In today’s non-step selfie revolution, there is still a need to have a professional photographer do your headshot. Notice, I said professional photographer because there are lots of people with a nice digital camera that are still not able to produce a professional looking headshot that will work for a tradeshow, conference speaking engagement, corporate website, Linkedin, etc.

A professional headshot taken in a studio setting or even professionally done outside is a minor financial investment that could make a difference in your next career move or someone doing business with you. Other than words on the page, your headshot is likely the main visual first impression that someone will see of you. If that visual is a selfie or other poor quality shot, it could make a difference in how you are perceived. A professional headshot really does reflect YOUR PERSONAL BRAND.

I have mentioned this in other posts about headshots but will say it again here. Whether you choose me or another Raleigh area photographer, a professional headshot will likely fall into the $100 to $200 range which again is a minor financial investment for your professional image. There are some photographers in the Raleigh market that are less than $100 and some that are more than $200, but budgeting between $100 to $200 will have you pretty well covered when shopping for a local professional photographer.

Remember, a headshot is not just a headshot. It’s YOUR PERSONAL BRAND and may be the first visual representation someone has an opportunity to see. Professional headshots do make a difference.

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Client Email Message To David: “We are all very happy with the work you did for us and also are pleased with your flexibility and organization. We have used the photos for corporate files and also we all are using the new photos for LinkedIn to have a true professional look.” Joy B. – Director of Human Resources

I provide both in studio head shots and on location head shots for 100+ people if needed. Many companies have me come out on site to their location or to a location that they are meeting at in order to provide head shots for executives and staff.

I decided to finally get active on LinkedIn and even upgraded to a premium account. Since I provide Corporate Photography and Video Production services including Professional Headshot Photography in the Raleigh Area or wherever the client will pay for me to travel, I believe that LinkedIn will be a key component of my business in the future. Like anything else, it will take some time and nurturing.

I have been going through numerous profiles in order to establish connections. As a photographer, one key area stands out to me, the image posted with the profile.  In this digital age of phone photography, it is not completely surprising that the vast majority of profiles do NOT have a real professional headshot posted.  LinkedIn is a professional network that in my opinion should include a truly professional headshot as part of the profile.  People are visual by nature. A professional headshot is a simple piece of the process. In some cases, even the $60 +/- JcPenney headshot is better than a phone image. It’s true that some phone images are great.  If that’s the case, then I have no problem with it. Whether it’s a phone image or a truly professional headshot: Does the headshot represent the brand properly?  If it’s not perceived as professional, maybe it’s time to re-think the image?

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I have noticed so many poor headshots in viewing profiles that I think many people need to re-think what they are posting: Your headshot image represents your brand.  What is your headshot saying about your brand?  It’s not just LinkedIn either.  It’s anywhere on the web that you wish to portray a professional image of your brand.  A phone headshot may work just fine on Facebook, but for a company website, a professional blog or other critical areas that are tied to your brand, it’s important to have a professional headshot that represents who you are.

So you may be thinking that this is a sales pitch for my headshot services, but it’s not. It’s simply a post to get you thinking about how the headshot you are using is representing your brand.

I am fine with you saving money and going to JcPenney for around $60. However, I am not opposed to you finding out more about my headshot photography services. I do a lot of on site corporate headshot work. Typically, it’s more cost effective for an individual to come to me for a headshot. I also know other photographers in the Raleigh area that provide professional headshot services. The key thing is to think through whether the image you are using now on LinkedIn and other professional sites is truly representing your brand or is it time to contact a professional:  You can reach me via my online contact form.

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