Headshot photography designed to help an online influencer stand out, sell UGC, and attract the right clients.
A photoshoot designed to position a creator for brand collaborations by combining strong personal branding with distinctive urban imagery.
Shabnam
WHO
Shabnam:
Social Media Influencer & Local Model
WHAT
Headshot Photography:
Self-Promotion, UGC Generation & Content Creation
WHEN
2019
WHERE
Newcastle City Centre, Newcastle Upon Tyne
HOW
Urban location photography, brand-focused headshots, and content-ready imagery
The approach: headshots that do more than just look good
Shabnam needed more than standard headshots – she needed imagery that could actively win her work.
As a social media influencer and UGC creator, her photos had to communicate confidence, approachability, and versatility, while standing out in a crowded digital space. Shooting in Newcastle city centre gave us the perfect backdrop to do just that.
By using recognisable but visually interesting urban locations, we created headshots that feel:
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Professional but not corporate
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Relatable but aspirational
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Distinctive enough to stop the scroll
Every image was designed to work hard – whether on pitching decks, social profiles, brand outreach emails, or content previews.
Why it matters
For creators selling UGC, first impressions are everything. Brands don’t just buy content – they buy credibility.
Strong, intentional headshots help position a creator as:
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Reliable
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Brand-aware
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Ready to represent products authentically
By focusing on real expressions, natural light, and a city-led aesthetic, the final imagery supports Shabnam’s personal brand while giving her flexible assets she can reuse across multiple platforms.
The result
📸 A polished set of headshots tailored for self-promotion
📸 Versatile imagery suitable for UGC pitches and content previews
📸 Distinctive visuals using Newcastle’s urban character
From confident portraits to relaxed, content-ready shots, every frame was created to help Shabnam attract clients and sell her creative value with confidence.
