How Much Do Headshots Cost in Los Angeles?

A straight answer on headshot pricing — and what you’re actually paying for.

By Joshua Michael Shelton · Headshots LA · Updated July 2026

What drives headshot pricing

Three things set the price of a headshot session: the number of looks (distinct wardrobe + background combinations), the number of retouched images, and whether it’s in-studio or on-location. A single-look session is the entry point; actors and professionals who need variety step up to multi-look packages.

1 look, 1 retouch — $199
2 looks — $349 · 3 looks — $425
4–6 looks — $500–$700
Modeling digitals — $300 ($500 with retouching)
On-location / team — quoted by headcount

Why professional headshots are worth it

For actors, your headshot is your first audition — it decides whether casting clicks your profile at all. For professionals, it shapes the first impression on LinkedIn, your company page, and press. A $199–$425 session that books you one job or one client pays for itself many times over.

What’s included at Headshots LA

Every session includes a wardrobe consultation, on-camera coaching, 300+ photos per look, professional retouching on your selected frames, and a private online gallery within 24 hours. See the full pricing page for every package.

Frequently asked questions

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Frequently asked questions

How much do actor headshots cost in Los Angeles?

Actor headshots start at $199 for one look. Most actors choose two or three looks ($349–$425) to cover theatrical and commercial.

How much do corporate headshots cost?

Individual business headshots start at $199 in-studio. On-location team sessions are quoted by headcount with volume pricing.

Why are professional headshots more expensive than a photo booth?

You're paying for lighting, coaching, hundreds of frames to choose from, and professional retouching — plus the experience to make you look natural and castable.