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Illustrative Corporate Style Guide
Corporate Headshot Style
A Clean, Formal Direction
A corporate headshot direction uses an uncluttered background, restrained styling, and even lighting. Use this guide to plan portraits for executives, managers, and company teams.
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Illustrative Professional Portrait Style Gallery
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View style guidesWhere This Style Can Fit
Consider this illustrative direction for the following platforms and contexts, subject to their current requirements.
Company directories
LinkedIn profiles
Annual reports
Press releases
Business cards
What to Wear for Corporate Headshots
Practical ideas to test against your role, brand guidance, and intended placement.
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Consider navy or charcoal if they match your workplace dress code
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Test a light shirt against the intended background for separation
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Keep accessories simple when the portrait will appear at a small size
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Choose an expression that fits the audience and publication context
Industry Contexts to Consider
FinanceConsultingLegalHealthcareTechnology
Corporate Headshot FAQs
What is the best background for corporate headshots?
Plain grey, white, or softly blurred office backgrounds are common because they keep attention on the person. Check your employer's brand and directory guidelines before choosing a background.
Should I smile in my corporate headshot?
Match the expression to the context. A small smile can feel approachable, while a neutral expression can feel more formal. Preview both at the size and crop where the portrait will appear.
Explore Other Styles
Compare illustrative directions before choosing what fits your context.
Creative Style Guide
A creative headshot direction can use color, composition, and lighting to express personality while keeping the face clear. This guide is for designers, artists, and creative professionals.
Casual Style Guide
A casual headshot direction pairs clear lighting and composition with less formal wardrobe and expression. It can suit startups, technology teams, and modern workplace profiles.
LinkedIn Style Guide
A LinkedIn headshot direction prioritizes a centered face, an uncluttered background, and a crop that stays clear at small sizes. It cannot guarantee profile views, messages, or job outcomes.
Executive Style Guide
An executive headshot direction uses composed framing, restrained styling, and a publication-ready crop. This guide helps CEOs, founders, and senior leaders plan that visual direction.
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