Professional Corporate Headshots in London
Cost, Preparation & What To Expect
If you're looking for professional corporate headshot photography in London, you may be wondering how much it costs, how long a session takes and what you and your team need to do to prepare.
Mays Headshots provides professional corporate headshot photography in London, with on-site photography for businesses, teams and individuals. We bring the lighting, backdrop and professional photography equipment directly to your workplace, making it straightforward to update your company's headshots without sending employees across London for individual appointments.
Whether you're arranging photographs for a whole team, updating your leadership profiles or simply need a professional headshot for a new starter, here's what to expect.
What Are Corporate Headshots, and Why Do They Matter?
Corporate headshots are professional portraits used to represent people in a business or professional environment.
They're commonly used on:
Company websites and team pages
LinkedIn profiles
'About Us' pages
Leadership and management profiles
Press and media profiles
Business proposals and presentations
Speaker and event profiles
Internal company directories
A professional headshot is often one of the first impressions someone has of a person they haven't met. For businesses, having a consistent set of professional photographs can also make your website and wider brand look more polished and established.
For many London businesses, there are three common reasons to organise new corporate headshots: a growing team, a change in branding or leadership, or simply the fact that the existing photographs are out of date.
How Much Do Corporate Headshots Cost in London?
The cost of corporate headshots in London varies depending on the number of people, the type of session and level of retouching required.
Team headshot photography can often be more cost-effective per person than arranging separate individual appointments, as the photography setup is shared across the group.
Individual professional headshots are also available for people who need a new photograph for LinkedIn, a company website, press work, speaking engagements or other professional uses.
The main factors that can affect the cost of corporate headshot photography include:
Number of people - The larger the team, the more efficiently the photography setup can be used, which will reduce the cost per person.
Individual or team session - A single professional headshot can be arranged as an individual session, while larger bookings can be organised as a dedicated company headshot day.
Retouching - Professional photo retouching is designed to enhance your finished images while keeping the results natural and recognisably you. From subtle adjustments and skin retouching to more detailed image editing, the level of retouching can be tailored to your requirements.
Additional retouching can be provided if required. We’ll discuss exactly what you’re looking for and provide a quotation based on the work involved.
Turnaround - Standard delivery times are available, and if you need your photographs particularly quickly, it's worth discussing this when you book.
Because every business is different, the easiest way to get an accurate price is to tell us how many people you need photographed and what you require from the session.
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How Long Does a Corporate Headshot Session Take?
The length of a corporate headshot session depends on the number of people being photographed and whether you're booking individual or team photography.
For team sessions, we work to an organised schedule so employees can have their photographs taken with as little disruption to their working day as possible.
Individual headshot sessions allow more time for personal direction, expressions and different options, particularly if the photograph will be used for a senior profile, press work or other important professional purposes.
When arranging a company headshot day, we'll discuss the number of people and available time with you beforehand so that we can create a practical schedule.
The aim is to make the process efficient without making people feel rushed.
What to Expect During a Corporate Headshot Session
A professional corporate headshot session is designed to be straightforward, even for people who don't particularly enjoy having their photograph taken.
For an on-site session, we'll set up the professional lighting, backdrop and photography equipment at your workplace before the photography begins. Team members can then attend at their allocated times, helping to keep the session organised and minimise disruption to the working day.
During the photography, you'll be given clear direction on positioning, posture and expression. There's no need to know how to pose or what to do in front of the camera – we'll guide you through the process and make adjustments where necessary.
We may take a number of photographs to capture different expressions and options. The aim is to create a professional, natural-looking headshot that represents you confidently while maintaining a consistent style across the team.
Once the photography is complete, the selected images are professionally retouched before being delivered in the agreed format.
On-Site Corporate Headshots in London
One of the biggest advantages of on-site corporate photography is convenience.
Instead of asking employees to travel to a photography studio, Mays Headshots brings the complete professional setup to your workplace. We provide the lighting, backdrop and equipment needed to create consistent professional headshots on-site.
This can be particularly useful for London businesses, where travelling across the city for a photography appointment can take considerably longer than the photography itself.
For a team, everyone can be photographed in the same location and under the same lighting conditions. This helps create a consistent look across your website, LinkedIn profiles and other company materials.
On-site headshots are also suitable for individuals. If you're a professional who needs an updated business headshot, you can arrange an individual session at your workplace without having to travel elsewhere.
Why Use a Professional Corporate Headshot Photographer?
A good corporate headshot should look professional without looking overly staged.
Professional photography gives you control over the things that make the biggest difference to a portrait: lighting, positioning, expression, background and composition.
It also means you receive a photograph that accurately represents how you actually look.
For businesses, consistency is particularly important. If every member of your team has been photographed separately in different locations, with different backgrounds and lighting, your website can quickly end up looking inconsistent.
A dedicated corporate headshot session allows everyone to be photographed in the same style, creating a cohesive set of professional team photographs for your website, LinkedIn and other business communications.
How to Prepare for a Company Headshot Session
Preparing for a company headshot session doesn't have to feel complicated. With a little planning beforehand, you can help your team feel comfortable in front of the camera and ensure your company headshots are consistent, professional and reflect your brand.
Before your company headshot photography session, confirm who needs to be photographed, where the session will take place and how the images will be used. For larger teams, creating a schedule in advance can help the day run efficiently while minimising disruption to the working day.
What Should You Wear for a Company Headshot?
Employees should choose clothing that reflects your company's brand, culture and professional image. Smart, well-fitting clothing is usually a good choice, while heavily patterned fabrics, prominent logos and anything particularly distracting are best avoided.
If your company has a specific dress code, it's worth communicating this to the team before the session so everyone knows what is expected.
On the day, a good night's sleep, staying hydrated and allowing a little extra time before the session can all help. There's also no need to worry about posing. An experienced corporate headshot photographer will guide each person through the session, helping them find a natural, confident expression.
How should you organise a headshot day?
If you're arranging photography for a team, give everyone their time slot in advance and allow a little flexibility in the schedule.
It's also useful to send employees a short briefing covering:
Their photography time
Where the photography will take place
What to wear
How long they should allow
Any specific company requirements
A little preparation beforehand can make the photography day much easier for everyone.
For larger teams, having a clear schedule also means employees can continue with their normal work without spending unnecessary time waiting for their photographs.
How Often Should Companies Update Their Headshots?
There is no fixed rule, but many businesses refresh their corporate headshots every two to three years or whenever there has been a significant change.
New starters are another common reason to arrange a professional headshot.
If some employees have professional photographs while others are using old photographs, phone pictures or images taken in completely different styles, it can make a company website look inconsistent.
Some businesses choose to arrange a larger headshot session every few years, while others book individual sessions for new starters throughout the year.
The right approach depends on the size and structure of your business.
Frequently Asked Questions About Corporate Headshots
Does Mays Headshots provide on-site corporate headshots in London? Yes. Mays Headshots specialises in on-site headshot photography for London businesses and professionals. We bring the professional lighting, backdrop and photography equipment to your workplace, allowing your team to be photographed efficiently without having to travel to a studio.
Can you photograph a whole company? Yes. We can organise corporate headshot sessions for teams and larger groups. The schedule can be planned in advance to minimise disruption to the working day.
How many people can you photograph in a day? We regularly photograph teams of all sizes, from individuals to small leadership groups and company-wide headshot days with 25+ staff. Our process is designed to be fast, organised and consistent across.
Do you offer both individual and team sessions? Yes. Individual professional headshots are available for new starters, executives, professionals and anyone who needs an updated business portrait. Team sessions can also be arranged for companies looking to create a consistent set of corporate headshots.
What should I wear for a corporate headshot? Employees should choose clothing that reflects your company's brand, culture and professional image. Smart, well-fitting clothing is usually a good choice, while heavily patterned fabrics, prominent logos and anything particularly distracting are best avoided.
If your company has a specific dress code, it's worth communicating this to the team before the session.
How long does a professional headshot take? The time varies depending on whether you're booking an individual or team session and how many people need photographing. We'll discuss timings with you when arranging your session and can create a schedule for larger groups.
How Quickly Will I Receive My Photographs? Professionally re-touched photographs will usually be ready within two working days, although this will depend on the size of the shoot. Smaller shoots can be turned around more quickly if agreed beforehand.
Where in London do you provide corporate headshot photography? Mays Headshot provides on-site corporate headshot photography across London. If you're unsure whether your workplace is within our service area, get in touch and we'll be happy to discuss it.
Book Corporate Headshots in London
Whether you need a professional headshot for yourself, photographs for a new team or a complete refresh of your company's website photographs, Mays Headshots can bring the photography setup directly to your workplace.
We make the process straightforward, professional and convenient, with individual and team sessions available across London.
Ready to put a date in the calendar? Contact https://www.maysheadshots.co.uk/ for a quote based on your team's size and timeline.