An actor headshot session booked by actors has a slightly different brief to the average session, even if the process looks similar on paper.
The images need to work harder for a specific purpose, whether that’s a particular platform, a particular audience, or a particular use case that a generic actor headshot session wouldn’t necessarily account for. That means a slightly different conversation before the shoot, and sometimes a different selection of looks or setups on the day.
If you fall into this group, it’s worth saying so clearly when you enquire, so the session gets planned around the actual use case from the start rather than adjusted afterwards.
See also: Booking an actor headshot session for the festive season.
For everything this post didn’t cover, including current pricing, the Actor Headshots page has the full picture, or reach out directly and ask.
FAQs
The short version follows.
How many looks can we get in one session?
Most actor sessions cover three to four distinct looks: a clean commercial look, something more characterful, and anything specific an agent has asked for.
I am applying to drama school, is this for me?
Very much. Drama school applications usually want a simple, current headshot with a neutral expression, which is exactly what a session here is built to deliver.
Further reading
A handful of related posts.