Charlotte's Premier Headshot Studio
Headshot Photographer in Charlotte, NC
Premium executive and corporate portraits for Charlotte's top performers. Tethered shooting, expression coaching, and retouched files in 48 hours. A portrait that does business for you while you're busy doing yours.
★★★★★ 339+ Google Reviews · Charlotte's Best winner (Charlotte Observer, 2022) · Trusted by Wells Fargo, Lincoln Financial, Truist Securities & Choreo
The Difference
Most studios deliver in 5 to 7 days. You'll have yours in 48 hours.
A headshot you need for Friday's announcement is worthless delivered next month. Here is how a session at mjwphoto compares to the typical Charlotte studio.
| mjwphoto | Typical studio | |
|---|---|---|
| Retouched delivery | 48 hours | 5 to 7 days |
| See your images during the session | Yes, tethered to a monitor | Rarely |
| Expression coaching | Every session | Sometimes |
| Don't like what you see live? | Refunded on the spot | No refunds |
| Choose your images before leaving | Yes | No |
Trusted by Charlotte's most demanding teams
Recent Charlotte Work
Real headshots. Real results.
Recent sessions across Charlotte. Same tethered workflow. Same retouching standard. The kind of headshot that does business for you.
Why Top Performers Choose mjwphoto
Most headshots look the same. These don't.
Tethered, in real time.
Every shot lands on a calibrated monitor next to you. You see it, you approve it, we move on. No surprises in the gallery.
Expression coaching.
Most photographers click and hope. I direct. You'll get the look that closes deals, not the one you practiced in the mirror.
48-hour delivery.
Fully retouched, high-resolution files in your inbox by Friday. Not next month. Not when I get to it.
In-session refund.
If you don't like what you see live on the monitor, you don't pay. Not after delivery. On the spot, in the studio.
Trusted by who matters.
Wells Fargo, Lincoln Financial, Truist Securities, Choreo, Atrium Health. The room you want to be in.
Choose Your Session
Transparent pricing. One standard.
No quote forms for individual sessions. No hidden sitting fees. Same tethered workflow, same retouching, same five-star result across every option.
Express LinkedIn Headshot
- 3 retouched files
- One outfit, multiple looks
- 48-hour delivery
Premium Executive Session
- 10 retouched files
- Multiple outfits + outdoor bonus
- Pre-session strategy call
Corporate Team Headshots
- On-site OR in-studio
- Matched lighting & backdrops
- Volume pricing available
Also available: Outdoor Professional Headshots ($600) and Actor Headshots ($250).
★★★★★ 339+ Google Reviews
What people 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."
"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."
"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."
Charlotte & Surrounding Areas
Studio in South Charlotte. On-location anywhere in the metro.
The studio is at 1251 Arrow Pine Dr. C310 in South Charlotte, about 15 minutes from Uptown and 5 minutes off I-77, with free parking at the door. Clients come from Uptown, South End, Ballantyne, SouthPark, NoDa, Plaza Midwood, Dilworth, Matthews, Huntersville, Concord, Fort Mill, and Rock Hill. For corporate teams, we bring the full portable studio (lighting, backdrops, tethered monitor) to your office anywhere in the Charlotte metro.
Common Questions
Before you book. The honest answers.
How much does a headshot photographer in Charlotte cost?
Most professional headshot sessions in Charlotte run $300 to $600. At mjwphoto: express LinkedIn sessions are $399, premium executive sessions are $720, outdoor sessions are $600, actor headshots are $250, and corporate team rates start at $139 per person. Full pricing breakdown here.
How long does a headshot session take?
An express session takes 30 minutes. A premium executive session runs about 2 hours and includes multiple looks, an outdoor bonus, and a pre-session strategy call.
When will I get my photos?
Fully retouched, high-resolution images are delivered through a private online gallery within 48 hours. Rush delivery is available for press deadlines and last-minute needs.
What if I don't like my photos?
Every session is shot tethered to a calibrated monitor, so you see each image the second it's taken. If you don't like what you're seeing during the session, you're refunded on the spot.
Do you photograph corporate teams on-site?
Yes. We bring the full portable studio to your office anywhere in the Charlotte metro. Team rates start at $139 per person with volume pricing as headcount grows. See Corporate Team Headshots.
What should I wear for a headshot?
Bring 2 to 3 outfits that reflect how your clients actually see you. Solid colors, well-fitted, nothing distracting. For the full breakdown, read the Dressed for the Frame wardrobe playbook.
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Pick a time below. Every Charlotte headshot is shot, reviewed, and approved with you in the room.
Prefer to talk first? 704-473-2120 · michael@mjwphotoclt.com