chicago headshot photographer

Professional Corporate Headshots

I offer a variety of professional corporate headshots services to suit the needs of your company. I can bring the studio to your company for the convenience of your staff for consistent branding, then return for new hires with the same background and lighting set-up. I can use a plain backdrop or use your office as an out-of-focus backdrop. I’ve been a top-rated Chicago headshot photographer for nearly 15 years and will provide a quality service and high-end headshot. Here are some of the professional headshot services that I offer for your business:

Option 1: Corporate Headshots On A Solid Backdrop

Corporate headshots are closely-cropped photos from the chest up. Corporate headshots can be taken at your office or in my Chicago studio. My most popular background options are light grey, dark grey, and white. More color options are available for studio shoots. Many clients book me to take headshots of their entire staff, board members, the top executives all on the same day, then come in only when there are new hires. I am also available to come into the office for just one person…the choice is yours. I can capture headshots according to your company’s specifications, or we can create something new together. Regardless, your headshots will be clean and standardized in order to give you a polished brand.

Option 2: Corporate Headshots With Your Office As The Backdrop

Environmental headshots are closely-cropped photos from the chest up with a blurred background behind you. Environmental headshots are more dynamic and place you in a location. These types of photos can better show your brand. Environmental headshots can only be taken at your location and cannot be replicated in a studio setting. My specialty is environmental headshots, as I feel those give the most polished and high-end look for corporate branding. My creativity really shines when asked to incorporate a client’s workspace into their business headshot, and I strongly encourage clients to go this route.

How It Works

  1. I bring the studio to you

2. We use my portable backdrop or your office as the backdrop

3. We review the images during the shoot to make sure you are happy with them

4. The files are delivered via my photo hosting site after the shoot for your review. You email me your selections for retouching.

5. Your selections are retouched

6. Your retouched shots are delivered in high resolution via a digital download link

A Guide To Your Professional Headshot Session

I can bring the studio to you for the convenience of your busy staff. All I need is a conference room, hallway, office, or a small space to set up my portable headshot studio. I can use a plain backdrop or use your office environment out of focus for a background. During the photo shoot, I direct all of my clients to find the poses and expressions that are consistent with your corporate branding or specifications. We will review all of the headshots during our session to make sure everything is going your way. For large amounts of staff headshots in one day, we typically take 5-10 minutes per person depending on their comfort level. After the shoot, I will deliver all of the photos via an online hosting gallery for everyone to review and select their images. If retouching is a part of your package, I hand-retouch all final images and deliver them digitally in high resolution. Rush services are available if needed. You can trust me to be your next headshot photographer. Let’s do it!

What people are saying.

  • Operations Manager, Nixon Peabody LLP

    We use Tina's services exclusively in our Chicago office and have been extremely pleased. She shoots professional headshots of our attorneys and is very accommodating with her schedule, even when some of the requests are with minimal notice. She always gives us options with the headshot proofs, and she is incredibly timely both with the initial proof and the turnaround should we desire any changes to the proofs which is next to never. We also appreciate that she invoices us promptly. I give her a 5+ star rating and am grateful for the professional relationship we have developed..

  • Recruitment Manager, Hanley, Flight, & Zimmerman

    “Working with Tina Smothers on headshots for our firm was a very easy and delightful process. Tina maintained great communication while we were scheduling things on our side, remained flexible with last minute requests and adaptable - we asked her to bring her equipment to our workspace for the shoot and she didn't blink an eye- just asked "where are you located? I'll bring my stuff to you!" She made all of our employees feel comfortable during the shoot and it shows in the final product which was delivered quickly after the shoot took place. Once we gave her the photo choices the final versions were turned around super fast, making it easy to get them up on our website in no time at all. Highly recommended. Great demeanor, easy going, and delivers a quality photo that brings out the best in our team members.”

  • Director of Marketing and Communications, Eshow

    “I searched for days for photographer in the Chicago area that could do some onsite branding and headshots for our tech company. I also had a lofty vision for a very colorful color palette, which was difficult to begin with. Tina not only responded immediately, but she talked through all the moving parts of getting the schedule together for 40 people. She came onsite for two days and made every employee feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. I am beyond thrilled with the end results. I will be using all of these photos for company-wide branded materials, email signatures and beyond! Tina was amazing. Highly recommend her for your company headshots or branded photography!”

  • Strategic Marketing, Heidrick & Struggles

    “Tina has been taking the photos for our Partners and Principals, for our corporate website and their LinkedIn photos. She's professional, prompt, and friendly with our team. She's always delivered a great product, and even came on short notice when we had a Partner come into our office for a headshot. I can't say enough about Tina and the quality of her work. I would recommend her to everyone who needs a photographer.”

  • Legal Assistant, Knight Nicastro MacKay

    “Tina Smothers is an outstanding photographer. She did an amazing job with our corporate headshots at our firm in Chicago. We are pleased with the quality of her work and her professionalism. I highly recommend her for corporate headshots. Her work is great and you will not regret it. Thank you Tina for all your work!”

  • Executive Project Coordinator, Earnest LLC

    Tina was a professional while also bringing great energy to our headshot session! She made sure our people felt comfortable which ultimately made for better headshots! Absolutely use Tina for your photography needs! Great communication and output!

  • Executive Assistant

    Executive Assistant

    Absolutely love working with Tina! Been working with her for years and she is absolutely pleasant and professional and her photos and headshots are fabulous. She knows how to get everyone to pose to see their best side and make them feel so comfortable! She's a joy to work with and we will continue to use her for years to come!

  • Director of Marketing & Community Partnerships, Ballyhoo Hospitality

    Tina was a dream to work with and I will recommend her to anyone that is looking to refresh their headshot. Right from the start we knew we were in good hands. She gave each individual wonderful direction and made us feel very comfortable getting our pictures taken (which not many enjoy, myself included). With a speedy turn around we had our Ballyhoo Hospitality website updated in no time. Thank you, Tina! We can't wait to work together again.

  • Managing Director, Peugeot Saveurs North America

    “I had not done a professional headshot in more than 15 years and was nervous, but needed one for a major event. Tina was professional, responsive, and easy to work with. She helped to make the session fun, relaxing and informative. And patient with me in selecting the final image! I would highly recommend her for your headshot or any other photography needs. I will gladly go to Tina again if I need her services in the future!”

Successful executives know that corporate image branding is key to thriving in today’s business environment. The corporate headshot is a personified professional image and an integral part of your fully developed corporate brand strategy. Showcase your employee’s personality and create a consistent, on-brand look for your organization. In a sea of Chicago photographers, it's essential to choose a professional headshot photographer who specializes in corporate photography. They will have the expertise and experience to capture the right expressions, lighting, and composition that align with your company's brand and image. I’ve been a full-time freelance corporate headshot photographer since 2009 and you can relax knowing that I will deliver a quality service and quality images.