Capturing the perfect professional headshot is crucial for anyone in a leadership role, and Kimberly, an employee at the U.S. Consulate General, understands this better than most. We first met Kimberly when she inquired through our website, and through a short phone call where we were able to walk her through the headshot process with Bauman Photographers.
As we talked with her, we walked her through key questions we could use to craft the perfect professional headshot session for her, including what different styles of headshots she would need, what she could use each headshot for, and where would be the best place to photograph the headshots she needed. Through our discussions, we were able to choose examples from blogs such as Matthew’s Public Speaking Engagement headshots, as well as Salla’s LinkedIn Headshot that would best suit her needs.
Capturing Professional Headshots In Studio
Walking her through what made each professional headshot different for these clients’ needs, we recommended that she take headshots with different outfits & against separate backdrops; our classic cyclorama headshots, outdoors, and more environmental in studio. When it came to the day of, we were ready with a game plan to capture the perfect professional headshot Kimberly needed for every occasion.
- White & Grey Cyclorama: With a clean, polished backdrop & crisp studio lighting, we were able to take more traditional headshots that focused on her poised & confident demeanor. Perfect for her website bio, as well as her LinkedIn profile, it offers a classic & approachable style, with her professional headshot focused entirely on her.
- Outdoors: Using soft natural lighting and greenery outdoors, we were able to capture dynamic & approachable professional headshots that would be perfect for speaking engagements. With a natural background & warmth, they convey the perfect approachability that one would want for a public speaking headshot.
- Environmental: With our lobby setting, we took the time to find the perfect spots where we could convey a more natural look as compared to the cyclorama. Using a relaxed environment with soft natural lighting, we were able to convey a sense of comfortability and approachability perfect for speaking engagements.
Kimberly’s new professional headshots now perfectly encapsulate her role as a global diplomat, balancing professionalism with the personal touch needed for cultural diplomacy. Whether it’s for her website, LinkedIn, or public speaking, these images will serve her well as she represents U.S. interests.
