, and high standards.

We’re looking for people who take ownership of their work, care about the client experience, and show up prepared. This role is not about shortcuts or doing the bare minimum. It is about doing things the right way and taking pride in the outcome.

Customer service matters here. How you communicate, how you present yourself, and how you handle details on site are just as important as the quality of the media you deliver. We expect our team to think like owners, solve problems, and take responsibility when something needs to be handled.

The work can be demanding at times. Schedules change, days can be full, and expectations are high. We support each other, rely on clear systems, and value consistency over chaos.

Radiate is a growing company, and opportunities here are earned through reliability, effort, and professionalism. If you care about doing good work, treating people well, and being part of a team that values accountability, you’ll fit in.

Radiate Core Values

  • We take responsibility from start to finish.

    What this looks like in practice:

    • Arriving prepared and on time without needing follow-ups

    • Owning the entire shoot experience, not just individual tasks

    • Raising potential issues early and helping find solutions

    • Treating client homes, schedules, and expectations with respect

    • Handling small problems on site without being asked

  • How we treat people is just as important as the work we deliver.

    What this looks like in practice:

    • Being friendly, calm, and professional at every shoot

    • Communicating clearly with agents, homeowners, and teammates

    • Setting expectations and following through on commitments

    • Leaving properties clean, respected, and well cared for

    • Helping clients feel confident they chose the right media partner

  • We aim to deliver strong work every time, not just once.

    What this looks like in practice:

    • Following Radiate standards and workflows on every project

    • Paying close attention to composition, lighting, and details

    • Delivering organized files and complete uploads on time

    • Giving the same level of care to every property we shoot

    • Staying open to feedback and refining our craft

  • We do what we say we will do and we communicate when things change.

    What this looks like in practice:

    • Showing up on time and meeting deadlines

    • Communicating early if an issue or delay arises

    • Taking responsibility when mistakes happen and helping fix them

    • Respecting internal processes and team workflows

    • Being someone others can confidently rely on

  • We are committed to getting better over time.

    What this looks like in practice:

    • Taking feedback seriously and applying it to future work

    • Learning new techniques tools and systems as needed

    • Asking questions when something is unclear

    • Adapting as Radiate grows and improves its processes

    • Taking pride in steady progress and development

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