Why Headshot Pricing Is So Hard to Find
Most photographers don't publish their prices. You submit a contact form, wait for a response, and still can't tell if the photographer you're looking at is $200 or $2,000. That makes comparison nearly impossible when you're trying to budget.
This guide gives you real numbers, explains the difference between price points, and tells you what you should actually be getting at each level — so you can walk into any conversation with a photographer knowing exactly what to ask and what to expect.
Rojas Photography Headshot Pricing
Simple, transparent pricing. No packages. No minimums. You only pay for the images you love.
Session Fee
$150
per session
- 60–90 minute guided session
- Professional studio lighting
- Real-time posing & expression coaching
- Unlimited wardrobe changes
- Immediate image review on set
Per Image
$150
per selected image
- Professional editing & color correction
- Skin tone balancing & blemish removal
- Shine reduction & hair cleanup
- Delivered to private online gallery
- 48-hour turnaround
No minimum purchase. Images can be used across LinkedIn, your company website, speaking bio, business card, and more — you decide what you need. Rush delivery (24-hour turnaround) available for an additional $75.
Corporate headshots for attorneys, executives, healthcare professionals & more — view full headshot gallery →
Pricing at Rojas Photography
Simple, transparent pricing for every situation — individual professionals, students, and teams.
Standard Rate
$150
session fee
+ $150 per image selected
- 60–90 minute guided session
- Professional studio lighting
- Real-time posing & expression coaching
- Unlimited wardrobe changes
- Professional editing & color correction
- 48-hour delivery to private gallery
- No minimum image purchase
For executives, attorneys, healthcare professionals, financial advisors, real estate agents, and business owners.
Student Rate
$150
session + one edited image
Currently enrolled students only
- Everything in the standard session
- One professionally edited image included
- ERAS-ready format available
- Bring your student ID
- Additional images at standard rate
For college students, graduate students, and medical students applying through ERAS.
Teams & On-Site
Custom
based on team size & location
We bring the studio to you
- Full studio setup at your location
- Consistent lighting across all team members
- High-volume efficiency — large teams welcome
- Coordinated scheduling to minimize disruption
- 24–48 hour delivery
For companies, healthcare organizations, law firms, and any team needing consistent headshots across multiple people.
5 Things That Actually Determine Headshot Quality
Price matters — but these are the things that separate a headshot you're proud to use from one you quietly hide.
Lighting
Professional lighting is the single biggest difference between a good headshot and a great one. It shapes your face, eliminates harsh shadows, and creates depth that a ring light or window simply cannot replicate.
Coaching
Most people are not naturally comfortable in front of a camera. A skilled photographer directs your posture, chin position, eye contact, and expression in real time — the result is a photo that looks natural because it was guided, not posed.
Editing
Professional editing is not about altering how you look. It is color correction, skin tone balancing, blemish removal, and shine reduction — the difference between an image that looks like a snapshot and one that looks like it belongs on a company website.
Turnaround
Professional photographers deliver within 24–72 hours. If a photographer says "2–4 weeks," that is a red flag — either they are overwhelmed or editing is not a priority.
Coaching Experience
A photographer who shoots weddings and portraits may produce beautiful images, but corporate headshots require a specific understanding of professional branding, LinkedIn optimization, and executive presence. Specialization matters.
Red Flags When Hiring a Headshot Photographer
Price alone is not the only thing to watch. These warning signs apply at any budget level.
- No clear pricing on their website — forces you to submit before knowing if they're in budget
- Turnaround longer than 1 week for individual headshots
- No portfolio of corporate or professional headshots specifically
- Packages that force you to buy a minimum number of images
- No posing or expression coaching mentioned anywhere
- Images delivered without professional editing or color correction
- Outdated portfolio — more than 2-3 years old
Corporate Headshots in Modesto & the Central Valley
Rojas Photography is based in Modesto, CA. We photograph executives, attorneys, healthcare professionals, financial advisors, real estate agents, and business teams throughout the Central Valley and statewide.
With 15+ years of corporate experience and 60+ five-star reviews, we understand how professionals want to be seen — and how to get them there. Every session includes full coaching, professional lighting, unlimited wardrobe changes, and 48-hour delivery.
Professional Headshot Pricing — Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Invest in a Headshot That Works for You?
$150 session. $150 per image. No minimums. 48-hour delivery. Serving Modesto, the Central Valley, and all of California.