Personal Branding Photography in Melbourne
Your professional image often speaks before you get the chance. Whether it’s your LinkedIn profile, website, speaker bio or media presence, the right portraits help you present yourself consistently and confidently.
Led by photographer Julian Dolman, our Melbourne studio brings over 20 years of portrait photography experience to creating personal branding images for founders, consultants, creatives and professionals building their public profile.
From a straightforward professional portrait to a broader collection of images, every session is relaxed, well-directed and built around you.
TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR IMAGE
Your professional image should reflect who you are and the work you do. Whether you want to feel more approachable, communicate authority or bring more personality to your online presence, a considered set of portraits gives you the flexibility to present yourself across different platforms.
Every brief is different. We’ll work together to create images that feel natural to you and suit the way you work, from your website and LinkedIn profile to media features, speaking engagements and marketing materials.
This service is for individuals. If you’re booking a session for a company or business team, our corporate headshots service is the place for you.
Jules was fantastic, did an outstanding job distilling the intended brief, and coached me through a really fun and professional shoot for some new headshots. Am really pleased with the outcome and the deliveries of the initial preview for selection and final edits were timely and efficient. Highly recommended!
About Julian Dolman
I’m Julian Dolman, a Melbourne-based portrait photographer. I’ve been photographing people for over 20 years, founding Headshot Photographer in 2010. My work spans actor headshots, personal branding portraits and corporate photography.
My approach is relaxed and considered, with clear direction to help you feel comfortable in front of the camera. My approach combines clear direction with room for natural expression, helping create portraits that feel genuine and considered. Studio lighting, natural light and immediate image review all help us find the right expression and feel for your images.
Personal Branding Process
01
Pre-Shoot Planning
Before your session, we’ll chat through your brand, audience, and how you’d like to be perceived. We’ll also provide guidance on wardrobe, styling, and shoot preparation so the imagery feels cohesive and intentional.
02
The Shoot
Designed to feel relaxed, collaborative, and easygoing, the session is all about creating authentic imagery that reflects both your personality and your brand. We’ll guide you through natural posing, expression, and movement while reviewing images as we go.
03
Online Gallery Selection
Following the shoot, you’ll receive a curated online proof gallery via private link, making it easy to review your strongest images and select the ones that best align with your brand and intended use.
04
Professional Retouching
Selected images are professionally refined with a natural, polished finish. We ensure everything feels premium and cohesive. Final files are delivered in multiple crop formats, ready for LinkedIn, websites, press, and broader brand collateral.
Julian was super easy to work with and nailed the brief for a corporate/linkedin headshot. Being a tall and larger guy it’s easy to feel awkward and out of place but Julian helped me to feel comfortable and was able to grab some great shots for me to pick from. Booking was simple and easy and he gave me exactly what I needed without a big sell. Would happily go to him again for a fuss free and well priced experience
Frequently asked questions about personal branding photography
How long does a personal branding shoot take?
Most sessions run for 60–90 minutes including wardrobe changes. Block out two hours if you’re shooting on location to allow for travel and setup. We provide proofs within three business days and final files within five business days.
How much does a personal branding shoot in Melbourne cost?
Our prices depend on session length, number of looks and number of final retouched images. We offer packaged options and custom quotes for longer sessions or different locations. Send through your intended use and we’ll come back with a quote.
How many final images do I get?
You’ll see a curated gallery of around 30–50 frames and select your favourites for retouching. Most personal branding clients walk away with 5–10 images covering different looks and crops.
What should I wear?
Bring two or three outfits that match how you want people to see you. It doesn’t have to be the most formal ones. We’ll walk through options on the pre-shoot call. Solid colours photograph better than busy patterns, and layers give us flexibility within a single session.
Can I get LinkedIn-ready crops as well as website banners?
We deliver square LinkedIn crops, vertical web hero formats, and horizontal banner crops as standard. Tell us about your platforms in the brief and we’ll make sure they’re included.
What if I hate having my photo taken?
We build the session around that. Julian’s actor-headshot background means most of his job is directing people who aren’t naturals in front of the camera. He talks you through where to put your hands, what to do with your jaw, when to breathe out. Live review on a monitor means you see what’s working as we go.
What's the difference between this and a corporate headshot?
A corporate headshot is usually a clean, consistent frame for a company website or staff directory. It uses the same background and the same crop across the team. A personal branding shoot is for you only. Different looks. Different locations. A wider set of images for you to use where you need them. Everything from a square LinkedIn crop to a horizontal website hero banner.
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