A corporate headshot has one job: help you look credible, approachable, and current. Not over-produced. Not stiff. Just you on a good day, with clean light and calm direction.

This recent session in my Northern New Jersey studio is a good example of what works for LinkedIn and corporate profiles, especially in Bergen County and the NYC metro area where first impressions move fast.

Why This Headshot Works

The expression is real. Confident, relaxed, and present. No forced smile. No “photo face.” That’s what people trust.

Wardrobe stays out of the way. A simple blazer and clean neckline reads polished without trying too hard. Solid colors photograph well and keep the focus where it belongs.

The background supports, doesn’t distract. Neutral tones keep it modern and professional, and they work across industries.

Professional Lighting Makes The Difference

Most people can’t explain why one headshot feels better than another. They just feel it.

The light is even, but not flat. You still see shape in the face. It reads natural.

The eyes are sharp. If the eyes aren’t right, nothing feels right. That’s always the priority.

Color stays clean. For most professionals, color headshots communicate warmth and approachability better than black and white.

What to Wear for a Corporate Headshot in NJ

If you’re booking professional headshots in Bergen County or Northern New Jersey, this is what I recommend:

• Solid colors over busy patterns
• Layers help: blazer, cardigan, jacket
• Skip shiny fabrics that catch light
• Keep jewelry simple so it doesn’t pull attention

Bring two or three options. I’ll help you choose what reads best on camera.

Corporate Headshots and LinkedIn Headshots Are The Same Thing

Your LinkedIn photo is often your first introduction, whether it’s a recruiter, a client, or someone considering reaching out.

If your headshot is more than a couple years old, or it no longer looks like you, it’s worth updating. It’s not vanity. It’s clarity.

What The Session Feels Like

Most clients tell me the same thing: they don’t love being photographed. That’s normal.

My job is to keep it calm, efficient, and guided, so you’re not guessing what to do with your face or your posture. We get a clean set of options without dragging it out, and you leave knowing you have something that works.

If you also need short video clips or content creation for LinkedIn and social, we can capture that during the same session.

Professional Headshot Photographer in Bergen County and Northern NJ

I’ve been photographing professionals for over 30 years across Bergen County, Hudson County, Essex County, and NYC. Executives, entrepreneurs, corporate teams, actors, and everyone in between. I photograph clients from Paramus, Hackensack, Englewood, Fort Lee, and Manhattan every week.

If you want a headshot that looks like you, but more polished, that’s the whole point of how I shoot.

Quick FAQ

How long does a session take?
Most individual sessions are quick and focused, usually 20 to 30 minutes.

Can I do multiple looks?
Yes. Bring options and we’ll work through what reads best.

Do you help with posing?
Always. Calm direction the entire time.

What’s the turnaround?
Fast turnaround. You’ll have your images ready to use quickly.

Do you shoot in-studio or on location?
Both. Studio sessions in Bergen County, or I can come to your office for team headshots.

Ready to update your professional headshot?

If you’re in Northern New Jersey, Bergen County, or NYC, and your LinkedIn photo needs an update, let’s get it done.

Reach out and we’ll set a time.

Alex Kaplan Photography
Professional Headshot & Wedding Photographer
Northern New Jersey | Bergen County | NYC Metro Area | Hudson Valley

Website: www.AlexKaplanPhoto.com
Email: info@alexkaplanphoto.com
Phone: 917-992-9097

Specializing in professional headshots, corporate photography, wedding photography, proposal photography, and event documentation throughout Northern NJ, NYC, Long Island, and the Hudson Valley.