Key benefits of a Professional Headshot
A headshot is your chance to give a glowing first impression to your audience, customers, and clients, so let’s make it perfect! As a headshot photographer in Dublin and Meath, I work in creating the ideal headshot that best represents you and your business. A high-quality professional headshot can be the turning point for someone wanting to work with you, or buy your products or service.
Lets break it down!
What is a headshot?
Benefits of a headshot
Where and how to use a headshot?
How to prepare for a headshot photoshoot?
How much does a professional headshot cost?
Ready to book your headshot session?
Headshot of Yara - fashion stylist. Shot in my studio.
What is a Headshot?
Headshots are exactly what it says on the tin, they simply show what you look like from the waist up! The purpose of a headshot is to show your audience who they’re engaging with, and possibly going to work with. It is your audiences first impression of you, so it’s important that it truly represents you and your business authentically.
What can often be overlooked is that headshots need to be updated every year or every two years, as it needs to show you in the present moment. That photo of you from five years ago with slightly different hair and wearing something a bit out of date just won’t cut it!
Headshots are usually shot on a plain background, which can range from a white or black, to something that matches your brand image. The purpose of shooting against a plain background is that you stand out; It’s all about you!
Benefits of a Headshot
Headshots are highly beneficial for various reasons.
Your audience can see who you are and what you look like straight away.
Builds credibility and trust with your audience.
Reinforces your marketing efforts.
Helps you stand out from the competition.
Consistency across your team.
Can be used across multiple platforms - Website, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, email signatures, speaker panels, presentations and events.
Where and How to Use Headshots?
Maximising your headshot and using it across various platforms is key. If you’ve invested the time and money into getting a professional headshot taken you may aswell use it to boost your brand image!
Profile picture: Using your headshot across all platforms is a great tactic, it ensures consistency and your audience can recognise you at a glance.
Email signature: Why not use your headshot in your email signature? Online there is often a barrier where it can feel like we are talking to faceless people, this breaks that barrier and creates familiarity with who you are contacting and reaching out to.
Events: Do you host events, speaker panels or presentations? Using your headshot across promotional material ensures people can clearly see who is going to give the presentation or talk. This increases familiarity with your audience before they even see you in person.
Website: Using an up-to-date professional headshot on your ‘about me’ page is a great advantage and puts you ahead of competitors that may not see it as a priority. When a customer is searching for a service, or a product, they tend to veer towards purchasing from a website that is regularly updated, this builds trust with your audience.
How to prepare for your headshot Photoshoot?
First impressions are vital, so making sure you’re prepped and ready for your photoshoot is so important; you want to feel and look your best!
First things first - get a good nights sleep! Being well rested makes all the difference in how you feel and look on the day.
Eating beforehand - let’s keep those energy levels high.
Appearance - What do you usually do before you attend a big event? Do you get your hair, and nails done? Do you like to get your makeup done? Whatever it is that makes you feel your best, do it! Your headshot is an investment and will be used across all platforms for up to two years, let’s make it perfect!
Clothes - Some items of clothing may look good in the mirror, but not in a photograph, bringing different options can be beneficial - chance favours a prepared mind. Wear something that matches your business or brand aesthetic. For example, If you’re an artist - there’s no need to wear a suit (unless that’s your thing!).
When booking in your headshot session, and once I have an understanding of your role and business, I will be able to walk you through everything you need to know before shoot day.
How much does a professional headshot cost?
Individual packages start from €150, For example:
Essentials Headshot Package - €150
45 minute headshot session in my studio
Choice of white, black, blue or neutral backdrop
3 high-res images optimised for web, social and press
Light retouching (colour correction, minor skin retouching)
Delivery: 3-5 days
Optional Add-Ons
Additional images
Express turnaround
Additional shooting time
Location of your choice
Stylist, Hair and Makeup artists can be arranged on request
Looking for your team or company headshots? No problem at all! Reach out at the link below and I can send you package options that work for you and your business.
Ready to book your next headshot session?
No rushed appointments or awkward poses here, just a relaxed atmosphere and of course some coffee and pastries!
A headshot is more than just a photo, It’s a powerful tool to build trust and connection with your audience. Whether its for your business, your team, actor headshots, corporate headshots, or for your artist bio; I’m here to make the experience easy and enjoyable for you.
Let’s make you feel and look good!
