Associate Photographer

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re currently seeking an Associate Photographer for an exciting opportunity in Knoxville, TN. This full-time role offers a dynamic mix of on-the-job photography and travel to various properties, with some in-office requirements.

As an Associate Photographer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting marketing efforts by capturing high-quality images and 3-D virtual tours that highlight residential and commercial properties. Working closely with a dedicated team, you’ll have the chance to make a real impact while developing your photography skills in a fast-paced, independent environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Photography: Capture stunning images and 3-D virtual tours to showcase homes, apartments, and commercial properties. Utilize advanced photography techniques to create a portfolio that highlights each space in the best possible light.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the scheduling and dispatch teams to ensure appointments are efficiently maximized and client demands are met.
• Market Ownership: Take charge of local market coverage by navigating commercial properties and one-mile grids to ensure complete data coverage, identifying new inventory, and filling in missing availability.
• Client Communication: Engage professionally with clients, sales teams, research partners, and management to evaluate priorities and strategically plan tasks and initiatives.
• Safety and Representation: Adhere to safety standards to protect company equipment and vehicle, and always represent the client in a professional manner.
• Ongoing Team Collaboration: Participate in conference calls with sales and research teams to ensure smooth coordination and execution of tasks.

Qualifications:

• Photography Experience: Minimum of 2 years of professional photography experience, with field experience preferred. Recent graduates with a degree in photography will also be considered.
• Technical Skills: Experience with Matterport is highly valued, though we will provide training for qualified candidates. A strong understanding of Windows, Apple OS, and Microsoft Office is required.
• Data Accuracy: Ability to accurately capture and enter data, while learning new concepts like commercial real estate terminology and mapping.
• Independent Work Style: Self-motivated with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, independent environment.
• Attention to Detail: Strong time management skills and a keen eye for detail.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for long periods while driving, and stand or walk for up to 8 hours a day.
• Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 5 pounds.
• Frequent hand and arm movements to operate camera equipment and type on tablets or laptops.
• Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, and carrying are necessary to complete tasks.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and drive in various seasons.
• Willingness to work weekends on a rotating schedule.

Perks & Benefits:

• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage: Medical, Vision, Dental, and Prescription Drug.
• Retirement Planning: 401(K) retirement plan with matching contributions.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Paid Time Off.
• Insurance: Life, Legal, and Supplementary Insurance.
• Mental Health Support: Virtual and in-person mental health counseling services for individuals and families.
• Educational Support: Tuition reimbursement and access to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Employee Resource Groups.

Ready to join the team?

If you meet the qualifications and are excited to take on a new challenge as an Associate Photographer, apply now! Our recruitment team will be in touch to guide you through the process and advocate on your behalf.

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.