In this post I will answer the five most common questionsĀ about headshots.Ā
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If you have questions about getting a headshot for your job search, or for your company or social media profile, these answers to five of the most common questions may help you out.
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How do I pick a headshot photographer?
- Find a Headshot Pro: Your photographer should beĀ trained and experienced in headshot photography.
- Look At the Results: Look at the photographer’s headshot portfolio to see if you like the results.
- Consider the Packages: Look for packages that give you the option to buy as many images as you want.
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What should I expect to pay?
- The Session: A professional headshot session is an investment in you of $250-$1,000, depending on where you live.
- The Images: Expect to pay from $150-$550 for each basic retouched image. Usually clients buy all they want, between 3-20 images.
- Value. Satisfaction. Service.: The value, satisfaction, and service is what differentiates a $100 package from a professional headshot session.
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Why do I need a professional headshot?
- #1 Marketing Tool: Your headshot is your #1 marketing tool. It shows your confidence and invites clients to approach you with trust.
- Your Look Matters: Your headshot is often your first introduction, so you want to look good. The expression in your headshot does matter.
- Are You Serious? If you are serious about your your business or profile presence, you need a headshot to communicate that.
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How do I prepare for my headshot session?
- Clothes: Wear your favorite outfit to the session, but also bring 2-5 other options. Pick solid colors. You need to feel comfortable.
- Grooming: For the guys, give attention to your hair and facial hair. For the gals, keep make-up natural, and remove jewelry.
- Attitude: Come with an attitude to commit to the experience of creating headshot photos with all kinds of looks. Have fun!
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What if I don’t like to be in pictures?
- Stress vs. Your Enjoyment: The headshot photographer you choose should help you go from stress and anxiety, to actually enjoying in your session.Ā
- Trust Your Photographer: You probably don’t know what to do in front of a camera. Trust your photographer to guide you to the looks you want.
- Remember Your Need & Purpose: Remember that your headshot needs to communicate the natural, real you on your website or profile page. Ā
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Hi everyone, Iām Brenda Boyd, headshot photographer in the Menifee, Murrieta, and Temecula valley of Southern California.Ā
I specialize in high-end headshots.Ā Headshots of people, headshots of kids, headshots of pets, and even headshots of horses. I love headshots.
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One of the main reasons I do headshots is because I love to show people how great they look.
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I believe everyone is photogenic, even you!
I hope this post has helped with with your questions about headshots.