New Orleans Headshot Lounge
On-site professional headshots for conferences, trade shows, company events, and brand activations
Give your guests something they can actually use.
The Chad Populis Photography Headshot Lounge brings a clean, professional headshot setup directly to your New Orleans event. I handle the lighting, posing, image flow, and delivery so your attendees can walk away with polished headshots without leaving the venue.
This is a strong fit for conferences, trade shows, career fairs, corporate mixers, sponsor activations, networking events, employee appreciation events, and company-wide headshot days.
Guests receive calm direction, clean lighting, natural skin tones, and final images that look professional without feeling stiff.
Headshot Lounge packages start at $1,495.
Request Headshot Lounge Pricing
A headshot lounge is a professional headshot station set up inside your event.
It works like a small mobile studio, not a regular photo booth. I bring professional lighting, a clean backdrop, guided posing, and an organized workflow so attendees can get a high-quality headshot in just a few minutes.
It gives your guests a useful event takeaway, helps your company or sponsor create more engagement, and keeps the experience polished without making the process feel complicated.
Your attendees do not have to know how to pose. I guide them through it quickly and keep the session moving.
I provide on-site headshot lounge setups across New Orleans and the surrounding area, including the CBD, Warehouse District, French Quarter, Garden District, Metairie, Gretna, the Westbank, and South Louisiana.
This setup works well for events at hotels, conference spaces, trade show floors, company offices, networking venues, and convention-style environments.
Whether you are planning a small professional mixer or a full conference at a larger venue, the goal is simple: give attendees a smooth, useful, professional headshot experience without adding stress to your event schedule.
Built for New Orleans Conferences and Corporate Events
Good Fit For
The Headshot Lounge is a strong fit for:
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Conferences
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Corporate events
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Trade shows
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Sponsor booths
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Career fairs
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Networking events
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Employee appreciation events
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Company retreats
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Leadership meetings
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Professional association events
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College and alumni events
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Medical, legal, nonprofit, and corporate teams
It can also work as a sponsor activation, giving guests a real benefit while helping your organization create more foot traffic and engagement.
1. Send the Event Details
Send the date, venue, event schedule, estimated number of attendees, and how you want the headshot lounge used. I’ll recommend the best setup based on your space, guest count, and timing.
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Event date and time
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Venue or office location
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Estimated number of people
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Desired backdrop style
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Whether guests need instant delivery
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Whether you need lead capture or sponsor branding
2. I Set Up On Site
I arrive with the lighting, backdrop, camera setup, and delivery workflow needed for the event. A typical setup needs a clean area with enough space for lighting, posing, and a small line if guests are waiting.
A 10x10 area is ideal, but smaller setups may be possible depending on the venue.
3. Guests Step In for Quick Guided Headshots
Each guest receives simple posing direction so they are not left guessing what to do. I help with posture, angles, expression, and small adjustments that make the final image look more natural.
Most guests can be photographed quickly while still getting a polished result.
4. Images Are Selected and Delivered
Depending on the package, guests can review images on site or receive their final image through an online gallery after the event.
Final images are edited for light, color, exposure, and natural skin tones. Retouching is clean and professional without making people look fake.
Headshot Lounge Pricing
Headshot Lounge packages start at $1,495.
Most New Orleans corporate events and conference setups fall between $1,895 and $2,995, depending on the event length, number of attendees, delivery needs, branding, and whether you need one station or multiple stations.
Headshot Lounge Pop-Up — Starting at $1,495
Best for smaller events, networking mixers, career fairs, and sponsor activations.
Includes professional lighting, simple backdrop, guided posing, one edited image per guest, and online delivery.
Half-Day Headshot Lounge — Starting at $1,895
Best for company events, conferences, association events, and professional mixers where you want a steady headshot station available for several hours.
Includes a longer on-site window, guided posing, clean edits, organized delivery, and a smoother flow for more attendees.
Full-Day Conference Headshot Lounge — Starting at $2,995
Best for larger conferences, trade shows, and event activations where the headshot lounge is part of the guest experience or sponsor strategy.
Includes full-day coverage, professional lighting and backdrop setup, organized attendee flow, clean editing, and final image delivery.
For multi-day events, larger attendee counts, lead capture, or custom branding, I’ll build a clear quote based on your schedule and event goals
Why Book Chad Populis Photography?
I keep the process clear and easy.
My goal is to give your guests a polished headshot while keeping your event moving. I give calm direction, work quickly, and keep the setup professional without making the experience feel stiff.
You get fast communication, a simple booking process, clean edits, natural skin tones, and a final gallery that is easy to access and download.
I’m based in the New Orleans area and work with clients across the city, Gretna, Metairie, the Westbank, and South Louisiana. That local experience helps with venue planning, realistic timing, and knowing how to work inside busy event spaces.
For most Headshot Lounge setups, I recommend:
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8x8 minimum space
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10x10 preferred space
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Access to a standard power outlet
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A clean indoor area away from heavy foot traffic
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Wi-Fi if instant delivery or lead capture is needed
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Time for setup before guests arrive
If your venue has limited space, send the details and I’ll let you know what setup makes the most sense.
Space and Setup Requirements
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Mobile studio with seamless backdrop and professional lighting
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Individual coaching for confident, natural expressions
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Tethered capture for instant selection
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Light retouching included; bulk delivery for HR/IT naming
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Flexible footprints for expo floors, sponsor booths, and lobbies
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many people can you photograph?
A single headshot station usually works best when planned around the event schedule, guest flow, and how much selection time each person receives.
For smaller events, the flow can stay more relaxed. For larger conferences or trade shows, we can build the setup around faster movement, scheduled time blocks, or add a second station if needed.
Can guests choose their favorite image?
Yes. On-site selection can be included depending on the package. This helps guests feel better about the final image and reduces back-and-forth after the event.
Can images be delivered instantly?
Instant delivery can be added for events that need guests to receive images right away by email, text, QR code, or online gallery.
For the cleanest final result, I also offer edited post-event delivery.
Do you offer lead capture?
Yes. Lead capture can be added for sponsor activations, trade show booths, and conferences that want attendee information collected through an organized opt-in process.
Are the images retouched?
Yes. Final selected images are edited for light, color, exposure, and natural skin tones. Retouching is clean and professional without making people look overly edited.
Can the setup be branded?
Yes. Branding options may include a branded gallery, sponsor signage, custom backdrop, or branded delivery experience depending on your package.
Is this only for conferences?
No. The Headshot Lounge can work for conferences, company events, employee appreciation events, career fairs, networking events, team headshot days, sponsor activations, and professional association events.
Do you travel outside New Orleans?
Yes. I serve New Orleans, Gretna, Metairie, the Westbank, and surrounding South Louisiana markets. Travel fees may apply depending on the event location.
Bring Professional Headshots to Your Next Event
If you are planning a conference, trade show, company event, or sponsor activation in New Orleans, the Headshot Lounge gives your guests a useful, polished experience without making your planning process harder.
Send the date, location, event schedule, estimated guest count, and what you want the headshot lounge to do for your event.
I’ll send back a clear quote and setup recommendation.
Next Steps
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Request a team quote and rate card
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Check availability for your dates and location
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Book an executive or individual session
Gretna, LA 70056
Tel: 504-577-6410
popular Service areas
New Orleans CBD, French Quarter, Warehouse District, Garden District, Bywater, Marigny, Tremé, Metairie, Kenner, the Northshore, Baton Rouge, and Gulf Coast. Conference coverage available at the Convention Center and major hotels.