A headshot is a professional representation of yourself used for commercial purposes. A phone is not up to the task of creating a professional-grade photo.
The quick answer is, sure, if you know how to create a proper one and have the equipment to do it. But why should you probably not?
A commercial headshot in acting is generally one thing and arguably the most important type of a headshot an actor needs.
A theatrical headshot is generally more dramatic than a commercial look for an actor. But what else is it?
Going over some real tips actors were given by their agents on what to wear when updating your headshots for acting.
Going over what makes up a corporate headshot, or pretty much any headshot used primarily for business purposes.
Many factors add up to make you look good in a headshot, from working with a professional photographer, to the lighting, what you wear, and more.
From your posture, practicing, smiling, and more – there are a lot of considerations for how to pose. Most important is to be comfortable so that comes across.
Surveys and their data have found there is a noticeable likelihood that unprofessional photos on a dating profile will get you passed over.
As published in StarCentral Magazine. Excerpt here and a link to the full article is available.
A headshot crop is used to create composition but also artfully to remove distractions, and more.
Most people opt for between having 2-3 headshots as options to use across various platforms, like social media versus business profiles.
Benefits include branding advantages, showing quality matters, expressing professionalism, and much more.
You can still get headshots done while being safe about it, from keeping a distance to avoiding crowds, and more.
Deciding between matte or a glossy look can be tough. But there is a third option that is probably better.
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