5 Career Benefits from a Professional Headshot

“Why does no employer call me for an interview?”

“I had better qualifications than my friend, but still he got called up, and I couldn't.”

It is depressing to be rejected several times, and it demotivates you to stop trying. There are countless examples of careers that skyrocketed after early failures. You can be one of them. If think you have everything in place but are still unable to get a response for the portfolio, I know what is the missing piece. I have been working in the photography industry for a while, and every year, hundreds of professionals come to me with similar stories. The solution to the problem lies in a professional headshot. 

Although you might think that employers are more interested in your qualifications than your picture, in reality, some aren’t. Your headshot is your first impression on the employer, and if it doesn't showcase professionalism, they might not read a single letter of your resume. In this blog, we are going to talk about 5 career benefits that you shall enjoy from a professional headshot.

It is an introduction

There is a sea of graduates, roaming in the market, looking for an opportunity to get in the eye of an employer. It isn’t rare for employers to find tens of candidates that have fantastic qualifications, but it is impossible to recruit them all. Employers start the sorting process based on how their portfolio looks. 

A study suggested that a professional headshot increases your chances of standing out in an employer's eyes by 55%. Most candidates don’t pay attention to their headshot, which means their headshot works against them. Hence, if you can get your headshot right, it might be the perfect introduction for you to get started. 

Brands your CV/Resume

Have you ever noticed that most TV actors show up in black suits for formal events while they might wear funky outfits in everyday life? The reason behind the outfit selection is the brand attached to their name. Every event has a traditionally decided attire that goes well with the occasion. Similarly, your headshot needs to appear professional; if your headshot is professionally taken and edited, it will get you the bonus points to move ahead of your competitors. Nevertheless, if your headshot is a low-quality image with an inappropriate image ratio, the bonus point will convert into demerit points and will devalue your chances of selection. A professional headshot represents your personality and qualifications; hence, it is how the employer will perceive you in person. 

A thousand words

“An image speaks a thousand words.” Like most colleges, businesses have started to ask their potential employees to present a report that describes their successes, failures, and outlook towards life. The report provides insights into the employer’s life and describes how their inclusion in the company would help it grow. Psychological experts believe that these reports are easily overshadowed by the headshot of the individual. Our face is different; it contains changing impressions that highlight our outlook towards life. Experts suggest that energetic eyes and a grinny face transmit positive hormones in the viewer which can help uplift their mood. Similarly, a broad smile suggests your positivity that acts in your favor for the final decision. 

Preparing beforehand

Are you stressed by thoughts of increasing workload? Does every other task increase your anxiety? An interview is already a stressful event and accompanied by several unfulfilled requisites, the problem gets even more tiring. A professional headshot is a task that you should complete beforehand. Most multinational companies would require a headshot before the interview is processed. Usually, it is used for creating entry cards and candidate lists. Hence, once you have your professional headshot, you can simply transfer it without worrying about an additional task. Even if it isn’t the requirement for an interview, it will come in handy at later parts of your stages. For instance, businesses usually post employee headshots on their websites to update their consumers about their team. Similarly, the entertainment industry requires headshots before the entertainment process has even begun. 

A worthy investment

We have talked a fair deal about headshots and their uses, and you would have realized that despite the lack of importance, headshots may be required at all stages of your employment progress. You shall be able to use the same headshot for your portfolio, transfer it to the company during the interview, use it for your company’s website after selection, and finally, view it in the future to appreciate your progress. 

The usability of a professional headshot justifies its price; it is a little investment to help you kickstart your career and increase your visibility for employers. In a cut-throat competition in all industries, slight differences make a big difference. They may eventually turn out to be the deciding factor. You won’t like your headshot to go against your goals; hence, get a headshot taken today!

Final takeaway

In our brief discussion about professional headshots, you would have realized that headshots are a small aspect of your portfolio that can make a big difference. At Capture Style, we have helped numerous individuals succeed in their aim. We have the most immaculate expertise and equipment to ensure that your headshot is perfect. With more than 10 years of experience, we have learned the mantra to increase visibility amongst employers and we can help you grow too. We have finally come to the end of the blog, I hope it helped you learn the importance of a professional headshot. If you have any questions or queries, feel free to ask in the comment section.