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You. The way you want to be seen.

Chicago headshots and personal branding. Coaching that finds your best expression, retouching so subtle people just think you look rested.

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Most people walk in convinced they aren’t photogenic. They walk out struggling to pick a favorite.

The work

Real clients, coached and retouched in the studio and on location.

Smiling woman with long brown hair on a warm brown backdrop
Smiling man with a beard in a navy suit on a charcoal backdrop
Actor with long wavy hair, hand at her chin, in a black top on a gray backdrop
Smiling woman with blonde hair and black glasses on a white backdrop
Man with arms crossed in a light sweater against an amber textured wall
Smiling woman with long dark hair on a charcoal backdrop
Actor in a dark blazer with his arms crossed on a charcoal backdrop
Woman with a dark bob on a burgundy backdrop
Actor with long dark hair, hand on her hip, in a black tee and jeans
Smiling man with a gray beard on a charcoal backdrop

Camera to finished

Light, color, skin and stray hairs, finished so it still looks like you.

Headshot straight from the camera, with the studio lights still in the frame The same headshot, finished

Every photo your brand needs

Headshots, photos at work and portraits on location for your website, LinkedIn, talks and press. Planned with you, with hair and makeup included.

Plan your branding day
Woman in a gray suit, smiling, with the city behind her
Headshot
The same woman in a black blazer at her office desk
At work
The same woman leaning on a tree outdoors, smiling
Outdoors
Smiling woman with dark hair in a studio headshot on a teal backdrop
Headshot
The same woman in a black blazer at her office desk
At work
The same woman in a gray suit, arms crossed, downtown
On location

Choose your session

Four ways in. Each one starts with coaching and ends with photos that still look like you.

  1. Headshot sessions
  2. Personal branding
  3. Team headshots
  4. Actor headshots
Smiling man with arms crossed in a dark suit on a warm backdrop

Headshot sessions

For LinkedIn, your company site and everything after. Coached and retouched, from $275.

Smiling man in a gray plaid suit shaking hands outdoors

Personal branding

For founders and executives whose face is the brand. Photos at the places that tell your story, planned with you.

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Team headshots

One consistent look for the whole team, at your office, with a private gallery for every person.

Actor with long dark hair, hand on her hip, in dramatic light

Actor headshots

Theatrical and commercial headshots for teens and adults, from $275.

5.0 rating on Google from 133+ reviews

Choose this photographer. Trust me. … I have never been so happy with a photo of myself. Thank you, Justin, for making me feel so good about myself!
Tracey Hosack
“Justin is an absolute master in his field. His skills do not stop at the lens, or the shutter of the camera. But move far beyond to make you feel comfortable and confident in your photos both during, and after shooting. Honesty, compassion, and genuine interest are all things you can expect from Justin. …”
Justin Murphy
“A true professional! I’ve had headshots done before, but never to this level of excellence. If you are looking to update your pictures, you need to see Justin at Elite Headshots!”
Joseph Rodriguez
“Justin is best in class! He was fabulous at getting me to relax and caught my personality in camera. The entire process was smooth and easy. He was patient with me when I changed my mind on poses and backgrounds. He is a true professional and expert when it comes to “seeing” the final image. I highly recommend him for all your headshot needs!”
Kimberly Bretz
“Today I had the pleasure of working with an amazing photographer that has taken my LinkedIn profile photo to a whole new level!! … Justin, Thank you for making me look and feel my best and bringing out my confidence!”
Cayetano Siete
“Justin spent 2 days in our office shooting new headshots for our team. He was incredibly easy to work with, from scheduling, to set-up, to specific direction given while taking photos. When we got the gallery back, everyone, and I mean EVERYONE, looked like professional models. …”
Kolleen Mooren, Director of Marketing, The Marketing Store
“… His attention to detail was impeccable, ensuring that every aspect of the photos was perfect. Justin was easy to work with, creating a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere throughout the session. He provided valuable guidance on poses and expressions, capturing the best angles and showcasing my professionalism. …”
Matthew S
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Justin Tosch, headshot photographer, holding his camera

Most photographers will pose you and press a button. That’s not what happens here. I direct and coach you through every shot: exactly what to do with your face, your posture and your expression. Some of it sounds strange. All of it works.

The difference between a forgettable headshot and one that stops people mid-scroll isn’t the camera. It’s what’s happening on your face.

Peter Hurley coached me for more than three years. I took his intensive several times in New York and Chicago, and earned Mentor status in his Headshot Crew. Since 2019, I’ve delivered more than 5,000 headshots to people, teams and actors across Chicagoland.

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Book a sessionPricing for teamsStudio in Geneva, IL. On location across Chicagoland.

More of my work

Actor with long dark hair looking over her shoulder on an amber backdrop
Young man in a blue checked blazer on a white backdrop
Actor with short gray hair in a black shirt on a warm gray backdrop
Actor with her hair tied back in a fitted gray tee on a light gray backdrop
Smiling man with a beard in a black tee on a charcoal backdrop
Actor in a blue tee leaning on a table and looking to the side, on an amber backdrop
Smiling woman with shoulder-length hair in a white shirt
Smiling man in a blue blazer and white shirt on a charcoal backdrop
Young woman in a white top looking to the side on a burgundy backdrop
Actor in a dark henley on a charcoal backdrop
Smiling actor with pink and black hair on a dark backdrop
Black-and-white portrait of an actor leaning on a chair
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Who are the photos for?

My team or companyOne consistent look for a group, at your office. An event or conferencePhotos of your event, sent to guests as they’re taken, or a headshot booth.