Professional Headshots Austin
Executive and business headshots, in-studio or on location. Over a decade photographing Austin CEOs, authors, and creatives.
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Headshot Photography in Austin, Texas
JD Swiger is an Austin headshot photographer with more than a decade of experience photographing executives, founders, attorneys, physicians, realtors, actors and creative professionals. Every session is photographed by JD personally, in his Austin studio or on location at your office, and includes direction on posing, expression and wardrobe so you look like yourself on your best day. Galleries are typically delivered within 24 hours.
Headshot services
- Executive and business headshots — polished, modern headshots for LinkedIn, company websites, press kits and speaker bios.
- Corporate and team headshots — on-site sessions at your Austin office with consistent lighting and backgrounds, so every employee photo matches. Ideal for law firms, medical practices, tech companies and agencies.
- Personal branding portraits — a wider set of images for entrepreneurs, consultants, authors and speakers who need more than a single headshot.
- Actor and performer headshots — natural, expressive headshots for casting and representation.
- Real estate agent headshots — clean, approachable images for listings, signage and marketing.
Studio or on location
Sessions take place in JD's Austin studio or anywhere in Central Texas: your office, a downtown Austin street, a park, or an outdoor location with natural light. On-location team headshots are available across Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Westlake, Lakeway, Bee Cave, Georgetown, Pflugerville, Leander, Dripping Springs, Kyle, Buda and San Marcos.
What a session is like
Most individual headshot sessions take 20 to 45 minutes. We start with a quick conversation about how the images will be used, then work through a few backgrounds, outfits and expressions. You see images on the back of the camera as we go, so there are no surprises. After the session you receive an online gallery to choose your favorites, and final images are professionally retouched and delivered in high-resolution and web-ready formats.
Frequently asked questions
How much do headshots cost in Austin? Pricing depends on the type of session (individual, personal branding or team) and the number of final images you need. Call or text 512-450-8051 or use the booking form below for a quote for your session.
How soon will I get my headshots? Galleries are typically delivered within 24 hours of your session, with retouched final selections following shortly after.
What should I wear for a professional headshot? Solid colors and classic fits photograph best. Avoid busy patterns and logos. Bring two or three options and JD will help you choose on the day.
Do you photograph teams at our office? Yes. JD brings portable studio lighting and backdrops to your Austin-area office so the whole team is photographed in one visit, with a consistent look across every headshot.
Do you offer retouching? Yes. Every final image includes natural retouching: blemishes, stray hairs and distractions are removed while keeping you looking like you.
Can I use my headshot on LinkedIn and my company website? Yes. You receive a usage license for professional and personal use, including LinkedIn, websites, press and print.
Where is the studio? The studio is in Austin, Texas. Sessions are by appointment; contact JD to schedule.