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18 Best Headshot Studios in NYC in 2025 [Compared]

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By Sophia Keller

Headshot Photographer

February 21, 2025

CEOportrait

CEOportrait operates at two locations in New York City: 307 West 38th St, NY 10018, and 236 W 27th St, NY 10001. They specialize in corporate headshots, as well as photography for models, artists, and actors. Known for their strong track record with modeling agencies, their professional headshot studio is highly regarded. 

Price: $599 for 10 professional headshots

Turnaround time: 5 days

Location: 307 West 38th St, New York, NY, 10018 and 236 W 27th St, New York, NY 10001

Yelp rating: 4.9 (40 Yelp reviews)

Features:

  • Offers free consultations
  • Military discounts available
  • Accepts cryptocurrency
  • Available by appointment
  • Satisfaction guaranteed
  • Woman-owned and operated
  • Hair and Make-up

Review highlights:

  • Professionalism
  • Guiding first-time models
  • Comfortable Shoot experience
  • High quality of hair and make-up

Headshot Specialist

Headshot Specialist focuses on creating high-quality headshots for individuals and companies. They offer services like LinkedIn headshots, business headshots, company headshots, corporate headshots, and headshots for conferences and trade shows. The studio is led by Ray Singh, who uses proven coaching techniques to help clients look their best in photos. They pay close attention to details like facial expressions, body posture, lighting, clothing, and retouching to ensure each headshot makes a strong first impression. 

Price: $299 for LinkedIn Headshot and $389 for VIP Headshot 

Location: 1120 6th Ave 4th Floor, New York, NY 10036, United States

Yelp rating: 5.0 (5 Yelp Ratings)

Features:

  • Accepts Apple Pay
  • Accepts credit cards
  • Accepts cash
  • Free Wi-Fi

Review highlights

  • Right price point and right attitude!
  • Pays very close attention to details, quick turnaround time, and very accommodating
  • Work is superb

Joe Jenkins Photography

Joe Jenkins Photography, based in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, has been creating high-quality headshots and portraits since 2013. Joe is known for capturing natural expressions and making sure every photo is sharp, well-composed, and unique. Whether you need a headshot for an audition or an updated professional portrait, Joe offers guidance on outfits and poses to help you feel comfortable in front of the camera. With a portfolio that includes icons like Martin Scorsese, you can be confident you're working with a skilled and experienced photographer.

Price: Contact the studio for details

Turnaround time: Contact the studio for details

Location: 1027 Grand Street, #316, Brooklyn, NY 11211

Yelp rating: 5.0 (1 Yelp Review)

Features:

  • Accepts credit cards
  • Headshot Photography
  • Portrait Photography
  • Wedding photography
  • Events photography

Review highlights:

  • Her fresh perspective and creative capture shone through the assets.
  • We recommend her highly and will continue to work with her.

City Headshots

City Headshots is a photography studio that focuses on creating professional headshots for everyone—from business professionals and actors to groups. Their main goal is to help you feel confident and at ease in front of the camera, even if you're not used to being photographed. They offer a range of options, from quick headshot sessions to more detailed shoots with outfit changes, and they even provide virtual headshots for clients outside New York and New Jersey.

Price: $199 for 50-100 high-resolution professional headshots

Turnaround time: same day

Location: 2 W. 46 St., Suite 1500 ​New York, NY 10036

Yelp rating: 5.0 (101 Yelp reviews)

Features:

  • Online appointments
  • Free refund if necessary
  • Consultation included

Review highlights

  • Many customers have specified City Headshots to be able to tell them how to pose their body and make their smile look more genuine.

Ted Ely

Ted Ely is a photography studio located at 34-01 38th Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101. At the studio, you'll work with either Ted Ely or Laura Irion—both photographers with over seven years of experience. 

Price: Contact the headshot studio for information

Turnaround time: Contact studio for details

Location: 34-01 38th Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101

Yelp rating: Contact the headshot studio for client reviews.

Features:

  • Accepts credit cards
  • Two professional photographers

Review highlights

  • Customers have highlighted that the photographers created an “uplifting collaboration.” 
  • Photographers were enthusiastic 
  • It made the experience itself have good vibes.

JW Headshots

JW Headshots, founded by Jamiya and located at 100 Sullivan St #3B, New York, NY 10012, offers headshots for both actors and corporate professionals. Their Pro Package is designed for corporate clients and is priced at $495. This package includes a 30-minute in-studio session, one outfit, and one professionally retouched headshot. You'll receive your final images within five business days.

Price: $495 for 50-100 shots

Turnaround time: 5 days

Location: 100 Sullivan St # 3B, New York, NY 10012

Yelp rating: 5.0(4 Yelp reviews)

Features:

  • Wardrobe consultation
  • Accepts credit cards
  • Free Wi-Fi

Review highlights

  • quick responses to their emails and messages.
  • communication skill

Headshots NYC 

Headshots NYC is located at 481 8th Ave #1142, New York, NY 10001, with Agata or RP as the photographer. The basic package costs $89 and includes two professionally retouched headshots. If you’d like a different location, an extra fee of $45 plus travel charges will apply.

Price: $89 for 2 fully-edited professional headshots

Turnaround time: 5 days

Location: 481 8th Ave #1142, New York, NY 10001.

Yelp rating: Contact the headshot studio for client reviews.

Features:

  • Online appointments
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance, restroom, and parking lot
  • Onsite services
  • Make-up artist

Review highlights

  • Quick responses to emails
  • High quality
  • The photographer was clear on instructions

Natural Studio NYC

The Natural Studio is located at 62 18th St, Brooklyn, NY 11232, and offers professional headshot sessions for individuals or pairs. Their mini-session package for one person is $375 and lasts 30 minutes. This package includes one outfit and two professionally retouched headshots. A great advantage is that you can choose the location for your shoot at no extra cost.

Price: $375 for 2 final retouched professional headshots

Turnaround time: 5 days

Location: 62 18th St, Brooklyn, NY 11232

Yelp rating: Contact the headshot studio for client reviews.

Features:

  • Accepts credit cards
  • Open to all
  • In-studio photoshoots
  • On-location photo shoots
  • Language assistance
  • Senior portraits
  • Maternity and newborn photos
  • Couples photography

Review highlights

  • Quick turnaround time
  • Worth the price
  • Many customers have praised this studio’s communication skills

David Noles Photography

David Noles Photography was founded by David in Los Angeles before moving to New York. The studio is now located at 254 36th St, 6th Floor, Suite C651 in Brooklyn, NY 11232. Both photography and makeup services are provided by David and Anna. To learn more about pricing for professional headshots, please contact David Noles.

Price: Contact the headshot studio for information

Turnaround time: Contact the headshot studio for information

Location: 254 36th St, 6th Floor, Suite C651 Brooklyn, NY 11232

Yelp rating: 5.0(22 Yelp reviews)

Features:

  • Accepts credit cards
  • Portraits
  • Headshots
  • Make-up artist

Review highlights

  • The luminous quality of the headshots
  • Professional make-up artist

Curtis and Cort Photography

Curtis and Cort is based at 43-01 22nd St, 5th Floor in Long Island City, NY 11101. They specialize in actor headshots for everyone—from kids to teens and adults. For adults, they offer a quick-fix package for $525. This package includes two different looks, and you'll get access to download every headshot from your session. Best of all, you'll have your final images within one business day.

Price: $225 for a download of all the headshots

Turnaround time: 1-day turnaround

Location: 43-01 22nd St Fl 5, Long Island City, NY 11101

Yelp rating: Contact the headshot studio for client reviews.

Features:

  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Online Booking

Review highlights

  • High quality
  • Gave help on how to pose
  • Customers have praised this studio’s photographers’s down-to-earth nature 

NYH Headshots

NYH Headshots is located on the 5th floor at 260 W 44th Street, New York, NY 10036. The studio is home to six skilled photographers and has been named "Best Portrait Photographer in New York City" three years in a row. They offer a range of services including graduation headshots, actor headshots, modeling shots, and ERAS Medical Residency photos.

Price: Contact the headshot studio for information

Turnaround time: Contact the headshot studio for information

Location: 260 W 44TH STREET, 5TH FLOOR NEW YORK, NY 10036

Yelp rating: 5.0(132 reviews)

Features:

  • Efficient
  • Outdoor Photoshoot
  • Graduation Photography
  • Modelling Photos
  • ERAS Medical Residency Photos
  • Accepts credit cards
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Accepts Apple and Android Pay

Review highlights

  • Efficient
  • High Standards
  • Quick turnaround time
  • Customers have said the photographers have made them comfortable.

J Demetrie Photography

J Demetrie Photography offers professional headshots and portraits. This studio provides five different packages along with three types of add-ons to meet your needs. The most basic and budget-friendly option is the Quickie, which costs $499. This package includes a one-hour shoot, 1-2 looks, and an online private gallery that will be available to you for six months. You will also receive a full-sized download of all your high-resolution professional headshots.

Price: $499 for all the headshots taken during the shoot

Turnaround time: Contact the headshot studio for information

Location: 260 W 44TH STREET, 5TH FLOOR NEW YORK, NY 10036

Yelp rating: Contact the headshot studio for client reviews.

Features:

  • Private photo gallery of all the headshots
  • Full-sized download of all the headshots.
  • Affordable
  • Headshots
  • Hair and Make-up

Review highlights

  • Customers felt comfortable throughout the shoot
  • Many customers loved the atmosphere and vibe of the shoot.

Ari Scott Photography 

Ari Scott Photography offers headshots for actors, corporate professionals, and families, as well as portraits and engagement sessions. Their most budget-friendly corporate headshot package is priced at $290. This package includes one look, one professionally retouched headshot, a wardrobe consultation, and test shots to help you see how your outfit will appear on camera.

Price: Contact the headshot studio for information

Turnaround time: Contact the headshot studio for information

Location: Photography out of studio

Yelp rating: Contact the headshot studio for client reviews.

Features:

  • Wardrobe consultation
  • Clothing test shots
  • Women-owned
  • Actor Headshots
  • Corporate Headshots
  • Event Photography
  • Professional Headshots
  • Actor Headshots

Review highlights

  • Stress-free process 
  • A calm demeanor throughout the session.

GORNPHOTO - Headshots NYC

GORNPHOTO was founded by Lev Gorn, who has more than 20 years of industry experience. The studio is located in Studio 600 at 249 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001. They offer a range of services, including headshots for actors, models, and corporate professionals, as well as family and fitness portraits. For individual clients, the most budget-friendly option is the LinkedIn Headshot package, priced at $425. This package includes one outfit, one professionally retouched headshot, a same-day turnaround, and unlimited digital and usage rights for your images.

Price: $425 for all the digital headshots

Turnaround time: same day

Location: 249 W 34th St. Studio 600, New York, NY 10001

Yelp rating: Contact the headshot studio for client reviews.

Features:

  • Unlimited digital and usage rights
  • Black-white headshot included
  • Professional hair and make-up
  • Headshot retouching
  • Assistive hearing loop
  • Online appointments
  • LinkedIn Headshot
  • Corporate Headshot
  • Business Portraits
  • Professional Hair and Make-up

Review highlights

  • High Standard 
  • Efficient
  • Quick turnaround time
  • High quality

Priyanca Rao

Priyanca Rao offers a range of photography services, including weddings, engagements, headshots, and family documentaries. Her sessions include professional hair and makeup retouching, with final headshot photos delivered within one week.

Price: Contact the headshot studio for information

Turnaround time: 1 week 

Location: Out-of-studio photography

Yelp rating: 5.0(49 Yelp reviews)

Features:

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Women-owned
  • Online appointments
  • Onsite services
  • Hair and Make-up
  • Wedding photography
  • Engagement Photography

Review highlights

  • Captures the magic of each moment in her studio
  • Fast delivery with effortless photos.

Portrait Madame

Portrait Madame, founded by Alice Prenat, has studios in both New York and Paris. Alice's work has earned her numerous photography awards and accreditations. For $990, the package includes a pre-session consultation, a personalized portrait session, and an on-site selection of 20 portraits. If you need faster delivery—within 48 hours—a rush fee will apply.

Price: $990 for $20 portraits

Turnaround time: 1 week 

Location: 53 Bridge St Unit 201, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Yelp rating: Contact the headshot studio for client reviews

Features:

  • Pre-session consultation
  • Express delivery with an extra fee
  • Tailored portrait session

Review highlights

  • Fast delivery with effortless headshots.

Chris Macke Photography

Chris Macke Photography, based in New York, offers a range of headshot options with extra discounts for students and veterans. Their affordable package is priced at $595 and includes a two-hour shoot with unlimited looks. All headshots are delivered securely with password protection, and you'll receive two professionally retouched headshots with a same-day turnaround. Makeup services are also available for an additional fee—$195 for women and between $95 and $145 for men.

Price: $595 for all professional headshots

Turnaround time: same-day turnaround

Location: Out-of-studio photography

Yelp rating: Contact the headshot studio for client reviews.

Features:

  • High-resolution headshots
  • Password protected for all of your headshots
  • Headshot Photography
  • Actor Headshots
  • Hair and Make-up
  • Location of your choice

Review highlights

  • Calm and caring photographer
  • Quick
  • High-quality results

David Genik

David Genik's studio is located at 123 Bowery in New York, NY 10002. They offer professional headshots both in the studio and outdoors. You'll get your photos back on the same day, and you can try as many looks as you like. They work with a range of lighting styles, from simple setups to more creative, editorial ones. Plus, you'll receive high-resolution JPEGs for free, with full usage rights included.

Price: $200 for an hour-long session

Turnaround time: same day

Location: 123 Bowery, New York, NY 10002

Yelp rating: 4.9(24 Yelp reviews) 

Features:

  • Unlimited looks
  • Unlimited photos
  • Five complimentary templates
  • $50 per edited photo
  • Actor headshots
  • LinkedIn headshots

Review highlights

  • Talented photographer
  • Pays attention to the small details

Rory Lewis Portrait & Headshot Photographer

Rory Lewis is located at 580 8th Ave, 20th Floor, New York, NY 10018. The studio offers professional headshot packages, including a 30-minute session with two different looks. You'll also receive an online gallery of 100 headshots along with one professionally retouched image.

Price: $425 for 100 images

Turnaround time: Contact the headshot studio for more detailed information.

Location: 580 8th Ave 20th Floor, New York, NY 10018

Yelp rating: 

Features:

  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Accepts Apple Pay
  • Accepts Cryptocurrency
  • Offers Military Discount

Review highlights

  • Stunning photography
  • Kept her clients comfortable and at ease

All About Headshots by Alissa Randall

All About Headshots is located at 330 West 38th Street, Suite 407 in New York, NY 10018. The studio specializes in individual and team headshots, as well as branding photography. Their package includes a pre-session Zoom call to discuss your needs. During the session, you're welcome to change outfits as often as you like, and you'll receive coaching to capture natural, engaging expressions.

Price: Book your session to receive pricing details.

Turnaround time: same day

Location: 330 West 38th Street, Suite 407. New York, NY 10018

Yelp rating: 

Features:

  • Pre-photoshoot wardrobe
  • Zoom call
  • Facial expression coaching
  • Unlimited wardrobe
  • Corporate Headshots

Review highlights

  • The headshots completely embody the clients' confidence and vibe.
  • Seamless experience

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