How much does a professional headshot cost?

2LT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 22 Sep 2022 13:21:21 -0400

I recently accepted a new position at my current job that is classified as a "professional" position . I was told by HR that I have to take a professional headshot and that I need to find a place that does so. Since I have to do that, I was thinking about taking another one in my dress uniform. Does anyone here have experience with this? How much do these fancy photo shoots cost?

Response by COL Randall C. made Sep 22 at 2022 2:01 PM

COL Randall C. — Thu, 22 Sep 2022 14:01:15 -0400

Why would you wear your military uniform for a non-military job? If it IS a military position, then go with the uniform (of course), otherwise wear appropriate business attire.

Regarding "how much" - that's going to widely vary depending on where you live. However, there are numerous 'cheaper' options that going to a professional studio.

Why don't you ask the other's in the 'rogues gallery' and see what they did for their head shot.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 22 at 2022 2:27 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 22 Sep 2022 14:27:21 -0400

It depends on the photographer you use and how much they charge for professional head shots.

Response by SFC David Reid, M.S, PHR, SHRM-CP, DTM made Sep 22 at 2022 3:08 PM

SFC David Reid, M.S, PHR, SHRM-CP, DTM — Thu, 22 Sep 2022 15:08:42 -0400

Maybe 20 dollars!

Response by COL Vincent Stoneking made Sep 22 at 2022 6:38 PM

COL Vincent Stoneking — Thu, 22 Sep 2022 18:38:43 -0400

Honestly, just a friend with a decent camera, digital preferred, and a decent backdrop.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 22 at 2022 7:21 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 22 Sep 2022 19:21:42 -0400

I personally just went to local JC Penny photo studio. It's literally the photo in my profile.

I wouldn't call it fancy. It's a step up from say the DA Photo process.

https://jcpportraits.com/offers/portrait-coupon-lpsearch/?utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=search&utm_content=search_studio_brand_phrase&msclkid=83f5ea89bf391fd4092f89a5525ac626

JCP

Response by Lt Col Jim Coe made Sep 23 at 2022 11:20 AM

Lt Col Jim Coe — Fri, 23 Sep 2022 11:20:33 -0400

Ask HR if the company will pay for the photo they require. And will HR recommend a photographer. If you’re in a Union, check with your shop steward.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 29 at 2022 4:30 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 16:30:33 -0400

What base is near you? You should be able to get it for free on post.

Response by SP5 Charles Gould made Sep 29 at 2022 8:19 PM

SP5 Charles Gould — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 20:19:37 -0400

You will need to go through the Army Sniper Course. A true professional headshot requires breathing control, windage and elevation adjustments and slow trigger squeeze while breathing out and holding on target. Uniform shouldn’t matter. Good luck!

Response by SN Robbie Malone made Oct 21 at 2022 10:27 AM

SN Robbie Malone — Fri, 21 Oct 2022 10:27:43 -0400

I have a friend that does that his name is Paul Hanon this is his email address [login to see] . He is really good and if you need to go on LinkedIn and talk to him he did military pictures at a deep discount or for free.