How to get acting headshots that book
Let’s face it: the goal of acting headshots isn’t just to get pretty pictures of yourself - they are to get your foot in the door and get audition opportunities.
There are 3 big things we focus on during your session to make certain your headshots are going to please your agencies and wow casting directors.
The technical aspects of your headshots
From excellent lighting (which is modified to be appropriate for the type and look) to composition, to backdrop, the photography element itself is very important.
Casting directors naturally take you more seriously when your headshot is excellent. A professionally-crafted headshot means you take this career seriously and likely have the experience they’re looking for.
2. Clearly communicating your types
Each market has unique needs and your headshot need to reflect the demands of the particular side of this industry you are going for. For instance, if you live in Orlando and need a strong commercial headshot, we would never want to use a dark background or dark clothing - those would need to be for more dramatic film and TV roles, or theater.
From outfit to lighting choices, expressions to background options, every element of your photo is going to communicate something - let’s make sure all of those fun elements work in harmony to give casting directors and immediate sense of your type.
3. Connection
The session’s flow is designed to give you loads of opportunity to just be yourself! We want your TRUE joy and heart to shine, your gaze to command attention, and for your eye connection to bring someone in immediately.
Whether you’re going for light-hearted commercial headshots, or more serious theatrical shots, your connection matters. We want genuine, authentic, professional, unique YOU to be showcased in your headshot.
When you put all of these details together, you will gain headshots that will pay you back many times over with audition opportunities. Your headshot is your foot in the door these days - so let’s get you absolutely shining with presence, purpose and professionalism. You are ready for this - let’s show them.
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Ready to book your acting headshots session?
You can book a session now, simply by ordering your preferred session type online using the link.
Then we will get in touch with a bunch of date options! We try to keep dates available every week so that you are able to get in, even if you’re in a time crunch (only exception is Saturdays or if you need professional hair/makeup :) - those book about 3 weeks out)