A Proofing System That Keeps Production on Track
Choice at your people’s pace
Your timeline protected
A Straightforward Process for Final Selections A Straightforward Process for Final Selections
This proofing option lets your executives choose their image on their own schedule, without slowing production. They select a few candidates during the session, review them in a private gallery, and finalize their choice by a clear deadline—so your workflow stays on track.
Below is a live preview of how the proofing gallery works on desktop and mobile devices.
What to know before selecting your final headshot.
This section explains that the images in the proofing gallery are unretouched proofs, how to submit a final selection, what happens if no selection is made by the deadline, and how retouching is handled after the selected image is confirmed.
Before You Choose Your Headshot
The images in this gallery are unretouched proofs.
The next step is to retouch the photo you prefer.
Please submit your selection by DATE XX. If no selection is submitted by that date, the photographer will choose the strongest image and prepare it for final delivery.
Please enter your name and email below, then follow these steps to submit your final selection.
- Check the box on your favorite photo.
- Please make sure the blue selected indicator is active:
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or - Click “Send Your Selection” to confirm your choice.
- Your company is purchasing X final retouched photo.
- Additional photos may be purchased for $XXX per photo.
Frequently asked questions about the proofing gallery and retouching process for companies
Answers to common questions from office managers and marketing teams about proofing galleries, retouching workflow, production timelines, and employee responsibilities when selecting their final headshot.
What helps keep final delivery on schedule?

A clear selection deadline. Once selections are complete, most teams receive retouched images within three business days.

What helps keep final delivery on schedule?

A clear selection deadline. Once selections are complete, most teams receive retouched images within three business days.

How will I know when selections are complete?

On the selection deadline, I’ll send you a list of who has chosen their image and who may still need a reminder.

How will I know when selections are complete?

On the selection deadline, I’ll send you a list of who has chosen their image and who may still need a reminder.

What happens if someone does not choose their image?

The selection page notes that if someone does not choose by the deadline, I’ll select the strongest image.

What happens if someone does not choose their image?

The selection page notes that if someone does not choose by the deadline, I’ll select the strongest image.

How does the proofing system fit into the company headshot workflow?

The gallery lets team members choose their favorite photo after the shoot. Once selections are submitted, I handle retouching and delivery.

How does the proofing system fit into the company headshot workflow?

The gallery lets team members choose their favorite photo after the shoot. Once selections are submitted, I handle retouching and delivery.

Who should use the proofing gallery?

Proofing works best for executives, leadership teams, or roles where final image approval matters.

Who should use the proofing gallery?

Proofing works best for executives, leadership teams, or roles where final image approval matters.

What happens after someone chooses their image?

I retouch the selected photos so each person looks polished, natural, and ready for final delivery.

What happens after someone chooses their image?

I retouch the selected photos so each person looks polished, natural, and ready for final delivery.

What is included in standard retouching?

Standard retouching includes blemish removal, complexion smoothing, under-eye refinement, and hair clean-up for a polished, natural result.

What is included in standard retouching?

Standard retouching includes blemish removal, complexion smoothing, under-eye refinement, and hair clean-up for a polished, natural result.

A Professional Experience,
Clearly Delivered
“Dean was fantastic to work with!”
Shreya Shah
Healthcare Informatics Leader
Stanford Healthcare
Make Your Next Company Headshot Day Easier to Manage
Whether you’re planning a full team update or gathering details for a future project, I can help you create a clear, organized process for scheduling, proofing, retouching, and final delivery.
Serving Silicon Valley & the SF Peninsula
I work on-location with company teams throughout Santa Clara County, including Palo Alto, Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Cupertino, and San Jose.
I also serve teams across San Mateo County and the Peninsula, including San Mateo, Redwood City, and South San Francisco.