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Headshot Events

Headshot Events are a simple but high-impact offering that help students get professional-quality photos for their LinkedIn profiles, portfolios, and resumes. They’re easy to organize and always well-received, especially by students preparing for co-op or job applications.

At these events, a volunteer photographer sets up in a booked room and takes headshots for any students who attend.

🧩 How It Works​

  • A photographer volunteer brings their camera, lighting, and backdrop equipment.
  • We book a room with enough space to set up a backdrop and lights, and allow for a line to form intuitively near the door or hallway.
  • All final photos are uploaded to a Nextcloud folder after the event, which is then shared in our Discord server so students can download their headshots.

⚠️ Things to Consider​

Ensure White Balance & Lighting Are Properly Set​

The photographer should assume that most students will not edit their photos.

If you're using a white backdrop, it's important that:

  • The white background is actually white in the final photo — not grey or beige.
  • Lighting is even and neutral, with no color cast from the room or equipment.
  • You perform test shots and adjustments before attendees start arriving.

A poorly lit or poorly balanced photo can make an otherwise great headshot unusable for students — so taking the time to get this right is crucial.