Two seconds. That’s all you get.
Acting Headshots That Stop the Scroll
Casting directors move fast and they see a lot of faces. Your headshot has maybe two seconds to make an impression before the decision is made.
That impression needs to do more than look professional. It needs to communicate who you are and what roles you belong in. And when a casting director visits your agent’s site, your IMDb, or your social media, they’re going to see more than one image. That’s when range matters.
A well-rounded headshot portfolio gives you flexibility. The right look for the right submission. The dramatic read for the dramatic role, the lighter one for the comedy, the one that gets you the lead and the one that gets you the room. When your agent calls, you want the right image ready to send.
I’ll build that with you. Every version of you that casting needs to see. You don’t need to know how to pose or manufacture an expression. That’s what I’m here for.
I’ve got you.
How To Get Acting Headshots
No guesswork. Four steps from booking to acting headshots that get you noticed.
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Book Your Session
Pick a date and time with the scheduler below, or reach out and I’ll help you find the right slot.
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A Fully Directed Session
We work like scene partners, not photographer and subject. I pull real expressions out of you. No posing, no forcing it.
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Choose Your Favorite Shots
We review everything together before you leave. No waiting on proofs, no back and forth.
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Get Your Headshots Fast
Your acting headshots will typically be in your inbox in 3 business days or less.
Acting headshot appointments
Book Your Acting Headshot Session
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Why Actors Choose Ben Marcum For Their Headshots
Sherman Fracher
I’ve had many headshots made over the years, and I’ve never been happier than I am with Ben’s. They look natural, they are open and inviting, and I had such a fun time it really shows. I highly recommend Ben Marcum to all actors.
Sabrina Dewalt
Ben is an amazing photographer. The atmosphere he creates is comfortable and he is hilarious, so be prepared to have fun while getting the best professional pictures taken. I purchased my headshots from him and started getting audition invitations immediately.
Joseph Mattingly
Ben was a joy to work with. I had a really enjoyable experience and I’ve never had a better headshot in my life. You really can’t ask for a better photographer.
These Actors Got Great Headshots From Ben Marcum. You’ll Be in Good Company.
WHEN YOUR PORTFOLIO DESERVES MORE
Cinematic Headshots and Portraits
Sometimes you need something with a little more drama. Images that feel cinematic. The kind of portraits that make your website feel like a brand and your press kit feel like it belongs in the conversation.
Paired with your standard headshots, cinematic headshots and portraits add depth and dimension to your personal marketing toolkit.
Available as an add-on to your headshot session.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Does an Acting Headshot Session Cost?
The session fee is $250. Each image you select for editing and delivery is $150 (plus KY sales tax). You only buy the images you love. Some actors leave with two or three looks, some with more. You decide in the studio, after you’ve seen everything.
How Many Looks Should I Bring?
As many as you like. We normally get through 3 to 4 depending on time. Think about the roles you’re going for and dress for those characters but not costumey. You don’t need a police uniform or stethoscope. Avoid busy patterns, logos, and anything that will distract from your face. If you’re unsure, we can talk through it before your session.
Where Is the Studio Located?
My studio is in the Plainview Village Shopping Center at 9940 Linn Station Road, Louisville, KY 40223, right off Hurstbourne Parkway and I-64. Actors also travel in from Lexington, Frankfort, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, and beyond. View Ben Marcum Photography on Google Maps
Do I Need to Know How to Pose?
No. I direct you through the entire session. I’ll guide you, talk you through moments, and pull out expressions that feel real rather than performed. You bring yourself. I handle the rest.
Should I Hire a Makeup Artist?
If you wear makeup, I recommend my trusted team, The Beauty Patrol. They know exactly how I light headshots, so you’ll look camera-ready without looking overdone. Their fee is $200 for a single session, paid directly to them the day of your appointment.
Louisville Actor Headshot Photographer
I’ve been shooting actor headshots in Louisville since 2013. Before that, I spent twenty years in professional theatre as a sound designer, working closely with actors every day.
I’ve studied under Peter Hurley, one of the world’s best headshot photographers, and was the first photographer in Louisville to join the Headshot Crew and earn the title of Associate, and the only one in Kentucky to become a Mentor in that program.
What that means for you: I know how to direct. I know how to get something real out of you on camera without it feeling forced.
Your acting headshots should work for casting submissions, agents and managers, IMDb, your personal website, and anywhere else you need to show up. I’ll make sure they do.
Contact Louisville’s Actor Headshot Photographer
9940 Linn Station Rd
Louisville, KY 40223
502-509-3759
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