Corporate & Commercial Photographer in Manchester_
Founded in 2011, decoy is a Manchester-based studio specialising in corporate and commercial work - focusing on event photography, headshot & portrait photography, PR, music and culture.
Partnering with the UK's leading brands
Photography Services
We specialise in professional imagery that tells your company's story. While we are a leading event photographer in Manchester, we are equally seasoned in portrait and headshot photography.
From the energy of a conference to the precision of a studio session, we ensure every project is delivered with 15+ years of creative and technical expertise.
A few reasons to partner with decoy_
Benefits of working together.
Experienced Pro
Years of experience capturing events, people, places, and moments.
Competitive Rates
Professional photography without the inflated price tag.
Quick Turnaround
Receive your preview edit the next day, with the full set ready in 3-5 days.*
Excellent Rep
Trusted by brands big and small, with five-star reviews to match.
Personal Touch
A relaxed, approachable style that makes guests feel comfortable.
Flexible & Adaptable
From boardrooms to banquets, we work seamlessly in any setting.
Read what clients have said about decoy_
Rated 5 stars on Google & Trustpilot based on over 100+ reviews.
Incredible service from start to finish.
We had an incredible experience working with Alex at Decoy Media! The feedback from our team has been amazing—many have said these are their best headshots to date! Alex has a true talent for making people feel comfortable in front of the camera, which really shines through in the final photos. He has an eye for capturing everyone’s best side, and the results speak for themselves. I would highly recommend Decoy Media to anyone looking for professional, high-quality photography!
Exceptional attention to detail and professionalism.
Government Property Event. Outstanding work, professional, and engaging. Would definitely recommend.
Absolutely excellent service.
Alex is a very professional and talented photographer. Right from the first call he wanted to understand my direction as a musician and matched the location and style of shots perfectly. I would have no hesitation in recommending Decoy Media for professional photography. Absolutely excellent service
Friendly, proactive and a pleasure to work with.
I cannot recommend Alex enough. We recently worked together on a corporate photoshoot and he made the whole process so smooth and hassle-free. He was quick to respond, incredibly professional and took a fantastic collection of shots that have been easily approved by clients on both sides.
Professional, creative and reliable throughout.
Decoy Media produced a large volume of high quality photos we could pass onto one of our clients. They were professional and thorough in their approach and the pictures taken are perfect for the clients campaign of online, out of home and digital media
The face behind the camera
I'm Alex Mead, the photographer behind decoy, a Manchester-based photography studio with a focus on commercial, portrait, and corporate photography.
With 15+ years of experience capturing high-stakes events and brand stories, I bring a creative eye and a solutions-focused mindset to every shoot.
At decoy, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, fast-turnaround images paired with a smooth, professional service.
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