Express LinkedIn Headshot · Charlotte, NC

Your Charlotte LinkedIn headshot in 30 minutes.

$399 · 3 retouched files · same-week turnaround. Built for Charlotte executives, founders, and busy professionals who need a polished headshot fast, without sacrificing quality.

Charlotte Express LinkedIn headshot of Emily McQuay by mjwphoto
$399
Flat Rate
30 min
Studio Session
48 hr
Delivery
5.0 ★
339+ Google Reviews
Why a 30-Minute Session

You don't need another brand session. You need a headshot that gets you noticed.

Skip the 90-minute rebrand. Skip the team session you don't have time for. The Express session is engineered for one purpose: to give you a single LinkedIn-grade headshot that makes you look like the version of yourself your prospects need to see. One outfit. One look. Three retouched files. 48-hour delivery. That's it.

01 / FAST

30 minutes, in and out.

Built for executives, founders, and busy professionals who can't spare a full afternoon. Pull up, get coached, leave with the shot.

02 / FOCUSED

One purpose. Done right.

Not a brand library. Not a team session. One polished LinkedIn-grade headshot that does the heavy lifting on every profile you have.

03 / FLAT-PRICED

$399. No surprises.

No "premium tier." No "we'll get back to you on pricing." One flat rate. Everything below is included.

What's Included · $399

Everything you need in one flat rate.

No upsells. No "premium tier." No "we'll get back to you on pricing." This is the full session.

01

3 Retouched Files

Professional skin retouching, color correction, and final polish. Web + print sized. Yours forever, with no licensing limits.

02

30-Minute Studio Session

Tethered shooting in our Charlotte studio. You see every shot in real-time so we get it right before you leave.

03

One Outfit, Multiple Looks

We work fast and capture different expressions, angles, and energy. All from a single outfit so we maximize the 30 minutes.

04

48-Hour Turnaround

Fully retouched files delivered within 48 hours of your session. Updated profiles by Friday, not "next month."

05

Unlimited Commercial License

Use your photos anywhere: LinkedIn, your company About page, press kits, podcast covers, speaker bios. No additional fees, ever.

06

100% Satisfaction Guarantee

Love the headshots or your money back. Simple. We've never had to issue a refund. The offer stands anyway.

How It Works

Three steps. No fluff.

A streamlined process built for busy professionals. You'll know exactly what's happening at every step.

STEP 01

Book Online

Pick a 30-minute slot from the live calendar below. Most sessions book within the same week.

STEP 02

Show Up at the Studio

1251 Arrow Pine Dr., Charlotte. Tethered shooting. You'll see every frame on the monitor as we shoot.

STEP 03

Files in 48 Hours

3 fully retouched files delivered to your inbox. Use them anywhere, forever.

About mjwphoto

Charlotte's go-to LinkedIn photographer for executives who don't have time to waste.

mjwphoto is Charlotte's award-winning headshot studio, photographing executives, founders, attorneys, financial advisors, and creative professionals across the Charlotte metro. The Express LinkedIn session is purpose-built for the busy professional who needs one great headshot, fast, without sacrificing quality for speed. Same tethered workflow. Same on-camera coaching. Same retouching standard as the Premium session. Just a smaller scope and a quicker turnaround.

Every Express session is tethered to a calibrated monitor next to you. You see every shot in real time, approve as we go, and walk out knowing exactly what you got. No surprises in the gallery. Fully retouched files land in your inbox within 48 hours. Updated LinkedIn profile by Friday, not next month.

Our studio is located at 1251 Arrow Pine Dr. C310 in South Charlotte, about 15 minutes from Uptown, with easy access from Ballantyne, SouthPark, Matthews, Fort Mill, and Rock Hill. Plenty of parking right out front. Walk-ins not accepted: all sessions by appointment.

★★★★★ 339+ Google Reviews

What clients say after the studio.

★★★★★

"Michael is a master of his craft. He's voted #1 in Charlotte for a reason. I had a hard time choosing which photos I liked because I loved them all. Michael is so worth the investment. You will not regret it."

Shameika Peebles
Charlotte, NC · Google Review
★★★★★

"He made the entire process easy, comfortable, and efficient. The final images were exactly what I needed for my LinkedIn profile: clean, polished, and truly reflective of my personality and brand. Highly recommend."

Vivian Unks
Charlotte, NC · Google Review
★★★★★

"This is the third time I've had my headshots done by Michael and once again, I had nothing short of a great experience. The whole process was quick, easy, and he made me feel comfortable right away. He delivered my edited photos back extremely fast. Highly recommend."

Julia Schmidt
Charlotte, NC · Google Review
Common Questions

Before you book. The honest answers.

What should I wear?
Solid colors work best on camera: navy, charcoal, white, or rich jewel tones. Avoid busy patterns, logos, or anything with text. We recommend a blazer or structured top for that executive feel. For the full breakdown, read the Dressed for the Frame wardrobe playbook. If you're unsure, send me a photo of two options before the session and I'll tell you which will photograph better.
Do you offer hair and makeup?
Hair and makeup aren't included in the Express session, but I can recommend professional artists in Charlotte if you want to add it on. Most clients show up with their normal everyday hair and makeup and get great results. The lighting and retouching do most of the heavy lifting.
What if I don't like the photos?
You won't. I shoot tethered, which means every photo shows up on a monitor in real-time. We adjust angles, expressions, and lighting until we have shots you love, before you leave the studio. If you somehow still don't love your final retouched files, you get a full refund. No questions, no friction.
Can I bring multiple outfits?
Yes, but this is a 30-minute session so we have to move fast. One outfit gets you the best results because it gives us the full half-hour to dial in lighting, expression, and angles. If you bring a second look, plan on a quick change with less time per outfit. Want unlimited outfit changes and more retouched files? The Premium executive session is the better fit.
How fast will I actually get the photos?
48 hours from the time you walk out of the studio. Most clients have their final files in their inbox within 24-36 hours. If you have a hard deadline (LinkedIn launch, press release, board meeting), let me know when booking and I can prioritize.
What's the difference vs. the Premium session?
The 30-minute Express session is built for one specific use: a great LinkedIn headshot, fast. The Premium executive session gives you 2 hours, multiple outfit changes, 10 retouched files, bonus outdoor images, and a pre-session strategy call. If you need brand photography assets (not just a headshot), book the Premium instead.
Do you shoot at my office?
The Express session is studio-only. That's how we keep the price at $399 and the turnaround at 48 hours. If you want me to come to your office, we can arrange an on-location session at a different price point. See Corporate Team Headshots for team bookings.
How do I update my LinkedIn after the shoot?
Once your retouched files arrive, just upload one as your LinkedIn profile photo (LinkedIn → Me → View Profile → click your current photo → Add photo). Most people see a profile-view bump within a week. Want to take it further? Read the free Recognized, Then Requested LinkedIn Authority Playbook for a deeper walkthrough of your banner, headline, and About section. If you want help cropping for LinkedIn's circular crop or any other platform, just ask. I'm happy to provide platform-specific exports.
Book Your Session

Pick a time. Lock it in.

$399 Express LinkedIn session. 30 minutes. 3 retouched files. 48-hour delivery. 100% satisfaction guarantee. The calendar below is live.

Your headshot is your first impression. Make it count.

Book the 30-minute session that does the heavy lifting before anyone reads a word of your bio.

Book Your $399 Session
Service Areas

Charlotte professionals served across the metro.

Studio at 1251 Arrow Pine Dr. C310, Charlotte, NC 28273. By appointment only.