Professional LinkedIn headshot showing confident, approachable expression with studio lighting

LinkedIn Headshot Photographer

Your LinkedIn photo is the first thing people see. I'll make sure it works for you.

★★★★★ 5 on Google (55+ Google reviews) • On-site studio • Delivered within 2 working days

Expression coaching included • Choose favourites on the day

Why Your LinkedIn Photo Matters

LinkedIn profiles with a professional headshot get significantly more views, more messages, and more connection requests. Recruiters spend seconds scanning a profile before deciding whether to click. Your photo is the first thing they judge.

That doesn't mean you need to look like a stock photo. It means you need to look like yourself on a good day: confident, approachable, and worth talking to.

"Head and shoulders above"

"Peter is head and shoulders above all other photographers I have worked with. I can highly recommend him, especially when a bit of help to look the best is needed."

Charlotte Valeur
FTSE Chair & Non-Executive Director

Professional headshot of a woman with a warm, confident expression, ideal for a LinkedIn profile
Professional headshot of a man with a confident, approachable expression on a dark background

What Makes a Strong LinkedIn Headshot

The right expression

A forced smile looks like a forced smile. I use expression coaching to help you find a look that's genuinely yours: confident without being stiff, approachable without being vague. Most clients are surprised how natural they look when someone is actually guiding them.

Clean, professional background

A plain background keeps the attention on you. I shoot on dark or neutral studio backdrops that work across every industry, from law to tech to consulting. No distracting office clutter, no awkward selfie backgrounds.

Proper lighting

Good lighting is the single biggest difference between a phone photo and a professional headshot. My mobile studio uses the same equipment I'd use in a fixed studio. It flatters everyone, reduces harsh shadows, and makes you look sharp on any screen size.

Why AI headshots fall short

AI-generated headshots get the pixels roughly right, but they miss the thing that actually matters: your real expression. People connect with real faces, not rendered ones. If your contacts have met you in person and your LinkedIn photo doesn't match, that's a trust problem. There's more on this in my AI headshots article.

Professional headshot with clean background, confident and approachable expression, suitable for LinkedIn
Professional portrait with studio lighting, warm expression, ideal for a LinkedIn profile photo

How Your LinkedIn Headshot Session Works

1

Quick Chat About Your LinkedIn

Before I pick up a camera, I'll ask about your role, your industry, and how you use LinkedIn. Are you attracting clients, looking for a new role, or building a profile within your company? That shapes the look we go for.

2

Studio at Your Workplace

I bring professional studio lighting to your office, home, or wherever suits you. Expression coaching is built into every session. I'll guide you through different looks until we find the one that feels right. Most people relax within the first few minutes.

3

Choose and Go

You'll see your photos as I shoot, so there's no anxious wait. We pick your favourites together, and your retouched images land in your inbox within two working days, optimised for LinkedIn's profile photo, banner, and article thumbnails.

Pricing

Sessions are £240 (incl VAT), with final images at £60 each. Most LinkedIn clients choose 1 or 2 images. That's everything: studio setup, expression coaching, same-day review, retouching, and delivery within two working days.

Full details on the pricing page.

What Clients Say

Rated 5 stars by 55+ Google reviews

Mike Donoghue

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"When it comes to looking for professional photographers or videographers in the future, then I won't be performing any Google searches. I'll simply just be calling Peter. He's done a first class job for us at a very reasonable price."

Rosey Hammond

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"Peter really goes above and beyond with the finer details to get the right picture, all the while making you feel comfortable and at ease."

David Watkins

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"Outstanding. Peter came to my house, set up speedily and answered all my questions. His calm manner helped me relax and I actually ended up enjoying the session — something I never thought I'd say about someone taking photos of me."

Professional headshot with modern styling, clean background, confident expression
Classic professional headshot with warm expression and studio lighting on a dark background

LinkedIn Headshot FAQ

What size should a LinkedIn headshot be?

LinkedIn recommends 400x400 pixels minimum, but I deliver at much higher resolution so your photo looks sharp on any screen. Every image comes pre-cropped and optimised for LinkedIn's profile photo, banner, and article thumbnails.

What should I wear for a LinkedIn headshot?

Wear what you'd wear to meet an important client. For most people that means smart but not stiff. Solid colours work better than busy patterns on camera. When you book, I'll send you a preparation guide with specific suggestions for your industry. I've also written a detailed guide on what to wear.

Can you come to my office for a LinkedIn headshot?

Yes. I bring a full mobile studio to your workplace anywhere in the South West or London. All I need is a room with enough space and access to a power socket. Setup takes about 20 minutes.

How is a LinkedIn headshot different from a general headshot?

The session itself is the same: expression coaching, same-day review, professional retouching. The difference is in the brief. We'll talk about your LinkedIn audience and what impression you want to make, and I'll deliver images optimised specifically for LinkedIn's formats and aspect ratios.

Should I update my LinkedIn headshot?

If your current photo is more than two years old, doesn't look like you any more, or was taken on a phone, it's worth updating. Your LinkedIn photo is often the first thing people see before deciding whether to connect. I've written more about the signs it's time for a new headshot.

Can you photograph my whole team for LinkedIn?

Yes. I offer team packages for consistent LinkedIn headshots across your whole organisation. Same lighting, same framing, same coaching for everyone.

Ready to go? Start with a quick chat.

Let's Get You Sorted

If you'd like to book a LinkedIn headshot session or have a quick question, I'm here. Most clients are in front of the camera within a week of getting in touch.

Prefer to chat first? Email me or call 07815 596185.

Need More Than a LinkedIn Headshot?

Corporate Team Headshots

If your whole team needs consistent LinkedIn headshots, my corporate packages cover teams of 5 to 500. Same studio, same coaching, everyone done in one day.

Personal Branding Photography

If you need more than a single headshot, my personal branding sessions give you a library of images showing your expertise in action, across multiple settings and platforms.

Where I Photograph LinkedIn Headshots

I'm based in Exeter and work regularly across the South West and London. Wherever you are, I bring the same studio setup and coaching to your door.

  • Exeter: My home base. Science Park, Southernhay, Marsh Barton and across the city
  • Plymouth: Devonport Dockyard, Derriford, the University and city centre
  • Bristol: Temple Quarter, Clifton, Portishead and across the city
  • London: The City, Canary Wharf, Soho, Westminster and beyond
  • Bath: City centre, business parks and the wider Bath area
  • All areas served: Devon, Somerset, Cornwall, Dorset, Wiltshire, Gloucestershire and UK-wide
"Fantastic fun working with Peter, highly recommend him!" — Craig Bentley
"Excellent shots and a very professional service" — Rob Robson
"Great photos — really capturing the moment." — Paul Hockley
"Peter was lovely to deal with and very informative on the day." — Junaid Patel
"Everything was great, thank you so much!" — Alina Maiboga
"Very helpful and very knowledgeable" — Nicholas Bond
"Absolute professional" — Kateryna Monastyrska
"One of the best and surely recommended" — Hamza Tanvir
"Very professional" — Kiren Mann
"Awesome shots, great work, a professional photographer." — Shah
"Fantastic fun working with Peter, highly recommend him!" — Craig Bentley
"Excellent shots and a very professional service" — Rob Robson
"Great photos — really capturing the moment." — Paul Hockley
"Peter was lovely to deal with and very informative on the day." — Junaid Patel
"Everything was great, thank you so much!" — Alina Maiboga
"Very helpful and very knowledgeable" — Nicholas Bond
"Absolute professional" — Kateryna Monastyrska
"One of the best and surely recommended" — Hamza Tanvir
"Very professional" — Kiren Mann
"Awesome shots, great work, a professional photographer." — Shah
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