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Corporate headshot photography workshop in Paris
Learn the method we use for Rothschild & Co, Deloitte and INSEAD: lighting, posing and expression direction, retouching, and all the details that turn a corporate headshot into an image a company will pay for.
€4,200 • In the studio, roughly 10 am to 4 pm • Your own headshot by Gabriel, included
The method
Conventional
← What you will learn to do →
Your instructor photographs for
The corporate headshot photography workshop programme
Six modules, in person at the studio, roughly 10 am to 4 pm. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced photographer looking to specialize, you leave with a complete method, from lighting to delivery.
- 01
Lighting
Flash or continuous light: the pros and cons of each, and the lighting setup that works in the studio as well as in a meeting room.
- 02
Posing and composition
Directing expression, posture and framing. What separates a conventional portrait from one that inspires trust.
- 03
Post-processing and retouching
The result to aim for, and the best tools to get there without distorting the face.
- 04
The details
Two backgrounds in one, outfit advice, make-up: everything your clients won’t notice, but that makes the difference.
- 05
Practice and critique
You shoot, we review together, you correct. The best way to make the method stick.
- Bonus
Your headshot by Gabriel
Your own professional headshot, taken during the workshop. For your website and photographer profile.
A preview of module 1
Flash or continuous light?
Flash
- Powerful: you can stop down and keep the whole face sharp
- Freezes every micro-expression
- No heat, so the sitter stays comfortable
- You only see the effect after the shot
- More technical to master at first
Continuous light
- You see the result before you shoot: ideal for learning
- The sitter sees the light and positions themselves better
- Also usable for video
- Less powerful: higher ISO or wider aperture
- A bright source can make people squint
Already have your gear? The workshop adapts to your equipment, flash or continuous. Starting from scratch? We’ll send you the equipment lists for both setups.
Become a corporate headshot photographer, no degree required
No degree is required to work in this field. What your future clients buy is your portfolio and your reliability. Here is the path, step by step. Tick the ones you’ve already completed.
For steps 3 to 5, everything is covered in How to Start a Successful Headshot Business, Fast!
Next step: get trained.
How much can corporate headshot photography earn?
A corporate session is often billed at around €2,000. With regular clients, two to four sessions a month is a realistic goal. Move the sliders.
An indicative revenue simulation, not guaranteed income: the result depends on your portfolio, your prospecting and your costs.
Revenue before costs, taxes and social charges, which vary by country.
What to bring on workshop day
- 01A DSLR or mirrorless camera
- 02A lens between 75 and 105 mm (full-frame equivalent)
- 03Your laptop
- 04A 4-metre tethering cable
Buying gear? Budget from €3,000 to get started, camera and lens included, computer excluded, with either a flash or a continuous-light setup. You’ll receive the detailed lists.
Choose your format
In person, in the studio
Corporate headshot workshop
€4,200
- All six modules, from lighting to retouching
- Hands-on practice and critique
- Your own headshot by Gabriel, included
- Equipment lists, flash and continuous
Online, on Zoom
Portfolio review
€200 / hour
- One hour reviewing your photographs
- Concrete advice to improve
- Ideal if you already shoot headshots
Not ready yet?
Start with the book: How to Start a Successful Headshot Business, Fast!, or, in French, Le Guide du Portrait Corporate.
Your instructor: Gabriel Gorgi
As a corporate headshot photographer in Paris Gabriel Gorgi focuses exclusively on professional portraits. More than 400 organizations served, portraits published in Forbes and on the cover of Entreprendre, and two books on the craft. In the workshop, we pass on exactly what we do in a session, holding nothing back.
Corporate headshot photography workshop: frequently asked questions
It takes place in person at the studio, roughly from 10 am to 4 pm. The exact length depends on the size of the group, usually between 4 and 6 hours per module.
No. The path is simple: get trained, build a portfolio of 12 to 14 outstanding images, create your website, set up your business and find clients. Your portfolio and your method are what win companies over.
Yes, whether you’re changing careers or specializing. The workshop starts from the basics of lighting and goes all the way to retouching. If you already shoot and mainly want to improve, the video portfolio review is a good place to start.
That’s the goal. You learn the same method we use for our clients: lighting, essential settings, posing direction that turns a session into an experience, and retouching. The rest comes with practice.
From €3,000, camera and lens included, computer excluded. Two setups are possible, with flash or with continuous light. You’ll receive the detailed lists.
It depends on the country you work in. In France, the micro-entreprise is often the simplest way to start; elsewhere, look at the local sole-trader or freelance status. Either way, have your choice confirmed by an accountant for your situation.
A corporate session is often billed at around €2,000, and two to four sessions a month is a realistic goal with regular clients. That’s revenue before costs, and nothing is guaranteed: it all depends on your portfolio and your prospecting.
Step behind the camera.
Write to us for the next dates and to book your place. Reply within 24 hours.