Step 1
Surf the web. Almost every great photographer has an online website. This is the best place to become familiar with their work. When searching, try and designate the area in which you'd like your headshots taken. There are fantastic photographers everywhere. You don’t have to move to Los Angeles to be an actor.
Step 2
Make a list of your top five favorite photographers.
Step 3
Contact each of the photographers. Discuss the number of photos they will take during the session, number of different poses, whether you are striving for commercial or theatrical photos, if you need make-up or hair done on location and price. If the photographer cannot answer any one of these questions in regard to taking headshots, continue your search.
Step 4
Slowly, pick your photographer. Set up a regular time when the two of you will shoot. Don’t shoot too early or too late.
Step 5
Choose your clothing and hairstyle. But look normal like yourself.
Step 6
Communicate with your photographer. When you arrive on time be sure to offer to get right into hair and make-up if they are part of the session. If not, offer to show the photographer your selection of clothes. Work with the photographer and keep an open mind as you finalize your wardrobe for your headshots.