You may be looking through photos and wondering which looks like the best headshot to land the gig you want. Unfortunately, a photo with your dog or a modern day selfie are not going to cut it. So, now you have to rush to get headshot photos taken. This is a common story that our photographers at J&J Studios hear from our clients often. No worries; we have you covered! In this article, I will tell you about our recent client, show you his headshots, and explain why it is important to get these types of photos taken as well as update them.

Who is Maciej Libucha?

Maciej is currently the Vice President of a company called AltaView Advisors LLC. He is based in the Philadelphia / New Jersey area and contacted our studio to book a professional headshot session. Maciej knew from a young age that he wanted to study and pursue a career in the business industry. He went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in finance from The College of New Jersey. After several years at MPI, he was in the market for a new job and needed headshot photos to show employers how serious he is. He also uses the headshots in his office, on business cards, on his website, and on his social media accounts. You never know who is searching for you and would like to put a face with your name.

Why Should You Get Headshot Photos Taken?

There was a recent study conducted which showed that humans decide whether to trust or not trust someone within the first 100 milliseconds of seeing the person’s face. I found this study to be very interesting as it shows why it’s important to make a great first impression. If you are applying for a new job, I highly suggest investing in a headshot photography session. A lot of employers and clients in the business world admit that when they see multiple people’s headshot images daily, only the people with the best quality photos are proceeded to the next step. Therefore, if you want to get your foot in the door, the goal is to make a lasting impression.

Here are a few tips to keep in mind:

• Smiling photos tend to make clients feel more comfortable with choosing your business.
• Clients or employers tend to make a connection in their minds about you while looking at your headshots. It is up to you if you want this connection to be positive or negative.
• Clean, high-quality images are preferred because they help you stand out among the competition.
• Your face will be representing the company. If you use a photo that was taken at a fast food restaurant or crop out a photo of you with friends, the company will not see you as someone who is professional and has good core values.

Why Should You Keep Your Headshot Photos Updated?

Everyone ages and becomes more mature over the years. Therefore, it is wise to continuously update your headshot images. For example, someone who has been with a company for 15 years cannot use the same photos from when they first started. That would not only look unprofessional but may seem dishonest to clients. We all wish we still looked how we did years ago, but it is important to show your clients how you look today. This will help them recognize you and put a face to your name. If you keep your old headshots hanging in the lobby or on your website, your new clients who have never seen you before will be expecting to meet with someone who looks different. By updating your headshot photos periodically, you are also showing people how committed you are to the business and industry.

Schedule Your Professional Headshot Session Today!

Ready to book your headshot session? Our crew is more than happy to help you take your career to the next level. Get started by filling out our contact form here, and we will be in touch with you as quickly as possible. Thank you for choosing J&J Studios! We look forward to getting to know you.