Houston Realtor Headshots
Prep Guide:
Here’s everything you need to know about what to wear, how to pose, and what backgrounds to choose for your best real estate headshot.
After you’re done reading this prep guide:
Realtor Headshot Photographer
Houston photographer, Michael Carr, specializes in creating professional business headshots in Houston for real estate professionals, helping you make a lasting first impression.
Michael Carr Photography
5701 Woodway Dr.
Ste 108,
Houston, TX 77057
What Are Realtor Headshots?
Realtor headshots are professional photos that real estate agents use for websites, business cards, press releases, and LinkedIn profiles. The most common places you’ll see these headshots are on LinkedIn, HAR website, the agent’s website, digital and printed business cards, property flyers, and yard signs. The business headshots are also used on the HAR agent website search tool and agent bio page.
These professional business headshots are meant to showcase the agent’s professionalism, friendliness, and skill.
Whether you specialize in residential real estate or commercial real estate, a great head shot is an important first step in creating a strong personal brand that can help you get more listings and close more deals.
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Are Realtor Headshots Important?
Have you ever met someone and instantly felt like you liked or disliked them?
You might not always know why you feel that way, but people often make “first impressions” in just a fraction of a second. These first impressions can strongly influence who people choose to hire, buy from, or trust.
Today, most first impressions happen online.
Buyers use Zillow to check out properties. Clients look up realtors on LinkedIn or HAR before listing their homes. Sellers learn about real estate agents through social media.
Having a great real estate bio headshot is important for making a strong first impression online, which can have a big impact on your career and sales.
What Should I Wear for Realtor Headshots?
What you wear depends on your personality, the real estate industry, the type of clients you work with, and where your photos will be used!
For formal areas like commercial real estate or luxury home sales, where you are catering to high-end buyers and investors, for men we recommend wearing a suit and tie or suit with an open collar no tie look, or a professional outfit for women.
For home or condo rentals, where you might be working with first-time renters or young professionals, you can dress more casually to give a friendly and approachable feel.
A good tip is to check LinkedIn and see how other realtors in your area are dressed; especially those who are successful.
If you’re still unsure, just ask us! We’re happy to help you choose the right look for your real estate photography session.
How Do I Pose for Realtor Headshots?
Don’t worry about complicated poses for your real estate headshot. We want you to look natural and relaxed. Our sessions focus on simple, relaxed poses that showcase you, not the photography.
At the start, we’ll keep things easy. Our approach is simple. We will incorporate your everyday mannerisms with natural and relaxed poses. We will help direct you and make you feel comfortable in front of the camera.
As we progress, we may explore a few poses with your arms crossed or some candid moments. The goal is to ensure your professionalism and personality truly shine through.
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What Backdrops Are Best for Realtor Headshots?
For high-end real estate agents in Houston, we typically recommend a studio session or an environmental branding photography session at one of your featured listings.
Studio sessions are always a reliable choice. They offer the convenience of avoiding weather-related issues like wind or rain. We have a variety of backgrounds and colors that work well with marketing materials. If you need an image just for the HAR website and simple digital business cards, a classic headshot session is a great option. Our studio offers white, light gray, graphite gray, and marine blue backgrounds.
We also offer in-studio custom sets for our Houston real estate agent branding photography sessions, allowing you to create the perfect backdrop for your brand.
With our real estate branding sessions, we help with wardrobe consultation, pre-planning session sets, and discussing the overall vision for your session. Don’t forget props. Go ahead and bring that SOLD Sign, your IPAD, your laptop, jackets, or shirts with your logo printed in them. These are just a few examples of props that add your own personality to your session. We strive to provide you with a variety of images for your marketing purposes.
Some of the best headshots are taken outside or at a real estate listing. These locations make your photo look more unique and real. An on-location personal branding photography session for you, and even your team would be a great option with a variety of looks and poses.
If you’re experienced and ready to invest in your brand, consider having two styles: one in the studio and one with a natural backdrop. This combination will help you look more established and professional.
Using the same headshot across social media channels, LinkedIn, your website, HAR, and press releases can come across as less polished. Having different professional photos will help you stand out and attract more clients.
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How Should I Prepare for Realtor Headshots?
Here are three key steps to help you prepare for your portrait session with Realtor headshot photographer, Michael Carr:
- Get plenty of rest and hydration in the days leading up to your session. While our editing team will enhance your selected images, taking care of yourself will help make sure you look fresh and natural.
- Try on your clothes a couple of days before your session. This ensures your outfits fit properly and are clean and ready for your photos.
- Review past photos of yourself to see if there are any you particularly like. When you arrive at the studio, share those images with Michael. This will help us find the best angles and ensure you feel confident in your images.
What If I’m Not Photogenic or Hate Getting My Photo Taken?
Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Many photographers make the experience uncomfortable by forcing awkward poses or rushing through the session. They don’t always understand what you’re looking for in your photos.
At Michael Carr Photography, we focus on having a fun and relaxed environment for every client. We understand the sociology and psychology behind photographic art. Our team ensures a personalized experience that will put you at ease. In our studio, we play upbeat music and regularly check in with you to make sure you’re happy with how everything looks. We strive to help you feel comfortable and confident, so you walk away with headshots you’ll be proud to share online.
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Classic Headshot
Head & Shoulder Headshot
Modern Business Headshots
Head & Shoulder Headshot
+ Waist Length or 3/4 Length Portrait
Personal Branding
Head & Shoulder Headshot
+ Set Driven
5701 Woodway Dr., Ste 108
Houston, TX 77057
info@michaelcarrphotography.com
About the Team:
For over 30 years, Michael Carr has been a trusted Houston photographer, specializing in professional realtor headshots for many real estate agents. Michael creates powerful business portraits that help realtors in the Houston area look their best to clients and colleagues. Our studio, located in the 77057 Tanglewood area, offers both in-studio and on-location head shot services. We service areas throughout the Greater Houston Metro area, including Bellaire 77401, West U 77005, The Woodlands, Downtown Houston 77002, the Energy Corridor of 77077 and 77079, as well as Houston CityCentre and Memorial area 77024.