Actor & Model Career Consultation NYC

Know Your Type. Fix Your Portfolio. Book More Work.

You don’t just need photos—you need a strategy.

At Dorothy Shi Photography, we offer professional actor and model career consultations in NYC designed to help you understand your casting type, improve your portfolio, and position yourself to get booked.

With over 25 years of experience in actor headshots, commercial lifestyle photography, and agency-level portfolio development, Dorothy Shi helps you make the right decisions before you invest in photos or submissions.

What You'll Walk Away With

  • A clear understanding of your casting type
  • Whether to focus on acting, commercial, or both
  • What's missing in your current portfolio
  • Exactly what photos you need to book work
  • Honest feedback based on real industry standards
  • Direction on agencies and submission strategy

This is not guesswork—it's career clarity.

Who This Is Perfect For

  • New actors and models who don't know where to start
  • Experienced talent who feel stuck
  • Actors transitioning into commercial/lifestyle work
  • Models building a portfolio that gets agency attention
  • Anyone planning to invest in headshots or portfolio shoots

What We Review Together

  • Your current headshots or portfolio
  • Expression, positioning, and marketability
  • Wardrobe and styling direction
  • Commercial vs theatrical branding
  • Agency expectations in NYC
  • What casting directors respond to

Consultation Options

30-Min Session - $150
Quick clarity and direction

60-Min Full Strategy Session - $250 (Most Popular)
Deep dive into your career direction and portfolio strategy

Consultation fee can be applied toward a headshot session if booked.

Combine With a Headshot Session

For best results, pair your consultation with a shoot:

  • Actor Headshot Special
  • 4 Looks - $425
  • 4 Looks + Hair & Makeup - $585

We build your strategy first, then create images that match it.

Why Work With Dorothy Shi

  • 25+ years experience in NYC
  • Featured in Backstage and industry platforms
  • Specialist in actor and commercial crossover
  • Trusted by actors, models, and professionals
  • Known for creating casting-ready, marketable images

Book Your Consultation

Start with strategy. Book with confidence.

Call or Text: 212-864-5931
Email: shishotme@gmail.com