The Importance of Headshots for Your Job Search

Many people around the country are unemployed now due to layoffs caused by the Coronavirus Pandemic and the closing of many businesses nationwide. It’s a hectic time in the world, but there is still hope if you’re stuck at home. You may not have a job right now, but that does not mean you can’t get a head start on job searching. One of the most important things when interviewing for jobs is the first impression.

As we continue to social distance ourselves and stay home, professional headshots play a major role in defining your first impression on a company or hiring manager. Updating your professional headshots can even make or break the interview.

Finding the Right Photographer

Searching for the right photographer is stressful because you want to make sure they have the professional equipment and experience to make your headshots presentable.

Here are some tips for choosing a photographer:

• Look for Experience – It’s extremely important that you choose a photographer with years of experience or a solid portfolio. If they have a digital presence with a substantial photography website, they most likely produce professional work.
• Photography Equipment – You may not have the knowledge of cameras and photo equipment, but it’s important that you ask the photographer what equipment and cameras they use if you’re looking to hire. If they don’t have a camera, they probably are using their phone’s camera, which wouldn’t be worth the money if you could set up your camera phone on your own.
• Portfolio – When looking at their online portfolio and experience, take a look at the headshots they have done. It’s important that you like their photos and style because if not, then you probably will have an issue with the photos they produce for you.

Be Proactive When Job Searching

Dress the part you are looking for. Every headshot is different depending on the person and the career path they have taken. When you’re updating headshots, it’s crucial that you keep this in mind. When you’re comfortable with the photographer you hire, the photos that are taken turn out to be great! Contact Beau Bumpas Photography at 214-394-1384 today to get your professional headshots updated.