Tia Haygood

March 11, 2020

I bet a lot of people assume a good headshot is only useful for updating their LinkedIn profile image, but there are actually numerous places where you may need -or want- a headshot! TopTia Photography covers many kinds of headshots for both business and personal use in Japan. For instance, take a look at these reasons.

Tailored Individual HEADSHOTS⁺

This is our most popular type of photo session for many of our first-time and repeat clients. For clients looking to update their LinkedIn profile images, who are between career paths or who have ascended the corporate ladder into a managerial or executive position, having a session tailored to their vision is a must-have opportunity.

We’ll put together a consultation and image board that communicates the message and brand you wish to share with your audience. Our hair and makeup stylist is on set to ensure you look your best the entire session. There is no such thing as, “I’m not good at taking photos” with our level of care, attention, and guidance.

COMPANY ROSTER HEADSHOTS⁺

Creating consistent headshots for your team of 5, 20, or even 100 employees in your department or corporation is something we’ve had almost seven years of experience with. We tailor a session to your needs and work with a representative to create an efficient session, balancing speed, convenience, and professionalism. Our team will monitor the small details that matter most to your branding and image. We are also flexible with handling global corporations’ photography guidelines if your company or department has been given one. We are open to negotiating prices for teams larger than 20 people.

PERSONAL BRANDING HEADSHOTS⁺

Personal branding is one of the best areas of photography, and you can be yourself. Headshots are just a part of the entire collection of images that are dedicated to showcasing you, your brand, or your business. Alongside your headshots are half-length portraits, full-length portraits, objects connected to your brand, and action images of you doing your stuff!

EMBASSY + DIPLOMATIC HEADSHOTS⁺

Tokyo is a central point for state department employees, ambassadors, and other diplomatic personnel. Professionally captured headshots, including your country’s insignia, flag, or head figures, are a must for presenting your country’s representation on the Eastern global stage.

MODEL/ ACTOR PORTFOLIO HEADSHOTS⁺

I love to go nuts—and not so nuts—with each person I have photographed in Japan’s entertainment industry. We are in-studio or on-location shooting you, the entertainer. Your portfolio will not only have headshots but also half-length and full-length images. Given Japan’s look for a solid portfolio, we can accomplish that AND SOME! In addition, a hair and makeup artist (HMUA) can also be arranged for the session.

Location

We are completely flexible in terms of location. We can have our session at one of our three studios in Tokyo, Nakano, Aoyama, or Kawaguchi. If neither location fits the look you’re aiming for, we can source other locations that fit your needs better. We also have outdoor headshot sessions or sessions at your place of work or home. Our goal is to be flexible for you and the look you aim for. If you are unsure what you would like to do, we can tailor a session for you.

Hair & Makeup

I work with a highly trained and experienced hair and makeup artist and can offer her services if you need her for your personal branding session. Our stylist is trained in working with both Japanese and non-Japanese skin tones, including dark and light skin tones.

Investment

Our session fee is 50,000 yen to ensure your photo session date with us. This includes an initial consultation, complimentary Hair and Makeup services, access to our studio wardrobe, guided posing, a 90-minute photo session, a complimentary image, and the option to purchase more!