About Decoy Media

Decoy Media provides high-end commercial photography with a focus on delivering professional, high-impact imagery for corporate and commercial sectors. Based in the North West and backed by over 15 years of industry experience, our work specialises in capturing the spaces, people, and milestones that define a modern brand.

Our approach is built on the belief that professional photography should be both a creative asset and a strategic tool.

From documenting large-scale corporate events to architectural interior shoots, we work closely with marketing teams and business owners to produce visual content that aligns with their commercial objectives and elevates their digital presence.

Expert Visual Services

With a deep understanding of how imagery functions across web, social, and print, we provide a streamlined, in-house service from initial briefing through to high-end post-production.

  • Corporate Event Photography: Professional coverage for conferences, awards ceremonies, and brand launches.
  • Interiors & Architectural Imagery: Capturing the design, scale, and detail of commercial and residential spaces.
  • Headshot & Portrait Photography: Creating authentic, modern professional portraits that reflect company culture.
  • Commercial & PR Photography: Striking imagery designed for press releases, editorial features, and marketing campaigns.
  • Video Production: We can scale our team to include video services for your project, providing high-quality coverage of events, interviews, and more.

A Results-Driven Approach

Our work is defined by transparency, reliability, and technical precision. We pride ourselves on being a straight-talking partner for our clients, ensuring that every project is delivered on time, to brief, and with the high standard of finish that 15 years of experience guarantees.

By evaluating the specific needs of a project – whether it is a fast-paced event or a meticulous interior shoot – we help businesses refresh their visual identity, improve their brand perception, and communicate their message with clarity and impact.

Meet the Team

Alex Mead Manchester Photographer
Alex Mead
Director & Photographer
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Georgina
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Alex and the team at Decoy Media excel in both photography and videography. They have covered multiple events for our company, including social gatherings, professional headshots, and various other activities. The quality of their work is consistently outstanding, with clean and professional photography every time. The team is also warm, approachable, and maintains a high level of professionalism, making them an ideal choice for any corporate environment. Decoy Media is our top choice!
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Caylan
EPI-USE
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!
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Andy
Specsavers
Alex and Decoy Media have been working on various projects with the Specsavers Store Design Team for nearly eight years. During this time, Decoy have helped in creating world-class stills and video footage of new store formats to communicate to our stakeholders and store partners. All of this work has been key to achieving buy-in from
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Creative, high-quality photography that showcases your brand, products, and services.

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Secure the media coverage you deserve with creative PR photography designed to grab the attention of editors.

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Upgrade your team's professional image with modern headshots and portraits that reflect your company culture.

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Ensure your next conference, awards evening, or launch is documented with professional, high-impact event coverage.

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Address
Decoy Media, Swan Street, Manchester, UK

Skills

Architectural Photography Commercial Photography Conference Photography Corporate Event Photography Event Videography Headshot Photography Interior Photography Portrait Photography Post-Production & Retouching PR Photography Promotional Video Video & Photography Production