LinkedIn Headshots
Philadelphia
A profile photo that actually looks like you, just on your best day.
"No need to worry about awkward smiles"
I had a great experience with Matthew. The images turned out great for my LinkedIn and business school use. Highly recommended.
Why Your LinkedIn Headshot Matters
LinkedIn profiles with a professional photo get 14x more views than those without one. That's not a small number. If you're job hunting, networking, or trying to land new clients, your photo is doing a lot of heavy lifting before anyone even clicks on your profile.
The problem is that most people either use an outdated photo from five years ago, crop themselves out of a group shot, or skip the photo entirely. All of those send the same signal: this person isn't serious about their professional presence.
A good LinkedIn headshot doesn't need to look overly corporate or stiff. It needs to look like you on a great day, with great lighting, in a way that makes people want to connect with you. That's exactly what I shoot for in my professional headshot sessions.
What to Expect During Your LinkedIn Headshot Session
When you book a LinkedIn headshot session with me, you're not just getting a photo taken. I'll walk you through positioning, expressions, and wardrobe so you don't have to guess what works on camera. We review everything together on a monitor during the session so you see the results as we go.
I photograph people for LinkedIn every week, from sales reps and consultants to managing partners and CFOs. Each person needs something slightly different. A financial advisor's business headshot reads differently than a creative director's, and I adjust the lighting, background, and overall feel to match your industry and the message you want to send.
You'll leave with photos that work across every platform, not just LinkedIn. Your company website, email signature, conference speaker bio, social media profiles. One session covers all of it.
LinkedIn Headshots for Job Seekers
If you're looking for a new job, your LinkedIn photo is one of the first things recruiters see. Before they read your experience, they look at your face. That photo shapes their gut reaction, and you want it to be a good one.
I work with a lot of people who are between jobs or making a career pivot. Some haven't updated their headshot in years, and the old photo doesn't match where they're headed. We'll create something that reflects who you are now and the role you're going after, not the one you're leaving behind.
The goal is simple: when a recruiter pulls up your profile, your photo should make you look competent, approachable, and ready. Not stiff, not overly casual. Just genuinely professional.
LinkedIn Headshots for Sales Professionals
If your job involves reaching out to people on LinkedIn, your photo is part of your pitch. Before anyone reads your message, they glance at your profile picture. A polished headshot signals that you take your work seriously and you're someone worth responding to.
Your LinkedIn profile is basically a landing page, and your photo is the first thing people judge. Connection request acceptance rates go up when you have a polished, professional headshot. People are more willing to engage when you look credible.
Your LinkedIn headshot should feel warm and confident, not stiff or salesy. I'll help you find that balance so your photo opens conversations instead of shutting them down.
LinkedIn Headshot FAQ
Common questions about LinkedIn headshot sessions
A good LinkedIn headshot shows your face clearly, uses professional lighting, and actually looks like you. Your face should fill roughly 60% of the frame, you should be looking at the camera, and the background should be clean and not distracting. Most importantly, you should look both confident and friendly. No selfies, no cropped group photos, no vacation shots.
Wear what you'd wear to meet an important client. For most industries, that means a blazer or button-down in solid colors. Avoid busy patterns and loud prints since they distract from your face. Bring 2-3 outfit options so we can find what looks best on camera. Fit matters more than anything, so make sure your clothes are pressed and fit well.
Every 2 years or so, or whenever your appearance changes significantly. If people meet you in person and don't recognize you from your photo, it's time for a new one. An outdated photo can actually hurt your credibility because it looks like you're trying to present a version of yourself that no longer exists.
It depends on the session you book, but there's always enough time for wardrobe changes, different expressions, and reviewing images together on the monitor so you can see what's working in real time. You'll leave knowing exactly which photos work the best.
Absolutely. Most of my clients use their LinkedIn headshot across their company website, email signature, conference bios, and social media profiles. All images are delivered ready for any platform so they look sharp everywhere.
Sessions start at $250 and include professional lighting, posing guidance, and real-time image review. Retouched images are $100 each. Most clients select 1-3 final images. Check my pricing page for full details.
LinkedIn Headshot Tips
I've photographed hundreds of LinkedIn headshots and the same mistakes come up over and over. Here's what actually makes a difference.
Face the camera straight on or at a slight angle. LinkedIn thumbnails are small, so your face needs to fill the frame. If you're too far back or turned away, people can't connect with you. Eye contact matters here more than almost any other type of photo.
Keep the background simple. A blurred outdoor background or a clean studio backdrop works well. Avoid anything busy or distracting. Your face is the subject, not the brick wall behind you or the coffee shop you happened to be sitting in.
Smile naturally. You don't need a big grin, but you do need to look warm and approachable. The number one complaint I hear from clients about their old photos is "I look angry" or "I look like I'm in pain." We'll work on expressions during the session until we find something that feels genuine for you.
Wear what feels right for you. If a blazer fits your style and your industry, go for it. If it doesn't, don't force it. The best LinkedIn headshots look natural, and that starts with wearing something you're actually comfortable in. Solid colors photograph better than patterns, and fit always matters more than brand.
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