NYC Headshot Photographer | Rod Goodman
NYC Headshot Photographer Blog – Tips for Actors, Creatives & ProfessionalsI’m Rod Goodman, a NYC-based headshot photographer helping actors, creatives, and professionals show up as their most authentic selves...on camera and in their careers. What You’ll Find HereThis blog shares real-world advice on how to prepare for a headshot session, what casting directors and branding teams look for, how to feel relaxed in front of the lens, and why authenticity still matters in a retouched world. Whether you're booking actor headshots, exploring personal branding photography, or need corporate portraits for your NYC team, you’ll find tips, stories, and practical insight from someone who's been doing this since the 1990s, no hype, just helpful.
Helping people own their space in front of the camera since 1997. — Rod Knowing Your Type: Actor Headshot Tips for Authentic Casting | Rod Goodman Photographer
July 31, 2025
How Knowing Your Type Helps You Book More Acting Jobs One of the most common questions actors ask before a headshot session is: “What should I wear? How should I pose? Wh...
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What Makes a Great Headshot in NYC?
July 31, 2025
What Makes a Great Headshot in NYC? In a city full of talent, competition, and first impressions, your headshot is more than just a photo...it’s your calling card. Whethe...
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Authenticity in a Retouched World: Why Your Headshot Still Has to Feel Like You
June 28, 2025
Why Authenticity Wins in Actor Headshots Let’s Be Real: AI Can’t Fake Energy We’re living in a world where a selfie can be turned into a "professional" portrait with a fe...
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Rod Goodman is a headshot photographer in New York City specializing in actor, executive, and branding portraits. About RodI’m a NYC headshot photographer with a background in photojournalism and a passion for portraits that feel natural, honest, and human. I work with actors, entrepreneurs, and executives who want to be seen, not styled into someone else’s mold. Based in Chelsea, NYCI specialize in actor headshots, personal branding portraits, and corporate headshots that help you show up confidently...on stage, on screen, and online. Sessions available in studio or on location. I don’t take myself very seriously, but I take what I do very seriously. Men’s Portfolio | Women’s Portfolio | Book a Consult | Google Maps
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