At Creative Focus Photography Studio, we specialise in photographing professional, high-end headshots. This includes headshots for actors, models, corporate headshots, and everything else in between!
Maybe you are asking yourself, how important are professional headshots for my portfolio? That’s like asking, “How important is your CV when applying for a job?” The short answer is very important. Your headshot is the most important and commonly used branding and marketing tool for an actor, and it’s the first thing a casting director will look at. Your portfolio is like a business card that you will usually send out to every casting director for every audition you attend.
The most professionals’ headshots can mean the difference between being considered for a role or being completely forgotten about, regardless of how suitable or talented you are for the role.
Many actors underestimate the importance of a great headshot. Many people think that their friend who owns a nice camera or phone can do the job just as well as a professional photography, for little to no money. However, this isn’t the case at all. The money you are trying to save, could mean losing acting work and potential earnings in the future.
What Should You Wear for Acting Headshots?
It is a good idea to always have at least one Black and one White t-shirt for actor headshots. If you know you look best in darker colours then bring an extra shirt. Avoid fine detailed patterns and lines as they will be difficult to remove in post-production.
If in doubt, bring a variety of clothing to your photo shoot and experiment with some different styles and looks. Remember, they must suit the style or roles that you are trying to attract. Less busy, the better.
What’s the difference between a great headshot and a bad one?
- A good headshot is from chest up using natural lighting
- You should be looking directly at the camera, and the camera focus needs to be on your eyes
- Makeup should be natural. This is not the time for a bold lip or a smokey eye look
- There should be no logos or brands visible on your clothing
- Less is more when it comes to retouching, a light touch should be applied to airbrushing and any other aesthetic changes
- Props should under no circumstances make an appearance
- And, of course, it should look like YOU! A casting director wants to see the best version of you, no fake smiles, or eagle eye stares
To put it simply, your headshot could be your make or break in the acting industry. Remember a casting director can sometimes sift through hundreds, if not thousands, of headshots for a movie or a commercial, and your headshot could be the one that captures their attention.
In conclusion, getting a fantastic actor headshot is an investment in your future and could be the only thing standing between you and that next role!
Have a headshot photoshoot with Creative Focus Photography Studio today, and you might even walk out with a brand-new portfolio. Don’t wait, we look forward to seeing you in front of the camera soon!