Real Estate Photographer/Videographer (Part-Time/Freelance)- job post CINÉSTATE™

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Join CINÉSTATE

CINÉSTATE is a growing real estate media company specializing in high-end listing content for agents, teams, developers, and brands across Ontario. We create cinematic real estate visuals designed to help properties stand out online and generate attention across social media, MLS, and digital campaigns.

We’re currently looking for talented Ottawa-based real estate photographers/videographers to join our freelance creative team on a part-time basis.

This role is ideal for someone who already shoots professionally, enjoys flexible project-based work, and can consistently deliver polished, high-quality content while representing the CINÉSTATE brand professionally on-site.

We are looking for shooters who understand architectural composition, lighting, pacing, cinematic presentation, and luxury branding – not just documentation.

What You’ll Be Doing

Capturing professional real estate photography for residential and commercial listings
Filming cinematic walkthrough videos and social-first vertical content
Capturing aerial/drone footage for listings and marketing campaigns
Working directly with agents, homeowners, and clients on-site
Managing shoots independently while maintaining CINÉSTATE creative standards
Uploading and organizing footage after shoots
Traveling throughout Ottawa for scheduled projects
Requirements

Strong portfolio showcasing real estate, architectural, or luxury-focused work (portfolio link required)
Ability to professionally shoot both photography and video content
Professional camera gear suitable for real estate media production
Wide-angle lens suitable for interior real estate photography
Experience capturing architectural details, textures, materials, and cinematic close-up compositions
Experience with gimbals and stabilized cinematic video shooting
Drone capability (drone license/certification preferred)
Ability to capture and deliver high-quality 4K 60fps video
Strong understanding of composition, lighting, framing, camera movement, and cinematic presentation
Strong understanding of vertical/social-first framing preferred
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout Ottawa
Flexible part-time availability, including occasional evenings/weekends
Ability to work independently while maintaining professional client communication
Strong attention to detail and ability to work within professional delivery timelines
Preferred Assets

Experience shooting luxury real estate
Strong understanding of luxury branding and presentation
Experience creating cinematic walkthrough videos and social-first content
FPV drone experience
Matterport, HomeOnTour, or 3D tour experience
Editing experience in Premiere Pro, Lightroom, or Final Cut
Experience working with real estate agents, builders, designers, or developers
What We Offer

Flexible freelance/part-time work
Consistent project opportunities across Ottawa
Opportunity to work on high-end listings and commercial projects
Creative and professional production environment with room for long-term growth
Opportunity to grow with a premium real estate media brand expanding across multiple markets
Competitive project-based compensation
Mileage reimbursement provided for shoots located more than 40km from your primary area of residence
To Apply

Please send:

Your portfolio link (required)
Instagram and/or website
Your equipment list (required)
Your location within Ottawa/ surrounding areas (required)
Your general availability and travel flexibility (required)
Drone certification status (if applicable)
Examples of both photo and video work
Optional but highly encouraged:

Submit a short 1-2 minute introduction video explaining your experience, shooting style, and why you’d be a strong fit for CINÉSTATE.
Email: info@cinestate.ca

Instagram: @cinestate.ca

Website: cinestate.ca

Job Types: Part-time, Freelance, Casual

Pay: $25.00-$60.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress
Flexible schedule
Mileage reimbursement
Application question(s):

Do you have any drone certification and/or experience operating drones? If yes, please provide details.
Please provide your portfolio link (required), Social media and/or website links (if applicable)
Do you own professional camera gear (suitable for real estate media production)? If so, please provide your equipment list.
Please provide link(s) to examples of your photo and /or video work
Please provide your location within Ottawa, your general availability, and your travel flexibility.
Work Location: On the road

 
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