Acting Headshots For Women

Headshots need to be specifically designed in order to get audition opportunities for you.

To get headshots that work, everything about the image is crafted with intention and a deep understanding of the industry. I have had the pleasure of photographing actors since 2014, when my daughter decided to start her acting journey! I learned quickly that it wasn’t enough to just be a headshot photographer (I did loads of corporate headshots back then!). I found that if any of these elements was off, my daughter was losing opportunities to audition.

These are the elements that every acting headshot photographer needs to know inside and out to create headshots that work:

• The lighting

• Backdrop

• Clothing

• Your expression (and even how you are facing)

• Your pose

Headshots aren’t just pretty pictures of yourself! If your headshots don’t work for you and your agency to get you booked, then you will likely be asked to reshoot with a photographer who understands what is expected and will help you truly stand out.

In my studio, I specialize in and can provide three types of acting headshots for women in Orlando:

• Commercial Headshots

  Commercial headshots are bright, fun, light-hearted, and look like you have nothing to hide. This is a very specific type of headshot and requires great lighting, a simple and appropriate background, and a great, friendly smile from the actor.

• In my opinion, every actress in Florida needs a strong, competitive commercial headshot. Orlando, Florida is the 3rd largest commercial market in the US. It is a great opportunity to get experience and to get in front of the camera. Commercial work pays well, and is the bread and butter for most actors in Florida (even if your ultimate goal is film or TV).

• Film/TV Headshots for Actors

  Many film and TV Headshots are often called “theatrical headshots.”

  …Even though they don’t necessarily mean headshots for theater work.

  ‘Theatrical Headshots’ simply means a more serious expression with a deeper meaning and communication behind the eyes. This headshot is commonly submitted for roles in TV drama, serious films, and even action movies.

  However, it’s important to remember that for film and TV work, you may also need other specific types and characters represented in your headshots. When you submit for a role for film or TV, you need your headshot to represent the character you are auditioning for. Here are some examples of the different types you may want to capture for film and TV:

  • The Professional (think FBI director, professor, therapist, cop)

  • Comedic (ever seen the TV series, Elsbeth? No? Go watch it! It’s a beautiful example of a comedic actress on a TV drama series)

  • Leading Lady

  • Best Friend

  • Creative / Artist

• Theater Headshots for Actors on the Stage

There are 3 things we will do during your commercial acting headshot session to accomplish this.