As a real estate photography company, we are always looking for ways to make our clients’ lives easier. That’s why we’re excited to help you leverage Zillow Showcase, an exclusive listing platform designed to enhance visibility and engagement for your properties. Not only do we provide high-quality real estate media, but we also streamline the process by uploading your content to Zillow Showcase for you upon request. In this blog, we’ll clearly outline what you, the agent, are responsible for, versus what we handle to ensure a seamless experience.
Zillow Showcase: A Premium Listing Advantage
As a Zillow Showcase agent, you already know this platform gives your listings a premium edge. With Zillow 3D Home tours and interactive floor plans, your properties stand out, attracting more buyers. Its limited availability, subscription-based model, and AI-powered enhancements make it a valuable tool for top agents.
Key Features of Zillow Showcase:
- Exclusive Access: Only select agents can use Showcase listings.
- Subscription-Based: Requires a paid subscription.
- Higher Visibility: Listings receive premium placement.
- AI-Enhanced Media: Advanced technology improves virtual tours.
- 3D Tours & Interactive Floor Plans: These are required for all Showcase listings and are seamlessly connected within the Zillow platform.
Agent Responsibilities vs. Our Services
What You Are Responsible For:
- Booking Your Photo Shoot
- If you would like to book a Zillow 3D Home tour, you must also book a photo session. This ensures we capture all necessary media for your listing.
- Click here to place your order.
- Designating Us as Your Media Provider
- When creating a Zillow Showcase listing, log in to ShowingTime+ and select “I have my own photographer.”
- Send us an invitation through the platform so we can receive the necessary media upload link.
- How to Invite Us as Your Photographer
- Log in to ShowingTime+.
- Navigate to Zillow Showcase and select “I have my own photographer.”
- Send an invitation directly through the platform.
- We will receive an email with details about the shoot and upload requirements.
- Key Points About Inviting a Photographer for Zillow Showcase:
- Agent Initiates Contact: You are responsible for choosing a photographer and sending the invitation.
- Platform Access: The invitation provides us with the necessary information, including media capture expectations (still photos, 3D tour, floor plan) and upload details.
- Option to Use Own Photographer: While Zillow provides photographers, you can choose your own—but you must still send an invitation through the platform.
- Preparing for the Shoot
- Ensure the property is photo-ready before the scheduled session.
- Be aware that at least 10 high-quality photos must be uploaded, including images of three distinct interior rooms.
- Provide a Zillow 3D Home interactive floor plan link (not just a 3D tour—it must be a full interactive floor plan starting with www.zillow.com/view-imx. A 3D-only link will not work).
- Important Update: The interactive floor plan and 3D tour are now fully connected within Zillow, creating a seamless and immersive experience for buyers.
What We Handle for You:
- Capturing the Required Media
- We ensure your listing meets Zillow’s minimum media requirements, including at least 10 high-quality photos and images covering at least three distinct interior rooms.
- We create the Zillow 3D Home interactive floor plan, ensuring it meets Zillow's requirements and that the 3D tour and floor plan are properly linked.
- Uploading Media to Zillow Showcase
- We recommend that you upload your own media for added flexibility and control. However, if you would like our team to upload your content for you to Zillow Showcase, please send us an invitation through the platform immediately after the shoot so we can upload that as quickly as possible!
- Once the shoot is completed, we will upload all required media (photos, Zillow 3D Home tour, and interactive floor plan) directly to Zillow Showcase using the provided link.
- We ensure that all content meets Zillow’s terms and conditions before submission.
Deliverables: What You’ll Receive via Aryeo
Upon completion, you will receive:
- Link to your Zillow 3D Home tour and Interactive Floor Plan – Automatically integrated into your Zillow listing, providing buyers with a seamless experience.
- Unbranded Floor Plan JPG File – Usable for the MLS, social media, and website embedding. This will be included in the Floor Plans section.
Need Help? We’ve Got You Covered! We understand that Zillow Showcase has specific requirements, and we’re here to make the process as smooth as possible. If you have any questions about scheduling, expectations, or uploading, feel free to contact us directly. For technical issues related to Zillow 3D Home tours or interactive floor plans, they actually have great customer support, you can reach out to ShowingTime+ at +1 (833) 918-0066. We’re thrilled to offer this added service to our agents and look forward to helping you maximize your listings with Zillow Showcase!
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