Top 3 Digital File Sizes for Photos (2025 Edition)

by | Jul 7, 2025 | Blog, FAQ, Photography Tips

In this post:

What is the difference between the three categories of headshots (Large Web, Web-sized, and Print)?

  • The Large Web can be used for places that once uploaded to their site they resize it like Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram etc.
  • The Website Sized file is used for websites or sending by email where you need a fixed size. This size is the smallest in file size and easy for website loading and not taking up storage on emails.
  • The Print file is used for business cards, banners, posters, booklets, brochures etc.

Learn more in our post below!

File formats for your headshot delivery.

In our final delivery of your headshot image you’ll receive Large Web, Website Sized and Print file formats.

Choosing the right file size of your digital photos can make all the difference when it comes to for example printing business cards or something as paramount as your website SEO.

Learn why it is important to know your digital file format sizes.

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Welcome to the world of digital photo files.
Read about our three file formats we send in our clients final delivery.

Digital files sizes

A lot has changed since we went from traditional film photography using sensitive light paper to make our photographic prints which could take hours to days depending on the way the photograph was developed.

We are lucky enough to have the speed and convenience of digital photography. We can make photographs, see them instantly and print them faster than ever before. The technology of computers allowed us to create images now using digital artifacts called pixels.

These pixels determine the files sizes and uses.

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Headshots for Therapists

What are the digital file sizes I need and how do I use them? 

Let’s explore the most commonly used files sizes and the ones we send to our clients. These file sizes allow for the right file to be used in the right place.

The three file sizes we send are Large Web, Print and Website Sized.

For easy use in social media, print and website use, the three file formats for headshots.
Large Web, Website Sized and Print.

1. Large Web

What is a Large Web file size?
Large Web files are the second smallest file formats of the three most commonly used by professionals. It is too big to use in emails and too small to use for printing.

When would I need to use Large Web file sizes?
Large Web files sizes are great for uploading to your social media platforms that once uploaded resize them such as Linkedin, Facebook, Instagram etc. For sending my email or your wesbite use the Website Size file format. Too large of file sizes can bog down your visitors load time and steer Google away from reading your website redusing your SEO.

Why do I need a Large Web file size?
Having specific file sizes for quick and easy use will help you successfully upload your content with confidence. Large Web will be one of the most used file sizes you will work with and rely on for your visibility in media channels.

2. Website Size

What is a Website Size file size?
Website Size files are the smallest file size of the three file formats in terms of how much space they need. They take a the least amount of energy and space on web website platforms and create virtually no lag time as an email attachment. This file size is great for websites for SEO.

When would I need to use Website Size file sizes?
Having multiple file formats can be really helpful especially if you are hiring a social media promotional agency, graphic designers or website designers to manage your presentation. Website sized photo files are best used on your website to create a fast website upload for your viewers on all devices. Using appropriate sized photo files will also improve your SEO. The Website Sized file format is also great for sending by email as it is a fixed size that doesn’t take up a lot of storage.

Why do I need a Website Size file size?
The Website Size file allows you or your digital media team to easily use the image file for social media, website updates, blog posts, newletters and more.

3. Print

What is a Print file size?
Print files are considered larger file sizes due to how many pixels per inch it contains. Pixels per inch, known commonly as PPI or dots per inch (DPI), measures the resolution of digital display and Print file sizes rely on as many pixels per inch to have the best printing quality. Do not use Large Web or Website Sized for printing, they will result in low quality printing and will look fuzzy or looked pixelated. Printing a Large Web file for example can have that blurred look because it does not have the amount of pixels needed for a high quality print image.

When would I need to use Print file sizes?
The best time to use Print file sizes is when you are making printed materials such as business cards, posters, brochures, booklets, books or postcards.

Why do I need a Print file size?
You may never need to print your headshot or branding material but in case you do, having the Print file size is great. You can easily upload the correct formatted file and know that your printed material will be high quality.

Do you offer other file formats?

Yes! We can create a custom file size to provide to your graphic designer or website size designer. Or for example, if you are a medical student, we include an ERAS application specific file size in your delivery with the Large Web, Print and Website Sized file formats.

Learn more about ERAS application file formats here.

File Formats

Contact us if you have any questions about file formats or sizing of your photographs. We’d be happy to provide more information about how to use your digital photos! For other questions visit our FAQ.

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Tips For A ERAS® Medical Residency Headshot Photo (2025)

by | Feb 24, 2025 | Blog, Client Work, FAQ, Headshot

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What are Residency Student Headshots?

Residency Headshots are professional profile photos used in applications for medical students and graduates. For the application process there are specific requirements that an applicant must follow for submitting a profile photo know as ERAS®.

“ERAS® has specific requirements for uploading an application photo. Ensure you understand these requirements in advance and let your photographer know exactly what you need.” Source AAMC

Who uses the ERAS® photo requiremnts?

“After medical school students will need to apply and match to a residency program in which they learn their chosen medical specialty such as Family Medicine, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, General Surgery, Pediatrics, and more. There are 154 specialties and subspecialties!” UT Health

“The Photo is most often used by programs to help identify applicants when reporting for an interview. Applicants must upload their own Photo in the MyERAS portal by selecting Upload New Photo in the Actions column.” says AAMC on their Documents for ERAS® Residency Applications page.

What are the ERAS® Medical Residency application photo requirements?

ERAS® photo file should not exceed these requirements:

  • Dimensions: 2.5 in. x 3.5 in.
  • Resolution: 150dpi
  • File Size: 150kb

Residency Student Headshot at our Studio

Our client booked our Basic Headshot Session at the Natural Light Studio. The Basuc Headshot Session includes the studio rental, a 20 minute photography session and 1 image selection from the proof gallery.

The studio provides ample daylight, rain or shine, to create one of a kind experience. There’s nothing more professional than a well lit headshot to attract potential recruiters, hiring staff, casting directors, fellowship program directors, or any other purpose for online promotion.

ERAS® Medical Residency application photo requirement headshot examples

An example of multiple crop options for each selection made from the proof gallery with the additional ERAS 5×7 crop.

Most images are in an 8×10 vertical and square crop. A horizontal crop is usually by request.

Three file sizes included in every delivery and the ERAS are

  1. Print 12 inch long, 300dpi 5 MB
  2. Large Web 2,000 pixels long, 180 dpi 1.5 MB
  3. Website Sized 1,080 pixels long, 180 dpi 100 KB
  4. ERAS 525×375 pixels long (5×7 or 2.5in by 3.5in), 150dpi, 150KB

View our Headshot Booking Guide for more about delivery details.

VIew our Doctor and Residency Headshot Gallery and Guide

Capture and relay the passion, personality, and professionalism of who you are. As a medical professional, your patients look to you for the highest level of professionalism, and this extends to all parts of your public life.

Connect with your patients or Residency Experts with high quality, authentic headshots.

View Medical Headshots Guide↗

How Much Do Doctor and Residency Student Headshots Cost?

Professional Doctor and Residency Student headshot pricing starts at $325, depending on factors like location and number of photos needed.

All packages include
•  Session time
•  Studio rental
•  Number of high resolution fully edited photos delivered to you in an easy online gallery

Pricing is based on the amount of time used to photograph in a session, which determines how many images you will have to view and select from in the proof gallery. The amount of final retouched photos received in the package. You will receive final high-resolution retouched images in multiple crops and file formats for easy use.

To book a session, a 50% deposit is required. Payments can be made through Square, Paypal or check.

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Don’t just take our word for it.
Read what our clients have to say about working with us.

“Erica is an incredible photographer! I recently booked her for headshots needed for my career. I have never been a fan of having my picture taken, it has always felt uncomfortable and awkward. However, Erica was a wonderful coach, her energy made the entire process so easy and actually enjoyable. Not only do I love my final photos, but I have already received many compliments on them. You won’t regret booking with Erica.”
Maeve A.

Medical Student

“Erica is incredibly wonderful to work with! She made me feel comfortable in front of the camera for our headshot session and delivered high quality work.”
Ali C.

Medical Student

Other resources: Terrific Shot, Med School Insiders

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What are Natural Light Studio Headshots? 

by | Oct 11, 2024 | Blog, FAQ

Natural Light Studio Photography for Headshots 

Let’s explore the world of natural light photography in the studio for headshots.

In this post we will explore:

  • galleries of our work using the natural light headshot technique
  • behind the scene looks at our setups
  • the difference between natural light and strobe flash headshots

Natural light headshots is a style of lighting a subject using only available light. For us, we use a studio located in Portland, Oregon to create our style of natural light headshots.

The technique is to use the large south facing windows fully open on cloudy days and covered with white curtains on sunny days to create a diffused lighting glow that we use on our clients as our signature style.

We use modifiers and photography gear to craft the light by boucing or flagging light depending on the light that day. We use v-flats, bounce cards, rolling backdrops and the curtain system to control the amount of light that enters the studio. It’s like a Wizard of Oz experience.

View our Natural Light Studio

Located in Northwest Portland, Oregon.

The studio is the perfect space for your professional headshot session to develop an image that projects confidence, intelligence, and approachability. 

The light and bright natural light professional photography studio, Studio Northwest, is located in northwest Portland, Oregon. Large windows allow the south facing light to illuminate the space providing diffused light for a soft flattering glow.

You can choose from a handful of background colors, style set ups and posing furniture as options for your headshot.

The studio has a beauty station for touch ups or for your professional hair and makeup stylist. There is also a wardrobe space which is great for selecting outfits.

With a few light modifiers, a couple poses and you are all set with a new headshot!

View Take a Tour of the Studio↗

Natural Light Studio Headshots Gallery

Large windows allow the south facing light to illuminate the space providing diffused light for a soft flattering glow.

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Musician Headshot
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Natural Light Indoor Headshot

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Behind the scene look at our natural light setups.

View our three client examples at our natural light studio using large windows that allow the south facing light to illuminate the space providing diffused light for our headshots.

Natural Light Studio Setup for Northwest Tenant Group

For our client Northwest Tenant Group, we created new headshots in our Natural Light Studio that has large south facing windows to allow the sunlight to illuminate the space providing diffused light.

We used a neutral background, simple style set up and posing furniture for Stanford and Becca’s company team headshot session. 

Natural Light Studio Setup for GridStor

For our returning client GridStor, we used the same lighting set up as we do for all their headshots, the Natural Light Studio.

With our window light setup as the main source of light since the beginning, when they were only 4 employees now over 40, this set up provides us consistent headshots for GridStor every time allowing for future sessions of new hires to blend seamlessly. The result are well balance headshot photos the illuminate each person that projects confidence, professionalism and friendliness.

Natural Light Studio Setup for Business Professionals

The goal of an individual business headshot session is to develop an image that projects confidence, intelligence, and approachability. 

All of our individual and team headshot sessions include the use of the Natural Light Studio, located in northwest Portland, Oregon. Other locations options are outdoor or on site at the client’s office.

At our studio the large windows allow the south facing light to illuminate the space providing diffused light for a soft flattering glow. You can choose from a handful of background colors, style set ups and posing furniture as options for your portrait. These sessions are designed to provide professional headshots while using classic photographic techniques that utilizes or mimics sunlight to enhance the light quality for each individual.

View our full Natural Light Headshots Gallery.

Our Two Lighting Techniques for Headshots

We offer out clients natural light and strobe flash headshot photography services. Natural light is use mostly in our studio and at outdoor locations while the strobe flash headshots are most commonly used on-site at a client’s office or private space. 

What are the two lighting techniques for headshots?

1. Natural Light

The natural lighting techniques we use at our studio use manipulation of sunlight through clouds, white curtains or how it enters the studio. This diffused light fills the large south facing windows and creates a unique effect strobe photograph cannot make.

2. Strobe Flash

Strobe flash photography is a classic technique that has been used in studios for decades using artificial light. It is very directional which limits the area in which the subject can move around. However, this setup can be great for single image headshot packages, team headshots or matching existing headshots.

In the example above our staff photographer Jodhi is photographed in the studio. On the left he is lit by the natural light from our studio’s large south facing windows. On the right image he is lit by a strobe flash head with a 7ft modifier.

Want to see our strobe flash headshots?

Explore the world of flash photography for headshots by visiting our recent blog post What are strobe flash headshots?

Flash photography uses strobe lights known as heads to pop light through a modifier, in our case umbrella used in the photo above, to create a light source for the photographer’s subject, in our case, the lighting we use for our client’s headshots.

In this post we explore:

  • the difference between natural light and strobe flash headshots
  • show galleries of our work for each technique
  • show some behind the scene looks at our setups

For more information visit Two Types of Lighting for Headshots↗

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What are Strobe Flash Headshots? 

by | Oct 9, 2024 | Blog, FAQ

Strobe Flash Photography for Headshots 

What is strobe flash photography?

Let’s explore the world of strobe flash for headshots, look at techniques and view examples.

Flash photography uses strobe lights known as heads to pop artificial light to create a light source for the photographer to use on their subject, in this case, we used an umbrella modifier for our client’s headshots.

In this post we will explore:

  • the difference between natural light and strobe flash headshots
  • show a headshot gallery of this technique
  • show some behind the scene looks at our setups

Top images: Strobe flash set up. Bottom images: Natural light setup.

What are the two lighting techniques for headshots?

First, let’s learn about our two types of lighting styles we offer our clients.

Two Types of Lighting

We offer out clients natural light and strobe flash headshot photography services. Natural light is use mostly in our studio and at outdoor locations while the strobe flash headshots are most commonly used on-site at a client’s office or private space.

What is natural light headshots? The natural lighting techniques we use at our studio use manipulation of sunlight through clouds, white curtains or how it enters the studio. This diffused light fills the large south facing windows and creates a unique effect strobe photograph cannot make.

What is the strobe flash technique? Strobe flash photography is a classic technique that has been used in studios for decades using artificial light. It is very directional which limits the area in which the subject can move around. However, this setup can be great for single image headshot packages, team headshots or matching existing headshots.

Two Types of Lighting for Headshots

In the example above our staff photographer Jodhi is photographed in the studio. On the left he is lit by the natural light from our studio’s large south facing windows. On the right image he is lit by a strobe flash head with a 7ft modifier.

Behind the Scene Look at our Lighting Setups

View our client examples on-site and at the studio using strobe flash photography for their headshots!

On-site Setup for Client PEC

For PEC’s new company headshots we photographed on site with a single light strobe set up as the main source of light in addition to the natural light fill supplied from the outdoor setting through the windows. We used the client’s headquarters and office space as the two locations for the team headshots.

On-site Setup for Client WPI

We created new headshots for the leadership team of WPI’s Eugene office using a two light set up. We photographed on-site at the client’s office during work hours to provide accessibility and ease for each team member.

To match the headshots we made for the WPI Builds at their Portland office we used the same lighting set up and a neutral gray or white background on-site at their Eugene office.

We used a conference room wall to make these headshots and the same two light set up we used in the Portland office. The light source was a 3 ft octabank modifier on a Profoto B10 strobe head, our second Profoto B10 strobe head was used to light the background. We had the same modifier bounce cards in the same place to match the headshots we already made. Once the client made the selections we mad the background colors all match.

Studio Setup for Client Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center

We updated the headshots for the Leadership Team and new hires for the Virgina Garcia Memorial Health Center in studio to provide a consistant type of setting. We used artificial strobe lighting to match previously done headshots!

Studio Strobe Flash Setup for our Client DHM Research

Behind the scenes to our light set up at our studio located in northwest Portland, Oregon.

Our client’s used strobe flash to match existing headshots for the company.

On-site Strobe Flash Setup for our Client Author Loren

We photographed Loren in his library of collected books on-site at his home. We used a 2 light set up, one 7 foot umbrella as the main light source and a single light in the back of the long library hall with a 3 foot umbrella.

Strobe Flash Studio Headshots Gallery

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Best Studio Backgrounds for Professional Headshots

by | May 20, 2024 | Blog, Company Teams, FAQ, Headshot

Best Studio Backgrounds for Professional Headshots

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What are the best tips for choosing a background for a headshot at a studio?

In this guide we will show some of our studio background options.

Our Studio Background Headshot Guide

Studio backgrounds can have a big impact on the overall look and feel of the photo. It’s important to choose a background that will make you stand out and look professional. In this guide we will show some of our studio background options.

Let’s explore some of the best backgrounds to consider in the studio for your professional headshot.

Examples of our studio backgrounds in this guide

  1. White or Gray Background
  2. Black Textured Wall
  3. Burnt Orange Wall
  4. Light Green Wall
  5. “Office” Setup Background
  6. “Greenery” Setup Background
  7.  Any Color Background Option (made post production)

Below we show examples of each of our most popular studio backgrounds for some of our clients. Depending on their needs we customized their background to match either their exsisting headshots or to make new ones.

Pro Tip: Background colors can be endless. We can change the color in the post production process to your desired brand color.

What are the best studio backgrounds for professional headshots?

In our Natural Light Studio located in NW Portland, Oregon, we photograph with a white background for most of our headshots. Depending on the client’s needs, we can desaturate the background, add a gradient, or change the color completely.

Studio backgrounds can provide a solid-color for your professional headshots. For corporate photos the most commonly used color are shades of gray. Shades of gray are clean, classic and suitable for most industries and work great with social media and website layouts.

Questions to consider when deciding on a studio background:

  • What background set up or color works with my business?
  • If I don’t know can my photographer suggest a background color?
  • What background colors or textures does my industry use?
  • Does my company already have an existing background color?
  • What colors am I wearing? Will the background wash me out or contrast with the colors I’ve chosen?

Pro tip: Know what your headshot will be used for before you decide on the look you want.

1. Classic White and Gray Wall Option

Client Background: Studio light gray

Our client, TCA, Tyee Carr Advisory were photographed in our studio with natural light as our light source. We used the classic white wall backdrop for these headshots in our Natural Light Studio located in northwest Portland, Oregon.

Client Background: Studio light gray and dark gray backdrop

Headshots in Studio
Natural Light Indoor Headshot
Natural Light Indoor Headshot
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Client Background: Studio light gray wall 

Company Group Team Headshots in Portland Oregon Photographer Corporate
Company Group Team Headshots in Portland Oregon Photographer Corporate

Client Background: Studio light gray wall without desaturation in post production 

2. Black Textured Wall Option

Client Background: Studio black textured wall

Our client, Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center headshots were photographed in our studio with strobe flash as our light source to match exsisiting headshots already made for the team. We used the black textured rolling backdrop for these headshots in our Natural Light Studio located in northwest Portland, Oregon.

Client Background: Studio black textured wall, added blue hue in post production

Lawyer Attorney at Law Headshot

3. Burnt Orange Wall Option

Musician Headshot

4. Light Green Wall Option

5. Office Studio Setup Option

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Headshot in Studio
Natural Light Indoor Headshot

6. Greenery Studio Setup Option

7. Any Color Background Option (made post production)

Want to see more examples of our studio headshots? Visit our Studio Headshots Gallery

For additional questions about headshots and photography sessions, visit our FAQ or view our guide to preparing for your headshot session.

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2024 Company Team Headshots Guide

by | May 13, 2024 | Blog, FAQ, Headshot

View our 2024 headshot guide to company team headshots.

Learn about what they are, how to get company headshots that match, what makes a good company team headshot, how to prepare for your headshot, choosing backgrounds, posing, how much company headshots cost, and tips on coordinating with your team prior to the session. 

What Are Company Team Headshots?

Team headshots are individual professional mini photography sessions to capture the individuals of a company. Use team headshot sessions to update your company’s website or to onboard new hires. These sessions require two staff members for team headshot pricing. Team headshots are created in our studio, outdoors or on-site at the client’s office for easy coordination.

Creating staff headshots with the team at Erica J Mitchell Photographer allows for consistant lighting and backdrops for companies updating over time or onboarding new employees to their team. Returning headshot clients recieve an automatic 10% off future bookings.

View Company Team Headshots Gallery↗

grid of 9 corporate team members with a gray background
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Why is it Important for Companies to Have a Team Headshots that Match?

Having headshots that match is important to provide consistency to your brand and website. Seamlessly coordinate your onboarding system by setting up new hires with headshots to match the existing team.

Booking for updated or new hire headshots that match allows for the headshots on the website to look consistent as if they were all photographed at the same time. This allows for companies to onboard without the stress of making an old headshot work.

For companies that are growing and hiring staff, consistent looking company headshots is key to a website presentation and the professionalism of your business.

One option we offer to help headshots match is for the client to choose solid colored backgrounds retouched to each headshot. If there is already an established background, for example medium gray, the next new hires will get the same background color.

Pro tip: Some company headshots are cropped funny or too warm toned or too cool toned compared to the other headshots. As a client at no charge, we offer to color match previous headshots to match new ones!

View How to Get New Hire Headshots that Match↗

What Makes a Good Company Team Headshot?

A great company headshot reflects your professionalism as well as your personality. As a result, it’s critical to think about your photo’s settings, background, expression, attire, and poses.

Consider a simple background and coordinate with your team for dressing for your industry or company brand. 

Company team headshots that have the same background color, lighting and poses can showcase the unity of a company. 

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Headshots for Therapists

Preparing to Take a Perfect Company Team Headshot

Before your headshot session, ensure you’re well-rested, hydrated and allow for plenty of time to get ready. You’ll also want to pick out an outfit or two. Think comfort, and think layers. There is a changing area with mirrors for your outfits. If your clothes need it, a quick ironing goes a long way for your headshot.

Consider getting a professional haircut or style and light makeup to enhance your features. If you are not used to a makeup and hair routine, consider giving yourself a few minutes to apply foundation and a quick style.

Visit How To Prepare For A Headshot Session for more details.

Choosing the Right Company Team Headshot Background

The background of a company team headshot should be simple and uncluttered, allowing the focus to remain on the subject. Studio backgrounds can provide a solid-color for your professional headshots

In our Natural Light Studio located in NW Portland, Oregon, we photograph with a white background for most of our headshots. Depending on the client’s needs, we can desaturate the background, add a gradient, or change the color completely.

A neutral color that complements the subject’s attire and the company’s brand colors is often a good choice.

We can customize the background color to match your brand.

View our Studio Background Guide↗

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    Lawyer Attorney at Law Headshot

    How to Pose for Company Team Headshots

    Posing for a company headshot should reflect your professionalism and confidence. During your sessions we will go through a few poses standing or sitting,

    Pro Tip: Sit on the edge of the seat to help you sit up straight, angle your body slightly towards the camera, and remember to smile naturally. Decide ahead of time if you’d like to show teeth or none at all, or both.

    The aim for your company headshot is to reflect your role within the company and to look approachable and trustworthy. One thing we keep in mind while posing during your session is, your pose should be consistent with the other members of your company when they’ll be shown side by side on the website or other digital platforms such as social media.

    How much do Company Team Headshots cost?

    We offer group headshot sessions for companies seeking new or updated headshots of their employees and teams. 

    Team headshot sessions start at $240 per person for a group of two employees. The more emoployees at the session, the cheaper the price per person is.

    Minimum two staff members required for group pricing.
    Add a team photo for $55.

    All Pricing Includes:

    1. Corporate group photography sessions (5-10 minute each)
    2. Proof gallery for selecting
    3. 1 final retouched photo in two file formats for print and web
    4. Image usage rights
    5. Includes Studio Rental

    Great for marketing executives, new hires, corporate events and retreats, hybrid and remote team in person workshops, and updating photos of your team members on your company website.

    Corporate Team Headshot Pricing

    1 person 20 min $325
    See Individual Pricing for more information.
    2 – $240 each
    3 – $225 each
    4 – $210 each
    5 – $195 each
    6 – $180 each
    7 – $170 each
    8 – $160 each
    9 – $150 each
    10 – $145.00 each
    11 – $135.00 each
    12 – $130.00 each
    13+ $125.00 each flat rate

    View Team Headshot Pricing↗

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    Headshots for Therapists

    Coordinating for Company Team Headshots

    What is the best way to coordinate group headshot sessions with the photographer?

    Typically headshot sessions are coordinated 2-3 people every 15 minutes, or one person every 10 minutes. We like to schedule in blocks of 3 hour sessions for groups over 40. For example, we’d book 12 people each hour for 3 hours and take a 15 minute break, then repeat.

    We found there are two types of ways to help a coordinator manage headshot sessions for teams.

    One method is using Sign Up Sheets. Sign up sheets are great and help the subjects know when to arrive, although sometimes people are late. It’s helpful for the coordinator to be able to find someone if they don’t arrive to their scheduled time. Plan to have people sign up for every 10 minutes. Please provide a copy of the teams names their email addresses for putting together proof galleries after the sessions.

    Another method we call, Tag . Some coordinators will either have the subject that finishes up get the next person, or they will go get the next person when one is done. The Tag technique is great for getting people one right after the other and sessions can go more quickly. When this style is used our team can bring their own sign up sheet so we know who went in what order.

    How long do you need for each headshot? 

    Sometimes we only need 2-5 minutes with a subject, sometimes up to 10 minutes, it usually depends on the comfort level of a subject. Some folks need more time in front of the camera. We don’t usually go over 10 minutes. But we like to over guess how much time for the sessions just in case we need to move lights or adjust for anything. For example, if we are moving pretty fast, it’s possible we could do 12 headshots within 1.5 hours.

    Common Questions for Company Team Headshots

    What do we get with our company team headshots session?

    Each person will have a 5-10 minute session that includes one image selection from the proof gallery received by email to each person or Point Of Contact (POC) a couple days after the session.

    The proof gallery will have between 4-8 images to select from. After the one selection is made, the images is then edited and formatted for print and web. The images are then delivered to each recipient or the POC for quick and easy use!

    What if I don’t like my headshot?

    There is no charge for reshooting a session!

    Do you offer a black and white copy?

    Black and white images are not included but are available upon request with no additional fees.

    Can I see some examples of company headshots?

    Yes! We have a Company Headshots Gallery and more details about our Company Headshot Pricing↗

    Add a team group photo to your headshot sessions.

    We offer company group photos for businesses. Either book a group photo session or add-on to your headshot booking. We’ve got it covered.

    Team photos can create trust between potentioal customers and your business. Customers will like to know who they will work with before investing in a business’ services. A group photo can show the harmony of a work team and also show the growth of the company.

    View our Team Group Photo Guide↗

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