Behind the Scenes: Setting Up a Pro Studio in Your Office
Step inside a real mobile headshot session at your office. See how we transform a meeting room into a pro studio in 30 minutes for confident, polished portraits.
We bring the entire studio to you — lights, backdrops, camera, everything.
Here’s exactly how we transform your meeting room into a pro photography setup in 30 minutes and
why it often beats a traditional studio.
The Setup: What Actually Happens
First 10 Minutes: Scoping the Space
I check out your meeting room, boardroom, or reception area. A small office or meeting room is all we need — that and a plug socket, and we’re good to go.
10–20 Minutes: Gear Goes Up
Here’s where it gets fun:
- Lighting: Professional LED lighting set up to flatter every
face and remove harsh shadows, so you look natural and confident on camera. - Backdrop: Clean, professional backgrounds that suit your
brand and make you stand out — no clutter, no distractions, just you at your best.
20–25 Minutes: Camera + Computer
I tether the camera to a laptop so you can see each shot live. This real-time view is a
game-changer: you watch your headshot improve shot by shot.
25–30 Minutes: Test Shots & Fine-Tuning
A few test frames, light tweaks, and we’re ready to go. Quiet, efficient, no disruption to your
office.
Why Your Office Beats a Studio
Shooting in your own space is often better than hiring a studio. Here’s why:
- Comfort: Familiar surroundings keep you relaxed. No travel
stress, no awkward studio vibe. - Convenience: Walk from your desk to the meeting room, no
driving or parking needed. - Authenticity: It feels like you — not like you’re “playing
dress-up” somewhere unfamiliar.
Real-Time Coaching That Works
We’ll shoot tethered so you can see every image as we go. I coach you live — tiny tweaks to
posture, expression, or angle that make a huge difference. You see it happen frame by frame,
which builds confidence fast.
Same Gear, Same Results
We use the same cameras, lenses, and lighting setups as high-end studios. The only difference is
location: I bring it to you. The physics of light don’t change just because we’re in your
office.
What Clients Say
“I honestly thought it would be a couple of lights and a
backdrop. What showed up looked like a film set.”
“I assumed mobile meant cutting corners. It didn’t. It meant
convenience and zero compromise.”
If you’re organising headshots for your team, have a look at my corporate headshot service for the full picture of how it works.