Architectural Photographer Manager- Houston, TX

Job Description

Architectural Photographer Manager- Houston, TX

Job Description

OVERVIEW

CoStar delivers real-time, verified commercial real estate data that helps clients confidently spot great opportunities and make smart choices ahead of competitors. By combining the power of CoStar's independent research organization - the industry's largest - with global data delivery, software, and application solutions, clients can act on opportunities with confidence.

The Research team is the heart of CoStar, capturing market-critical information that enables our commercial real estate clients to make informed, high impact business decisions daily. CoStar Group's research contributes to the most important segment of our economy, helping businesses open offices, retail stores, warehouses, and manufacturing facilities. CoStar Group is seeking an Architectural Photographer to join our growing research organization.

As the Architectural Photographer Manager, you will lead, develop, and motivate a team of Architectural Photographers in their region. CoStar Architectural Photographers provide high-quality photography, drone video & images, 3D virtual tours, and walk-through videos on high-visibility commercial and multi-family properties. CoStar Group customers rely on our team to visually complete the marketing vision of their assets.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Train, mentor, and coach a growing team of 10+ professional, staff Architectural Photographers.
• Source and hire experienced, full-time team members in key geographies.
• Spend quality time with local and regional team members to demonstrate best practice with media collection, postproduction, process optimization, and customer service.
• Review incoming media to determine its quality relative to standards and guidelines.
• Provide constructive and actionable feedback to team members to meet both production and quality expectations.
• Professional and effective communication with clients and internal partners during all aspects of the media shoot including scheduling, set up and on site.
• Continued learning and development of your craft, including staying up to date on new techniques and technology.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree with 2+ years' experience managing a team of photographers
• Experience capturing real estate or architectural photos and videos
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, IE: Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, or similar

PREFERRED QUALIFCATIONS AND SKILLS

• Be knowledgeable of MAC OS and MS Office
• Experience as a drone photographer with a FAA Part 107 License/Certification
• Experience developing strong personal relationships with key contacts at assigned companies
• Experience managing multiple responsibilities and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment without missing deadlines

OVERVIEW OF COMPANY:

Founded in 1987, CoStar Group is the leading provider of commercial real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Our suite of online services enables clients to analyze, interpret and gain unmatched insight on commercial property values, market conditions and current availability. Behind some of the most well-known brands in the industry, CoStar Group includes CoStar, the largest provider of CRE research and real-time data; LoopNet, the most heavily trafficked mobile and online real estate marketplace; Apartments.com, the premier rental home resource for renters, property managers and owners; STR, the leading provider of performance benchmarking and comparative analytics to the hotel industry; BizBuySell, the largest online marketplace for businesses-for-sales; and Lands of America, the leading operator of online marketplaces for rural real estate.

Headquartered in Washington, DC, CoStar Group maintains offices throughout the U.S. and in Europe, Canada, and Asia with a staff of over 4,300 worldwide.

WHATS IN IT FOR YOU:

Working at CoStar Group means you'll enjoy a culture of collaboration and innovation that attracts the best and brightest across a broad range of disciplines. In addition to generous compensation and performance-based incentives, you'll be supported in both your professional and academic growth with internal training, tuition reimbursement, and an inter-office exchange program.

Our benefits package includes (but is not limited to):

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Medical / Vision / Dental / Prescription Drug
• Life, legal, and supplementary insurance
• Commuter and parking benefits
• 401(K) retirement plan with matching contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Be part of a team of professionals enjoying the opportunity to learn, do, and grow in a rewarding atmosphere. But don't just take our word for it -- see why our team chose to work at and stay at CoStar Group: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CVbJRnJ2sX0

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CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing