Rochester headshot photography services

Relax, and get the
awesome headshots
you need.

(Much more fun than a root canal, promise.)

You know what they say about first impressions?

They matter. A lot.
I’m stating the obvious, I know.

But hear me out: your professional headshot is your first virtual hey-here-I-am to a potential client, customer, colleague, employer… anyone that matters.

Getting your photo right can be the difference between a prospect reaching out and someone running for the hills (it’s nothing personal, I’m sure — I love your selfie at the Bills game; it’s just not a business vibe). So, let’s get that conversation off to an awesome start…

Corporate headshots in Rochester

That’s my thing — and that’s how you make your first impression an awesome one. Not like the first time you met your mother in law and you said you didn’t like cats. Awkward.

Office headshots are a big part of what I do. You come to my studio — or I come to you — and we capture the business headshots you or your team needs to showcase your professionalism and match your corporate branding.

PROFESSIONAL HEADSHOTS IN ROCHESTER

Budding entrepreneur LinkedIn profile, actor headshot, freelance resume…

I’m also here for all the wonderful (and weird — we love weird here) reasons you might need a headshot, too.

Perhaps you’re an ambitious entrepreneur diving into the world of social media — and you need that #perfect profile pic that’ll get you noticed. Or you’re an ambitious actor, ready to ditch the low-paying gigs and get yourself recognized. Starting with a top-notch headshot is a no-brainer.

Trusted by the best in Rochester and beyond.

Ready to get those awesome headshots you need?

A woman with light brown hair wearing a tan blazer, dark top, and a lapel pin smiles at the camera. She stands indoors with a blurred background of greenery and modern decor. This image showcases the quality and professionalism found in Rochester Business Headshots.

“John does an excellent job of making you feel comfortable while subtly directing you to your best pose.”

– Caren

What is headshot photography?

Headshots are really just a conversation between you and your client

It’s you saying: hey, this is who I am. This is what I’m about. It’s the start of a conversation where you get to introduce yourself, and even though you’re not really there, it’s a back-and-forth between you and the viewer.

You project your information through your headshot, and that potential client gets to talk back to you and give you feedback by deciding to like your post or contact you by email or by calling.

There’s a ton of value wrapped up in that headshot of yours.

My headshot photography style

Nothing like dinner with your boss

When you come in for your session, you and I will have a conversation and that’s how the session unfolds. You and I talk. You’re relaxed, I take some pictures. We talk some more and I take some more pictures.

Easy

Where do I put my arms!? Do I smile?! How do I stand?! Don’t fret. Simply turn up, and I’ll give you some facial expression coaching so we get awesome headshots.

Fun

I love a (dad) joke. I can’t promise you’ll find me funny, but I can promise a light-hearted atmosphere. Beware: you might even enjoy yourself!

Relaxed

Drop those shoulders. Having your photo is never as bad as you think, honest. Let’s chat over coffee and snap some awesome headshots.

Prices for Rochester Headshots

Studio Business, Executive and Actor Sessions

Studio sessions for business and acting professionals are designed to give you the flexibility to get exactly what you need. All sessions include at least 1 retouched image, additional images are available for purchase.

Session

$145

STUDIO SESSION FOR ONE PERSON

VIEW AND SELECT YOUR IMAGES BEFORE YOU LEAVE

UPGRADE TO ON-LOCATION FOR $199

WEEKEND SESSION IS $245

IMAGES

$150

COST IS PER IMAGE

IMAGES ARE CROPPED MULTIPLE WAYS TO GIVE YOU CHOICES

Session w/ Hair & Makeup

$395

STUDIO SESSION FOR ONE PERSON

VIEW AND SELECT YOUR IMAGES BEFORE YOU LEAVE

UPGRADE TO ON-LOCATION FOR $199

WEEKEND SESSION IS $495

Think of me as your friendly
Rochester photo-man
.

I take fun, bright, and confidence-bursting photos for small firms, big corporates, medium entreprises, budding entrepeneurs, ambitious actors and your incredible sole proprietors (a bit like myself)…

You get the picture. Literally. Business headshots that showcase your epic value, celebrate your personality and make you feel really awesome about your career and professional identity.

Whatever your goal, I can promise you one thing — when I’m your headshot photographer, it’s gonna feel easy, fun, and relaxed. Nothing like getting a tooth extracted.

My Rochester photography studio & locations covered

Where to find me

My studio is located in the Sibley Building in downtown Rochester, New York — perfect for business headshots.

260 E. Main St. Suite 3200 Rochester, NY 14604

I also travel across New York State, from Buffalo to Syracuse and the Finger Lakes.

Have questions?

Of course! If you have a lot of team members that are updating their headshots, I can come to your office. If you have occasional new hires, I can create a custom calendar that you can use to make an appointment for them in my studio. To find out more about my team and staff headshots click here.

I can definitely do that. Whether you work remotely and have to fit with the rest of the team across the world or your company is just looking to change their headshot provider, I can seamlessly match photos that already exist.

You should bring plenty of options to the shoot, I’ll go over your choices with you when you arrive. Always bring clothes that match your style and personality. However, avoid clothes with busy patterns. Solid colors are best. Choose colors that complement your natural coloring so that your face, not your shirt, will stand out in the images. Make sure that your clothes are clean and neatly pressed. The camera picks up a lot more detail than you think. Standard retouching does not include fixing the wrinkles in your clothes. Make sure to dress comfortable, stay away from clothes that are too tight or uncomfortable. Finally, be rested and drink plenty of water the day before your shoot, it is amazing for your skin.

I suggest that women let my hair and makeup artist do the work for them, unless you don’t wear makeup. A professional makeup artist knows how to make you look your best for the camera. You can bring your own makeup artist to the shoot, or I can schedule mine. My office is open for you to have your hair and makeup done before your session, just make sure to let me know when you schedule your appointment. Most of the time men can get by without using professional hair and makeup, but a little powder or foundation can help even out skin tones and to keep the face from looking shiny. You can pick up a powder in your color at any department store or beauty supply store. It’s best to go where you can get professional help picking the right color.

For most headshot sessions my turnaround time is five business days before your final, edited images are delivered to you. If you have a deadline and need something even faster, be sure to let me know when you book. A rush fee may apply.

Your images will be pretty good straight out of camera. I use flattering lighting and posing techniques to make you look your best. Each image you order is given the highest level of attention to reduce and remove wrinkles and blemishes as well as stray hairs and dark circles. The key is to enhance the image without making you look fake. For more on our retouching process you can read this post on our blog.

I want you to love your headshots. If there are reasons within my control (lighting, posing, etc.), then let’s fix the issue while you are here. Please let me know your concerns during the photo shoot. I show my clients their headshot images throughout the photo shoot, so you’ll know right away if you like them. It is always better to make adjustments than have you go home not happy. If you tell me that you do not like your images, you will not hurt my feelings (I have a teenager).

We may alternatively book a reshoot and you can give your headshots another try at no additional cost. If you do not want to try again, I will refund your headshot session fee and no images will be delivered.

I am not responsible for providing reshoots because clients are unhappy with their choices in clothing/makeup/hair.

If you have already chosen favorites then this signifies that you like your images.

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