HEADSHOTS + prescreens
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Need BOTH Headshots & Prescreens? SAVE $100!
use promocode ‘IndividualCombo’ in the MTCA Store
HEADSHOTS
natural light + studio sessions, full resolution downloads, professional retouching and optional hair + makeup stylists
Headshots that focus on positioning and marketing you towards the type of performer you are! It’s not just an 8×10 of your face, it is a tool that works for you when you are not even in the room! The sessions usually lasts about 45-60min - rates includes 2 outfits, hi-res downloads and 1 retouched image of your choice. Hair & Make Up Stylist options and additional looks/retouches available upon request/availability. Dates and times are avail by appt on a first come, first serve basis based on Matt's availability. Please schedule sooner than later to avoid him filling up! Your time slot with him is reserved when we receive payment through the MTCA store!
$450
pearl Headshot Days
Located at Pearl Studios
Select days only (FYI - NO Hair/Make Up Stylist avail on these days)
$450
studio Individual Session
Located at Matt Simpkins Photography Studio in Brooklyn
Add on options: Hair/Make Up & Extra Looks
prescreens
Your MTCA approved Prescreen Videos DONE RIGHT with a professional camera, lighting & sound setup!
THE 2026 MTCA PRESCREEN TEAM:
Sessions are filmed by Matt OR one of his fellow MTCA prescreen-trained professional videographers!
MTCA Prescreen Days at Pearl Studios are booked via MTCA. For Individual Prescreen Sessions at his studio, schedule directly with Matt by contacting him via this site below. The Prescreen Sessions last 1.5 hours and includes all needs for songs and monologues, as well as editing. Dance filming is done separately (see the Prescreen Choreography Package in the MTCA Store). Expedited Turnaround and additional filming time is available upon request.
Dates and times are LIMITED and only avail by appt on a first come, first serve basis based on Matt's availability. Please schedule sooner than later to avoid him filling up!
$600
pearl Prescreen Days
Located at Pearl Studios
Select days only (FYI - NO Hair/Make Up Stylist avail on these days)
$600
studio Individual Session
Located at Matt Simpkins Photography Studio in Brooklyn
Add on options: Hair/Make Up & Additional Time
CHECK SCHEDULE FOR AVAIL BEFORE PAYING!!
Headshot galleries
Each student gets an easy to use private, interactive downloadable online gallery to help you sort, favorite, share and choose your best shot!
quick 7-day turnaround
Don't worry! You'll have your final media in time for that big time college application. We want you to get those prescreen videos and new headshots in ASAP!
digital downloads
Only the highest resolution for our clients. It's 2026, isn't it? Easily download the entire shoot from your online gallery. Prescreen videos sent easily with dropbox!
customized options
Need extra retouches? A Hair/Make Up Stylist? Expedited Turnaround or Extra Recording Time? We are happy to customize our packages to meet your needs. Yes, it's that easy.
retouching
Say goodbye to those unwanted blemishes and problem areas! Matt does his own professional retouching by hand ....no filters, or outsourcing to third party apps here!
payments
We keep things easy and all in one place!
Headshot & Prescreen Sessions are purchased right thru the MTCA Store!