Outdoor personal branding photoshoot in Manchester city centre, woman in beige suit walking along Castlefield canal at golden hour, Monika Szmidt Photography

Professional Headshots & Personal Branding Photography in Manchester

First impressions happen in seconds. Make yours count.

Whether you're updating your LinkedIn profile, launching a new business, or building a personal brand — the right photograph changes everything. It tells people who you are before you've said a word.

I'm Monika, a Manchester portrait photographer with over 13 years of experience. I shoot headshots and personal branding sessions for entrepreneurs, creatives, coaches, consultants, and business owners across Manchester and the North West — in my studio and on location.

Studio Headshots

Clean, professional, timeless.

My Manchester studio is a relaxed, private space designed to put you completely at ease. I'll guide you through every pose and expression — no experience in front of a camera needed. Whether you need a crisp corporate headshot or something with a warmer, more personal feel, I'll tailor the session to suit your industry and your personality.

Studio headshots from £99 — includes 5 fully edited digital images.

Outdoor & Location Branding Sessions

Authentic images that tell your brand story.

Outdoor sessions bring your brand to life. Whether we shoot in Manchester city centre, a café that's part of your story, or a location that reflects your aesthetic — the results feel real, warm, and completely you. These sessions work beautifully for social media content, website homepages, and speaker profiles.

Outdoor branding sessions from £199 — includes a 1-hour shoot and 20 fully edited digital images.

→ Browse the gallery to see both studio headshots and full branding sessions

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Who is this for?

Entrepreneurs and business owners refreshing their online presence
Coaches, therapists and consultants who want images that build trust
Creatives and freelancers who need a strong portfolio image
Professionals updating their LinkedIn or company profile
Anyone who's been putting off getting a proper photo taken

What's included

Every session includes pre-shoot guidance on what to wear and how to prepare, a relaxed and fully directed shoot, and professionally edited images delivered via an online gallery within 7 days. You'll receive high-resolution files ready for print and web use.