Are you wondering if you need one headshot or several? The answer varies depending on your goals. Here in Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C., I help my portrait clients decide how many headshots they need by considering a few key factors.
Think about what you want your headshot to accomplish. Are you looking for a new job in a different industry or trying to attract applicants to your organization? Are you working on expanding your reach as an expert on LinkedIn or publishing a book? Each of these situations may require a different number of headshots. For example, updating your LinkedIn profile for a corporate job may only require one image.
If you have multiple audiences, you may need a headshot for each one. For instance, an orthodontist may want one image for parents and teens (potential patients) and another for professional colleagues.
Some clients may need headshots in different formats or with various backgrounds to use in different marketing materials. Additionally, your wardrobe choice can impact the message of your headshot. Different outfits can help you appeal to different audiences or convey a particular mood.
Sometimes it’s fun to have multiple headshots to celebrate different aspects of yourself or cater to different preferences. Your partner, kids, or even yourself may have different preferences for your headshot look.
Overall, the number of headshots you need depends on your goals, audience, image format, wardrobe choices, and personal preferences. During your session, we will explore these factors to ensure you get the perfect headshots for your needs.
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