Plain truth on Headshots

Plain truth on Headshots

Ok folks just got off the phone with a casting director and here is the skinny on actors headshots! She told me out of the 16 people who submitted, only two had headshots that she said were worthy of submitting to anyone. The rest, she said should go in the garbage.

She said, "your headshots are your calling card and must be the very perfect best thing you ever have as a tool". I hate to keep whipping a dead horse but the point is, make SURE your headshots are epic. Because casting directors do not even bother to look past the headshot when looking at submissions... UNLESS the headshot "jumps out at them", AND it is exactly what they are looking for in a certain role.

So make absolutely sure that your headshot is the very best quality , updated and representation of who you are at this moment. And have multiple headshots for each look that you can portray at a given time. That way, you can't go wrong!

Time to Update those REELS or Head Shots ? Church Street Studios 122 Church Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106 Kristine (267)253-4659 (215) 650-7052 or Joe 215-627-2420

Why a Professional Headshot is Critical

Why a Professional Headshot is Critical

I always take time to learn from my clients why they’ve hired me to take their pictures. This knowledge helps me deliver a greater value to the individuals and companies I serve.

Here are some of the ways my clients have used my pictures:

Image Competition
Simply put, if your headshots will be shown next to those of your competitors, you’ll want your photos to be better than the rest. For example, are you listed on a website that displays multiple service providers to choose from, such as a list of realtors or attorneys? If your photo looks better than your competition, your great headshot could be all it takes for you to get more leads.

Market Yourself
A great headshot is critical for many marketing and advertising campaigns. Advertisements you place online, on billboards, bus stops, and inside magazines receive better response rates if they include great pictures. Engaging, honest headshots are an important part of showing why your prospective clients should hire YOU and not your competition. Many ads only feature a headshot, a service description, and a phone number. I make sure my clients have picture-perfect images that capture their market’s attention.

Social Media
Earn more and better-paying clients through social media and online marketing. Be found by prospective employers on LinkedIn with a great headshot that showcases you looking your best. Your corporate headshot can craft your online image and control how the market sees you.

Program Pictures
If you’re a public speaker or regularly speak at events, event planners and coordinators definitely need a great picture of you to use in the program. An attorney who regularly speaks at congressional hearings contacted me specifically for a headshot to be used when he gives talks.

Office Portraits
Doctors, attorneys, and lawyers often have pictures of themselves and their staff up at the office, to help create a friendly, welcoming environment for their clients or patients.

Website Images
Many companies are including pictures on staff bio webpages – many consumers expect to be able to click and see who they will be working with. I’ve partnered with a number of web designers and small businesses to create top-notch employee portraits for web pages.

Showcase expertise
A great corporate headshot will showcase your confidence and expertise. As part of your overall image, you’ll look more professional online when you have professional pictures. Conversely, you can lose your market’s confidence with a bad picture.

Our Studio is located on 122 Church Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106. We are also available for on-location photo sessions.

To make an appointment call: 215-650-7052
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