What makes a good theatrical headshot?

In general, a good headshot is chest up with good lighting on your face, and no strong dramatic shadows, unless you are going in for “The Phantom of the Opera.” Three-quarter shots are good for print, and extreme close-ups are good for, well, nothing.

What size should a Theatre headshot be?

8″ X 10″
The standard headshot size for actors is 8″ X 10″, which means – whether it’s horizontal or vertical – your printed headshot must be 8 inches by 10 inches.

What should you wear for theatrical headshots?

How to Dress for Actor Headshots

• Don’t Wear White.
• Avoid Colors Close to White.
• Black Always Works.
• Pick Colors to Contrast Skin Tone.
• Busy Patterns are Distracting.
• Bring a Few Extra Shirts.
• Crew Neck or V-Neck Shirts?
• Wrinkles Can Ruin a Photo (IMPORTANT)

Can a selfie be a headshot?

You might think you can do a selfie, but not for a great headshot. Selfie makes an awkward or emotionally blank face, and you won’t be making a positive impression. You need a live human to interact with, a person who can keep your brain spinning while pushing the button on the camera.

What clothing looks best on camera?

As a general rule, solid and rich colors look best on video and film. Try and avoid wearing bright white clothing which can dominate the screen. A safer color to wear would be a not-quite-white colors like light beige and light grey. Also, very pale colors may work better.

What qualifies as a headshot?

A headshot is a tightly cropped photo of the face, from the shoulders up. The subject is camera aware — typically looking right in the lens. Years ago, headshots were reserved for actors and models. For talent, these images are in some ways more important than a resume.

Should you smile in a professional headshot?

There are absolutely NO RULES for a smile or not smile on your professional photos. The only rule is to feel and look comfortable (a big part of your professional photographer’s job ?) to leave viewers a CONVINCING first impression through your professional headshot.

Do you need a full length headshot for an actor?

A photo that shows more of your body (three-quarter or full-length) is standard for models, but not for actors. However, it can be useful if your body type is important for the types of roles you want, such as bikini-babe or muscle builder.

When do you need a headshot for representation?

When you submit yourself to agencies for possible representation, whether by email or mail, a headshot is the first item on the list of materials required for consideration. And any time you go to a workshop with a casting director or agent, you should ALWAYS bring a headshot. Which brings us to the next point.

What should a headshot look like on a commercial?

1) Commercial: Advertisers usually like warm, friendly and trustworthy people to sell their product. Your headshot should make you look like one of these people, which (of course!) you are. A typical commercial headshot features a nice smile and soft colors.

When to bring a headshot to a casting workshop?

When you submit yourself to agencies for possible representation, whether by email or mail, a headshot is the first item on the list of materials required for consideration. And any time you go to a workshop with a casting director or agent, you should ALWAYS bring a headshot.