When people come to the studio for a headshot, one of the first things we try to figure out is what “vibe” they’re going for. The answer often depends on both the industry the person is in, and their position within the company. What’s the main one or two characteristics they’re trying to express in their headshot? Client-facing positions often require a level of approachability and friendliness, where a C-suite role might want to show more confidence and more business-like seriousness.
A few months ago, we had Jaime in the studio. She’s a community development officer at Diamond Credit Union, and she wanted a headshot to use for her business card, her LinkedIn profile, and other business-related things.
We took a variety of photos, with a few different outfits, and our photographer guided Jaime through different poses and expressions. In looking through the photos trying to decide on her final image, she ended up choosing several slightly different ones.
Jaime chose several images in a more business-like top to use for her business photos. Another of Jaime’s roles is as a board member for the Adalyn Rose Foundation, and she chose one of her photos with a warmer, more casual look for her headshot to use on their website.
It’s a great idea to keep in mind the different roles you have when you are getting a headshot update. What community groups are you a part of? While most people initially book their session to get a job-related headshot, volunteer organizations and charities can also benefit from the professionalism shown by a well-done headshot.
Headshot session at Berks Headshots always include a variety of poses and expressions, as well as guidance on outfits and background colors. Our professional photographers have been in the business for over a decade, and will help you pick the best images for your purposes, whether it’s one headshot or a library of them. Check out the info about our headshot sessions here!
