HEADSHOTS CHICAGO
CHICAGO HEADSHOT PHOTOGRAPHER
IS YOUR HEADSHOT HOLDING YOU BACK?
CONFIDENCE
Your confidence is going to come from your eyes. You want to avoid that deer in the headlights look to drive home the fact that you’re an expert in your field.
APPROACHABILITY
Approachability is a combination of the body language and the smile. Not all smiles are created equal therefore, if it looks fake, you can forget about looking approachable.
PSYCHOLOGY
What are you trying to convey with your headshot? Does your current head shot get the job done, or is it costing you opportunities? Is your personal branding positioning you properly to get the work you’re looking for?
SCHEDULE YOUR PROFESSIONAL HEADSHOTS TODAY
You need headshots Chicago! A great professional headshot is no longer an option, it’s a requirement. Your LinkedIn profile is working for you 24 hours a day 7 days a week whether you want it to or not. Have you ever googled yourself? People who insist upon the best, choose 312 Elements. It’s not a coincidence that I’m continually voted the best Chicago portrait photographer, but don’t take my word for it. I have tons of testimonials all over the internet. Let's work together and craft the narrative around your personal branding.
5 STAR RATED
YOUR IMAGE MATTERS!
ENVIRONMENTAL PORTRAITS
“You don't get a second chance to make a first impression. It takes most people less than 7 seconds to form an opinion about you. Your personal branding is more important now than it's ever been before . Take control of your personal branding and you take control of your first impression with an amazing professional headshot.” Chicago Headshots are for everyone!
YOU NEED A HEADSHOT BUT YOU HATE BEING PHOTOGRAPHED
CORPORATE HEADSHOT
Sound familiar? Fear not. I get this ALL the time from my corporate headshot clients. Anyone can click the shutter on camera, but it takes an expert like myself to coach you from behind the camera. There's a learning curve to being photographed. If you walk through the door with a the ability to follow instructions, I can take care of the rest. This is one of those scenarios in life where you absolutely get out what you put in. Creating an convincing professional headshot is a team effort.
WOULD YOU CALL YOURSELF
PHOTOGENIC?
If you answered yes to that question, you’re definitely in the minority. My business exploded in 2012 when we discovered the secret to helping people look their best in their corporate headshot photos. Not only will you be coached throughout the process by one of the best headshot photographers in the country, but you’ll also be able to review the images in real-time to put your mind at ease.
ON-LOCATION HEADSHOTS
Let us come to you. We'll set up a small version of our studio in your office. We can match the style of your existing headshots or provide you with a unique look, using your office as that backdrop. Last year I photographed over 3000 people on location. Nobody in Chicago has more experience working in corporate environments and law firms than I do.
CORPORATE HEADSHOTS
You're in luck. You found the best Chicago headshot photographer. As trends continue to push people online, your personal branding is more important than ever. A professional headshot is a great way to build a lasting impression online. Let me help you stand out in crowd. Call and schedule an appointment today.
ACTOR HEADSHOTS
Are you a Chicago actor in need of a headshot? Your 8x10 headshot is your calling card; your only tangible marketing tool. we work with all of the major agencies in town and we're happy to answer any questions you might have. We have a great deal of experience working with actors, and we look forward to making sure youland that next big role!
OFFICE HEADSHOTS
Does your business need on location corporate headshots? 312GO is the traveling headshot division of 312 Elements. Learn more about our unique staff headshot and new hire program.
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NOT JUST A PHOTOSHOOT AN EXPERIENCE
Located in the popular Fulton Market district, we're not only easy to find, but we're also where the action is. Here's a professional headshot tip. Make a day of it. Have your headshot makeup done at the studio, grab a bite in the west loop, then head out for a night on the town.
CRAFT THE NARRATIVE AROUND YOUR PERSONAL BRAND
I INCLUDE RETOUCHING IN THE MAJORITY OF MY HEADSHOT PACKAGES BECAUSE WE COULD ALL USE A LITTLE BIT OF PHOTOSHOP
MICHAEL SCHACHT
PHOTOGRAPHER/OWNER
PHOTOGRAPHER/OWNER
WHAT MY HEADSHOTS DO FOR YOU
HEADSHOTS CHICAGO
- MARKET YOURSELF
- SELF EMPOWERMENT
- POSITION YOU AS AN EXPERT IN YOUR FIELD
- CONTROL YOUR PERSONAL BRAND
- GET THAT JOB
- CLOSE THAT DEAL
- STAND OUT IN THE CROWD
- TAKE BACK CONTROL OF YOUR FIRST IMPRESSION
SCHEDULE YOUR HEADSHOT SESSION TODAY
I'm a husband, a father of two beautiful girls, and very fortunate to be able to call what I do a career. If there's someone out there that has more fun going to work than I do, I'd love to have a beer with them.
STAND OUT IN THE CROWD TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR BRANDING
WE ARE NO LONGER AFFORDED THE LUXURY OF BLENDING IN
CHICAGO PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER
If you're looking for a Chicago portrait photographer with experience working with magazines, we can do that as well. A headshot is a specific kind of portrait. My portraits are kind of like my rebellion from headshot photography. I get to ignore the rules and just have fun. Click the link below to check out my portrait portfolio.
FAQ
Here are answers to some frequently asked questions:
Will You Shoot On Location?
Is the makeup artist worth it?
Do you offer discounts?
Are you the only photographer?
What Should I wear for my headshot?
What about hair?
HEADSHOT PHOTOGRAPHER
Let me tell you the truth about headshot photography. If you've read this far down the page, chances are you're seriously interested in getting an amazing headshot. Take a moment and past yourself on the back for making the right decision. Maybe you're looking to rebrand, maybe you're just looking to upgrade a little bit. Stop looking, stop agonizing over this decision. Fill out the contact form and let me help you. You will not find another photographer that cares more about your success than I do. You also wont find a more capable photographer than myself. My success in this industry has allowed me to photograph more people than any other photographer in town. I've helped more people start new careers, get promotions, land roles, and position themselves as experts in their given industries than my next three competitors combined. That's not even really a fair statement because I don't believe I have a single competitor in this space. There are some very capable photographers in town, and they might be able to help you. But the truth is that I large number of my clients come from the so called competition. I get calls every week from people who were photographed by XYZ photographer and despite spending a lot of money, they failed to live up to their expectations. Don't settle for anything less than what you deserve.
I'm a no bull shit kind of guy. I take headshots very seriously. If you this isn't something that you think is important, than hire someone else, or better yet, have a friend do it. I'm not going to let you wear the wrong tie, wrong dress, wrong shirt, or let you select the wrong image. I've got an awesome tutorial on how to dress for headshots and other professional headshot tips. This is what I do day in and day out for the last 10 years. I'm not going to let you look older than you are, heavier than you are, or less intelligent than you are. It's my job to make sure you look like a million bucks. I mean it when I say that I am the only person in town that can make this happen for you. There isn't a photographer on page one of google, whose work I haven't had to fix. I am in the business of making clients happy and that's exactly what I do.
So what's holding you back. Is it our prices? You are absolutely correct. If you want to work with the best, it's going to be expensive. My experience is that you're going to pay for it either way. You're going to pay for it when you choose the wrong photographer and need to have it redone somewhere else. You're going to pay for it when instead of getting the job you wanted that pays well, you settle for a job with less opportunity and pays less. You're going to pay for it when you're trying to connect with a new client on LinkedIn and your LinkedIn profile picture makes you look eager and inexperienced. Listen, while what I do may not be rocket science, there's a skill to it that really can't be taught. I have the unique ability to look at you, decide which side of your face is your better side, decipher which angle is going to be the most flattering, what type of light is going to work best with your skin and bone structure, and I have the taste to help you select the image that's going to represent your personal brand. And I do it all with the bedside manner required for such a sensitive experience. Honesty, I've tried to teach this to people. It just doesn't work. This is why I don't have assistants or associate photographers. I have a gift and I want to share it with you.
To recap, it's time to get with the program. You owe it to yourself to work with the best. If you're willing to settle for average, save yourself the $300 and just have a friend do it. I'm a headshot photographer, I don't shoot weddings, or families. I am the expert in my field and I believe that what I do changes peoples lives. Do you want to make more money? Do you want to feel better about yourself? Are you ready to be taken seriously in your industry? Drop me a line today.