What makes up a good headshot:

• Taken in color (black and white is no longer acceptable).

• Reveals your personality.

• Depicts a relaxed, confident you.

• Is a picture you are proud to show people.

• Shows you at your best while smiling.

• Is NOT a Glamour Shot. You should look like your headshot in real life - maybe on your best day, sure, but look like you.

• Keep it simple - minimal things in the background. If shooting outside, shoot against a simple background. Don’t let a large tree overshadow you!

• Focuses primarily on YOU.

Dressing for your Headshot:

• Wear solid colors, and jewel and earth tones are always good. Heavy textures like wool, canvas, and linen are also great, as well as layers.

• Wear a color that best brings out your features.

• Wear your hair like you will for live auditions.

• Keep jewelry minimal. Small studs are fine - but big dangly earrings are not!

• Keep make-up minimal - we do recommend utilizing a make-up artist for these.

Printing Headshots:

• Headshots should be professionally printed on nice photo paper (8in x 10in). We recommend the following options for printing:

• Headshots2Go

• PrintHeadshots

• Mpix