5 Tips to Prepare for Your Headshot Session
Updating your headshot, or having one done for the first time, is an excellent way to make a great first impression online, especially in today’s digital age.
To make sure your headshot conveys your professionalism, it’s a good idea to be prepared.
A few tips to ensure your headshot turn out looking fantastic:
Choose clothing that will compliment you and fits with your line of work.
It’s best to stay away from bright colors or big/busy patterns as well as words/logos (unless they are your own) when it comes to clothing. If your industry is business attire a suit and tie might work perfectly, and if you are a fitness trainer or technician, workout clothing or a polo shirt may be more appropriate. Clothing selection is a great way to convey to potential clients what working with you will be like and what to expect when meeting you.
Make sure your clothing is clean and free of wrinkles!
Use a lint roller, make sure there are no stains or makeup marks, and use a steamer or iron if clothing is wrinkled. This will help make your headshots look polished and professional.
Makeup/Hair
While it’s not necessary to go all out on hairstyling/makeup (you do want to look like your everyday self for your headshots), make sure to give some attention to your hair and/or makeup (if wearing). Messy hair doesn’t give a professional look.
Try to relax
A professional headshot photographer will guide and direct you throughout your headshot session so you don’t need to know what to do. A natural pose that compliments your line of work will add to the overall look and feel of your headshot. Headshots for a defense attorney and a yoga instructor will convey very different impressions to their potential clients, and this is done through styling, lighting and posing.
Hire a professional headshot photographer
The best way to make sure your headshots are high quality, professional and polished is to hire a photographer that can help you through every step and achieve the final look you have in mind.
Ready to update your headshots or have questions?