LinkedIn Headshot Rater
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What this tool does
A strong LinkedIn headshot should read “competent and trustworthy” in under one second. This tool flags anything that hurts credibility and gives a simple retake checklist.
Face is well-lit and evenly exposed (no dramatic shadows).
Background is neutral and uncluttered (no posters, kitchen, bedroom).
Eye contact feels direct; eyes are sharp and visible.
Grooming is intentional (hair, facial hair, lint, flyaways).
Outfit matches your industry baseline (smart casual to formal).
Crop is head-and-shoulders; not too wide, not too tight.
Smile is natural and friendly, not exaggerated.
Color and contrast look realistic (no heavy filters).
How to use (get better results)
Follow these steps to increase feedback accuracy.
Upload your current LinkedIn headshot (or your best candidate).
If you have two options, upload both and compare notes.
Retake near a window with the light in front of you.
Use a clean wall background or a simple office backdrop.
Set the camera at eye level, slightly above if needed.
Aim for a relaxed smile and steady eye contact.
Implement the top 3 fixes and reshoot once.
Scoring rubric (how we judge a good photo)
Each dimension maps to actionable improvements.
Trust
Open expression, eye contact, no weird angles.
Professionalism
Grooming and outfit align with role.
Lighting
Even, flattering exposure; no harsh shadows.
Background
Neutral, clean, distraction-free.
Framing
Classic head-and-shoulders composition.
Polish
Natural color, sharpness, and consistency.
Do / Don't
Quick pitfalls checklist for faster improvements.
- Use a neutral background and remove visual clutter.
- Wear one solid color top (less pattern noise).
- Light your face from the front (window or soft light).
- Keep shoulders relaxed and posture tall.
- Choose a friendly, professional micro-smile.
- Crop to head-and-shoulders; keep eyes near the top third.
- Retouch lightly (lint, stray hair), not facial structure.
- Don’t use dramatic side lighting like a movie poster.
- Don’t use party/travel backgrounds.
- Don’t wear overly flashy accessories that steal attention.
- Don’t over-filter with heavy skin smoothing.
- Don’t shoot from below or with wide-lens selfie distortion.
- Don’t crop too wide (you become unrecognizable in feeds).
- Don’t use a low-res image pulled from a group shot.
Who it's for
Job seekers refreshing LinkedIn and resume profiles.
Founders and sales people who need instant trust.
Professionals switching industries and repositioning.
Anyone whose current headshot feels “casual” or outdated.
People who want a clear retake plan, not vague feedback.
Teams standardizing headshots for a company page.
Who it's not for
- If you’re optimizing for dating or social vibe (use those tools).
- If the photo is intentionally artistic/dark and you want that style.
- If you want wardrobe shopping advice beyond quick swaps.
- If your image is a group photo or selfie with heavy distortion.
- If you need strict passport compliance checks.
- If you can’t retake and only want editing instructions.
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FAQ
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Upload one photo, switch personas, and iterate fast.