Why Your Headshot Is Silently Sabotaging Your Career (And How to Fix It in One Day)

— Jaiden Kaine, Zip in Netflix’s Luke Cage, Beau in The Vampire Diaries

Why Your Headshot Is Silently Sabotaging Your Career (And How to Fix It in One Day)

You’ve got talent. You’ve got drive. But if your headshot doesn’t scream “cast me,” you’re invisible to casting directors. Most photographers don’t get it—an average headshot isn’t just a photo; it’s a rejection waiting to happen.

*Ashley Atkinson, Mamie Fish in The Gilded Age (2022), Connie Kendrickson in BlacKkKlansman (2018)

Our 8-Step Acting Headshot System

I’m Anthony Mongiello, and I’ve mastered the art of acting headshots that don’t just look great—they book roles. My 8-Step Acting Headshot System turns your photo into a casting magnet, and it happens in just one session.

*Billy Gallo, NCIS (2018), Days of Our Lives (2017)

The Stakes

Let’s be real:

  • That washed-out snapshot? It’s landing in the “no” pile.

  • That stiff, over-posed shot? It’s forgettable—and so are you.

  • That cheap headshot you got for $100? It’s screaming “amateur.”

In this industry, your headshot is your ticket through the door. If it’s weak, you’re out before you even get a line.

Here’s How I Create Acting Headshots That Get You Noticed:

  1. Preparation That Nails Your Type – We prep so you walk in ready to shine, no guesswork.

  2. Wardrobe Design That Pops – Looks that match your casting range, from gritty to glam.

  3. True Hair and Makeup Artists – Pros who enhance your vibe, not just your face.

  4. World-Class Facial Lighting Techniques – Cinematic light that makes your features unforgettable.

  5. Powerful Backgrounds That Frame You – Subtle, bold, and perfect for the role.

  6. Engaging Poses That Feel Alive – Natural, dynamic poses that show your range.

  7. Authentic Expressions That Sell – We capture the real you—intensity, warmth, whatever the part needs.

  8. Precision Realistic Retouching – Polished to perfection, never fake or overdone.

  9. This isn’t just a headshot. It’s your audition in a single frame.

Why Anthony?

I’m Anthony Mongiello, and I’ve worked with actors who’ve gone from “maybe” to “yes” because of my system. I know what casting directors want—headshots that don’t just sit there, but demand attention. My clients have booked commercials, TV, even feature films. This works.

Your $1,500 Acting Headshot Session Includes:

  • The full 8-Step System experience (worth $2,500 alone).

  • One killer headshot that screams “book me.”

  • A 60-minute session customized to your acting goals.

  • Digital delivery in 48 hours—because auditions don’t wait.

This isn’t a budget snapshot. It’s your career’s secret weapon.

I Only Shoot 5 Actors a Week. Period.

Why? This level of detail takes focus—I don’t churn out garbage. If you want a headshot that lands you in the callback room, you need to act now. Spots fill fast, and the next audition call isn’t waiting for you.

AGENCY GUARANTEE PACKAGE

Need an agent? Anthony will get you signed in less than 6 months or your money back. Here’s how:

1. Personal Agency Placement Expert: You’ll get an agency placement expert to reach out to agencies on your behalf and secure you meetings, saving you mountains of busy work.

2. Complimentary Hair and Makeup: You’ll get an expert hair stylist and an expert makeup artist to do your hair and makeup, ensuring you look your absolute best on shoot day.

3. Five Look Package: Anthony will create a 5-look package that shows your versatility, making it easy for agents to submit you to a wide range of roles. The more roles they can submit you for, the more likely they are to sign you, because it means they can get you more bookings, and make more money.

4 LOOK PACKAGE

- 4 Retouched Images

- 30 min Pre-Shoot Success Meeting

- Optional Makeup Artist - $240

*Best if you’re not sure what types of roles you want to play, and want flexibility.

3 LOOK PACKAGE

- 3 Retouched Images

- 30 min Pre-Shoot Success Meeting

- Optional Makeup Artist - $240

*Best if you have a general idea of what types of roles you want to play.

2 LOOK PACKAGE

- 2 Retouched Images

- 30 min Pre-Shoot Success Meeting

- Optional Makeup Artist - $215

*Best if you’re pretty certain on the roles you want to play.

ANTHONY HAS HELPED 10,000+ ACTORS GET MORE AUDITIONS OVER THE PAST TWO DECADES!