For Photographers: Earn $200-900 per shoot
Drone Photography Jobs in Illinois, United States
Aerial photography using professional drones
$200-900/shoot
Direct payment
Set your schedule
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Illinois Real Estate Market
Illinois has 54,700 active real estate agents and over 148,000 home sales per year — each one a potential photography client. Properties sell in an average of 34 days, and agents need fast turnaround on listing photos.
$295K
Median Home Price
148K+
Home Sales / Year
54,700
Active Agents
+6.1%
Price Growth (YoY)
13 photographers already active on PropPhoto in Illinois.
How Drone Photography Jobs Work in Illinois
1
Create Profile
Sign up free, add drone photography to your services.
2
Get Contacted
Agents find you and reach out with job details, property info, and scheduling.
3
Shoot Property
Arrive on-site, capture interior/exterior photos. Typical shoot: 1-2 hours.
4
Edit & Deliver
Process photos, deliver within 24-48 hours via online gallery or download link.
5
Get Paid
Invoice your client directly. Most photographers collect payment within 7-14 days.
Drone Photography Earnings in Illinois
Photographers offering drone photography in Illinois can add significant income to their real estate photography business.
Add-on Rate
$100-300
Per property when added to photo packages.
Frequently Asked Questions About Drone Photography Jobs in Illinois
How much can I earn offering drone photography in Illinois?
Drone Photography typically adds $100-300 per property to your earnings in Illinois. With 54,700 active agents and 148K+ home sales per year, there's strong demand for specialized services.
What equipment do I need for drone photography?
Requirements vary by service. Ensure you have professional-grade drone photography equipment before accepting jobs in Illinois.
How do I get drone photography clients in Illinois?
Update your PropPhoto profile to include drone photography and set Illinois as your service area. Properties here sell in an average of 34 days, so agents need photographers who can deliver quickly.
How quickly do I need to deliver?
Most clients expect delivery within 24-48 hours. Communicate turnaround times clearly when accepting jobs.