Your professional photo should communicate that you belong to your industry. A lawyer with a casual photo may seem unprofessional, while a designer with an ultra-formal photo may appear rigid. Here we explain what works in each sector.

Technology and Startups

The tech industry values innovation and accessibility. The style should be professional but not rigid.

• Recommended style: Casual Premium or Creative Modern
• Attire: Shirt without tie, turtleneck, smart casual
• Background: Neutral colors or slightly creative
• Expression: Approachable smile, direct gaze

In tech, an overly formal photo can make you seem disconnected from the innovation culture.

Finance and Banking

Trust and seriousness are fundamental. The style should convey that you handle money responsibly.

• Recommended style: Formal Executive
• Attire: Dark suit, light shirt, understated tie
• Background: Neutral gray or dark blue
• Expression: Serious but approachable, trustworthy

Healthcare and Medicine

Patients seek competence and warmth. Your photo should convey both qualities.

• Recommended style: Corporate Professional
• Attire: White coat or clean formal clothes
• Background: Light, preferably white or soft gray
• Expression: Warm and professional, moderate smile

Legal and Law

Authority and experience are key. Your image should inspire confidence in important cases.

• Recommended style: Formal Executive
• Attire: Formal suit, traditional dark colors
• Background: Neutral, serious tones
• Expression: Serious and trustworthy, direct gaze

Marketing and Advertising

Creativity and energy define your industry. Your photo should reflect that vitality.

• Recommended style: Creative Modern
• Attire: Smart casual, bolder colors allowed
• Background: Can include subtle creative elements
• Expression: Energetic, authentic smile

Education and Academia

Knowledge and accessibility are fundamental to connect with students and colleagues.

• Recommended style: Corporate Professional or Casual Premium
• Attire: Business casual, academic but approachable
• Background: Neutral, optional study environment
• Expression: Friendly, inviting to learn

Consulting

You need to project expertise and accessibility. Clients seek someone competent they can work with.

• Recommended style: Corporate Professional
• Attire: According to consulting niche
• Background: Professional and neutral
• Expression: Confident and approachable

How to Choose in AI Portrait Studio

AI Portrait Studio offers 4 styles designed to cover these needs:

• Corporate Professional: Finance, consulting, legal
• Creative Modern: Marketing, design, startups
• Casual Premium: Tech, coaching, education
• Formal Executive: C-level, banking, law