Choosing the perfect picture to showcase who you are can always be a battle. Not only do you want it to highlight your best look, but you want to keep it classy and professional. Here are three three things you can do to upload the perfect headshot on Castango.

• The perfect expression

• What to wear

• How to pose

 The Perfect Expression

Let’s start with one of the most important attributes of your headshot. Do you smile or do you have a more serious type of look? It all depends on what mood you want to set for your shoot. If you are a dancer you may have something with personality and spice. Posting a headshot in a dance pose may be an option, but also keep in mind companies and agencies want to see your face. If you are a runway model you may post a more serious pose with a certain setting to implement your talent. Always remember that simple is best. Having a clear shot of your face in natural light is your main goal. Adding more photos is always a bonus so when you build your profile so you have a variety. Having more than one photo of you will give the employer more options to see what you look like. Your main headshot should really exude who you are. Then you can add photos in dance poses or modeling. If you are a brand ambassador, posting photos on the job may make an agency hire you immediately. Take your headshot seriously.

What To Wear

Stay classy talent! Make sure that you look polished and professional as possible. Look at your headshot as your business card. Would you hand someone that photo with your name on it? Make sure to stay modest but allow your personality to shine through. Depending on your talent, wear something with “mid- tone colours in blue, green, wine and purple because they are universally flattering. Avoid wearing tops in flesh tones (cream, beige, pastels, peach or yellow) as they will blend your face into your clothes. Don’t be afraid to express yourself to the fullest. Companies want to see your personality at just a glance. Choosing a professional photographer will benefit you in many ways. They have the ability to help you choose the perfect location you want and how to pose. Many photographers know what a headshot should look like so make sure you choose the right photographer for you.

How To Pose

Like mentioned above, choosing the right photographer will help you in many ways. There are several ways you can position your body and head in order to convey who you are. You may want your arms crossed if you’re leaning against a wall, or your arms resting on a bench. Regardless of what your pose is, your future employer will want to see a clear shot of your face and your personality shine. This is who you are as freelance talent so make it count! Your headshot is your calling card. Just by the way you look can land you a job or opportunity.  If you have the right photographer, it will amplify the professionalism of the photo. Invest in yourself! This is your job and your headshot is representing who you are as an artist.

Castango provides the perfect opportunity to showcase your talent. Not only can you post photos, but you can post videos as well. The best advice is to keep it classy and remember your headshot is the first thing a company will see. As companies are glancing through pages of headshots, you’ll want yours to stand out. Make sure they are up to date and provide a clear view of what you truly look like. Get cast for the best gigs by uploading the perfect headshot.