Corporate Headshots for the Next Generation
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Corporate headshots do not have to feel traditional.
Brandon Barnard takes a fresher approach to corporate portrait photography, combining bold lighting, strong colour, unconventional camera angles and the office environment itself to create portraits that feel youthful, confident and professional.
A New Style of Corporate Headshot
Rather than relying on standard poses and neutral backgrounds, Brandon uses architecture, perspective and colour to create more dynamic, graphic portraits.
The office becomes part of the image, from glass and concrete to corridors, staircases and open spaces, creating a different setting for each person while keeping the overall series visually consistent.
Personality, Consistently Lit
Wardrobe and personality are allowed to come through.
A green blazer, an orange suit or a varsity jacket can all work within the same campaign because consistency comes from the lighting, colour treatment and photographic style rather than making every person look the same.
Carefully Planned
Before the shoot, locations, wardrobe, make-up and lighting are carefully considered to make the best use of the available space and photography time.
This planning allows each portrait to feel individual while still forming part of a cohesive visual campaign.
Built to Travel
Great corporate headshots should work across more than one platform.
This series, photographed for Mazars, was created for use across social media, digital marketing, print advertising, posters and banners, helping position the brand in a fresher, more contemporary way for young professionals.
Professional does not have to mean predictable.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes these corporate headshots different from traditional headshots?
Rather than relying on a standard pose and neutral background, this style uses bold lighting, colour, different camera angles and the office environment itself to create more contemporary portraits. Each person can have an individual look while the overall photography remains visually consistent.
Can corporate headshots be photographed in our office?
Yes. Photographing on location allows the architecture and character of your workplace to become part of the portrait. Brandon works with different areas of the building, lighting and perspective to create a variety of backgrounds without requiring staff to travel to a studio.
Can a company book this style of headshot for a whole team?
Yes. The approach can be adapted for individuals, smaller teams or larger corporate campaigns. The portraits do not all need to use the same pose or background; consistency can instead come through the lighting, colour treatment and overall photographic style.
What should I wear for a modern corporate headshot?
Wear something that reflects how you would like to present yourself professionally. Strong colours, structured clothing and individual style can work particularly well with this more contemporary approach. Where possible, bring two or three wardrobe options so there is flexibility during the shoot.
See more
The full Mazars Gen You campaign, corporate portrait photography, or our guide to arriving camera-ready for a business portrait.
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