Individual Headshots

YOUR CAREER
STARTS
HERE.

Student Headshots — Chicago Area & Geneva, IL

Special pricing for current students and recent graduates. A professional headshot shouldn’t wait until you can afford one’re updating LinkedIn, pivoting careers, or building a personal brand — this is where it starts.

★★★★★124+ five-star reviews · Geneva, IL · Serving Chicagoland

Individual Headshots

YOUR CAREER
STARTS
HERE.

Student Headshots — Chicago Area & Geneva, IL

Special pricing for current students and recent graduates. A professional headshot shouldn’t wait until you can afford one’re updating LinkedIn, pivoting careers, or building a personal brand — this is where it starts.

★★★★★124+ five-star reviews · Geneva, IL · Serving Chicagoland

Why It Matters

YOUR FIRST JOB STARTS WITH

YOUR FIRST JOB
STARTS WITH

A FIRST IMPRESSION.

You’ve worked hard to get here. Recruiters, hiring managers, and LinkedIn connections will form an opinion about you before you say a wordustworthy, capable, approachable — or forgettable. A great headshot turns that judgment in your favor. Whether you’re updating your LinkedIn, applying for a new job, building your personal brand, or pivoting careers — it’s the first thing they see, and the last thing they remember.

 A great headshot at the start of your career isn’t a luxury — it’s a competitive advantage. Student pricing makes it accessible from day one.

Choose Your Session

TWO WAYS TO

GET STARTED.

All sessions include real direction and professional retouching. Student pricing available for current students and recent graduates up to age 23.

Quick & Clean

Express

$99

Includes 1 final image

Your first professional headshot. One perfectly selected, fully edited image — LinkedIn-ready, delivered same day.

  • One fully edited final headshot
  • 20-minute session
  • Same-day delivery
  • Direction and expression coaching
  • +Option to purchase more images

Want to keep going? We’ll upgrade you to Professional on the spot.

The Sweet Spot

Professional

$260

Includes 2 final images

The complete experience. Two looks, real direction, and a gallery of your best work. The right choice for most professionals.

  • Two complete looks
  • Up to 45-minute session
  • LinkedIn + personal brand ready
  • Same or next-day delivery
  • Direction and expression coaching
  • +Option to purchase more images

Want to keep going? We’ll upgrade you to Executive on the spot.

What To Expect

A SESSION

FOR YOU.

Most students haven’t had a professional photo taken before. That’s completely normal — and it’s exactly what the coaching is for. You don’t need to know how to posenphotogenic. That’s not what happens here.

Studio in Geneva, IL

Conveniently located in the Fox Valley — accessible from Naperville, St. Charles, Batavia, Aurora, Schaumburg, and downtown Chicago.

01 — You show up

You walk into a home studio — not a commercial set. We talk for a minute. You’re already more comfortable than you expected to be. That’s the whole point.

02 — I GUIDE YOU ON WHAT TO DO

What to do with your jaw, your shoulders, where to put your weight,
where to look. You don’t have to know any of it. That’s my job.
I’ll talk you through every shot.

03 — WE WORK UNTIL IT’S RIGHT

I want your images to be perfect. If we end up going over time, so be it. I’m rarely watching the clock —  I’m paying attention to you.

04 — YOU LEAVE WITH SOMETHING REAL

A photo you’re proud to use on LinkedIn, your portfolio, or your first job application.

The Work

INDIVIDUALS.

AT THEIR BEST.

★★★★★

124+ REVIEWS.

We know how to make an impact.

★★★★★

“Choose this photographer. Trust me.”

“He is extremely talented and professional. I felt immediately at ease during the shoot. And I have never been so happy with a photo of myself.”

Tracey Hosack

Individual Session

★★★★★

“I love my new headshots.”

“I was nervous and didn’t know what to expect. Justin made some silly jokes to bring a smile to my face. I love my new headshots.”

Yvonne Herzhoff

Individual Session

★★★★★

“Awkward-introvert-approved.”

“I’m usually terrible in pictures, but Justin was so easy to work with and managed to capture a ton of great shots.”

Laura Klicker

Individual Session

★★★★★

“He was hilarious and actually made me laugh.”

“I was actually in a bad mood when I stopped down for these headshots and was worried it would reflect in the pictures. Justin was hilarious and actually made me laugh so he could get the authentic smiles that are so important for these.”

Ari Barnett

Individual Session

Free Guide

10 THINGS

THAT WILL MAKE YOUR

HEADSHOT AMAZING.

From the photographer’s side of the camera — even if you never book with us. Practical tips on what to wear, how to prepare, and what makes the difference between a good headshot and a great one.

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Enter your email below and we’ll send you the full guide — 10 tips that apply to any headshot session.

Common Questions

YOUR QUESTIONS.

STRAIGHT ANSWERS.

Current students and recent graduates up to age 23 with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Pricing is built into the booking links on this page — no verification required.

Yes — if you want to keep going after Express, we can upgrade you to Professional on the spot. The price difference applies.

As soon as possible. Your headshot should be ready before you start applying, not after. Most sessions book 1–2 weeks out.

134 Hawkins Way, Geneva, IL 60134 — about 45 minutes west of downtown Chicago. Free parking on-site.

Student Express is $99 — one image, 20 minutes, same day. Perfect for LinkedIn or your first professional photo. Professional is $260 — two complete looks in 45 minutes, ideal when you want options for different applications or industries.

Think first interview. Solid colors, no busy patterns or logos. Bring 2–3 options — we’ll look through them together before we start. When in doubt, go classic: a blazer or structured top in a neutral color is almost always right.

Yes — as long as you’re currently enrolled or recently graduated, up to age 23. Master’s and professional degree students qualify.

Use the booking links on this page to schedule directly. Student pricing is already applied — just pick your date and time.

READY FOR

YOUR HEADSHOT?

Studio in Geneva. Student Express in 20 minutes. Professional for two complete looks. Pick the session that fits and let’s get you photographed.

Get In Touch

All your questions answered.

Unique situations taken care of.

I want to make your experience perfect. If you have any questions before moving forward, reach out and we will chat.