Five things to look for in a headshot photographer

[LA Headshot Photographer by Vanie]

When looking for a headshot photographer,

here are five tips to keep in mind so you get results! ✅

Maira Sarai Meza-Lima:Office Girl / Sidekick / Hipster

Terence Anderson: Love Interest / Military / Doctor

1️⃣ Make sure their website shows them as an expert in headshots and doesn’t have a bunch of other things like weddings, fashion etc.

Never contact a headshot photographer without first looking at their website. 

This tells you that the photographer is FAMILIAR with industry standards, and isn’t simply taking headshots on the side to fill an income gap.

Natalie Amey: Victim / BBQ Mom / Lawyer

Renee Pezzotta: Office Girl / BBQ Mom

2️⃣ Look for consistency in their portfolio from men to women to non-binary etc.  Make sure he or she can photograph everyone equally well. 

3️⃣ Look for testimonials from trusted industry experts, as well as your peers— not just on their site, but also on social rating sites such as Google and Yelp. 

Make sure their reviews are consistent, indicating a consensus among your peers.

If there aren’t any listed, the photographer may not be in the know on what makes an effective headshot for actors.

Meng Meng: Girl Next Door / Edgy Heroine / Upscale Business

Justin Drey: Office Guy / Quirky Tourist / Blue Collar

4️⃣ Look for the photographer! Is the photographer’s voice absent, or do you get a sense of their personality? Are they relatable to you? Can you vibe with them?

IF THE PHOTOGRAPHER’S VOICE is absent, then its likely that the photographer will also be absent or hands off before and after your shoot.

Katie Barrow: Hipster / Love Interest

Mary Ashley: Love Interest / BoHo Therapist / Edgy Down and Out

5️⃣ Look for helpful information on their site.  Does the photographer provide info that’s useful to you, such as resources or a Q&A page?

After your initial impression of his or her website, contact them! Do they get back to you in a timely manner? Are they available and willing to get on the phone to discuss your needs?

These 5 steps are truly the only way to know if you’ll “click” 📸 with your photographer (pun intended!) and get the results you need.

Vincent Bowe: Edgy Business / Athletic

Kelli Winans: Down and Out / Quirky Office Girl / Best Friend

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