The Complete Guide to Corporate Headshots in Dallas

A professional headshot is often the first impression you make online. Whether it's LinkedIn, your company website, or a conference bio, a great headshot communicates competence and approachability.

Here's what I've learned shooting headshots for professionals and teams across Dallas.

What Makes a Great Headshot

The best business portraits share a few things:

• Sharp focus on the eyes — this is non-negotiable
• Clean, non-distracting background — solid color, blurred office, or simple environment
• Good lighting on the face — no harsh shadows, even skin tones
• Natural expression — confident but approachable, not stiff
• Current appearance — your headshot should look like you look today

What to Wear

For corporate headshots:

• Solid colors work best — navy, charcoal, black, white, deep green
• Avoid busy patterns — thin stripes can create weird visual effects on camera
• Bring layers — a blazer over a simple top gives you options
• Iron everything — wrinkles are distracting and time-consuming to retouch
• Skip trendy pieces — your headshot should look current for 2-3 years

If your company has brand colors, wearing something in that palette creates cohesion across team photos.

Individual vs. Team Sessions

Individual sessions give you more time per person and the flexibility to choose different backgrounds or locations. Best for executives and leadership teams.

Team sessions are more efficient and cost-effective. I set up a consistent backdrop and lighting, and each person rotates through in 5-10 minutes. Best for large teams that need matching headshots.

Location Options

We can shoot headshots:

• At your office — convenient, and we can use your space as a backdrop
• On location — outdoor headshots with natural light and Dallas scenery
• At a studio — the most control over lighting and backgrounds

Most clients prefer their office. I bring portable lighting equipment so we can create studio-quality results anywhere.

What to Expect

A typical headshot session:

1. We set up lighting (10-15 minutes)
2. Quick test shots to dial in the look
3. Guided posing — I'll direct you through expressions and angles
4. Multiple shots per person (we'll pick the best ones together)
5. Edited photos delivered within a week

Each person takes about 10-15 minutes for individual sessions. For team sessions, 5-10 minutes per person once we're set up.

LinkedIn Specific Tips

Your LinkedIn photo has specific requirements:

• Head and shoulders framing (not full body)
• Face takes up about 60% of the frame
• Simple background
• Professional but approachable expression
• High resolution (LinkedIn compresses heavily)

I frame shots specifically for LinkedIn cropping so your photo looks great at every size.

Need headshots for yourself or your team? Get in touch — we offer both individual and team rates.