A press kit headshot ready for any publication
When a journalist asks for your headshot, you've got about 30 minutes before they move on to the next source. Sending a selfie kills the placement. Sending a real headshot — at print resolution — gets you in the article.
HeadshotCam gives you a press-kit-ready photo from a single selfie, in under 15 seconds. High-res, no watermark, multiple style variations so you can hand over a folder instead of one photo.
Founders, authors, and creators keep these on file so the next press request goes out same-day.
Strong & Confident
5-15s
typical generation time
Fast enough to test a press kit headshot look before you update the profile or document.
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top styles
Recommended from Foundations, Foundations, Foundations for this use case.
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practical checks
Crop, wardrobe, background, and platform-specific tips before you publish.
Best for press kit headshot
- People searching for ai headshot for press kit who need one credible image instead of a full studio shoot.
- Press Kit Headshot updates where the face needs to stay recognizable and the background needs to look intentional.
- Profiles, bios, applications, and placements where a casual selfie would quietly lower trust.
Example prompts and top picks
Strong & Confident: Blazer And Blouse, solid dark blue backdrop, three point lighting lighting, leader expression expression.
Polished & Pro: Business Suit No Tie, gradient background backdrop, soft studio lighting, confident smile expression.
Creative & Bold: Turtleneck, exposed brick backdrop, dramatic rembrandt lighting, pensive thoughtful expression.
Why HeadshotCam works for press kit headshot
Print-resolution output
Big enough for magazine print and newspaper bylines, not just web thumbnails.
Multiple styles in one batch
Generate corporate, creative, and casual takes so editors can pick what fits their layout.
No watermarks, ever
Send the file straight to the journalist. No logos to crop out, no licensing surprises.
Edit with words
Switch to a black-and-white version, change to a white background — all without re-shooting.
Recommended styles
The styles that work best for press kit headshot.
Tips
- 1 Always send three options — color, black-and-white, and a tighter crop. Editors love choice.
- 2 Include both horizontal and vertical crops. Print and web layouts have different needs.
- 3 Name files clearly: 'Firstname-Lastname-headshot-color.jpg'. Editors hate guessing.
- 4 Keep a folder ready with multiple styles so you can answer requests in minutes.
- 5 Refresh the kit yearly — outdated photos in a 2026 article scream lazy.
FAQs
What resolution do journalists actually want?
At least 300 DPI for print — that's roughly 1500x2000 pixels. Our high-res output covers that with room to spare.
Can I use AI photos for press?
Yes, as long as it clearly looks like you. Most outlets care that the photo is recognizable and yours to use — they don't audit how it was shot.
Do I need black-and-white versions?
Some print outlets still run B&W. Use edit-with-words to convert any color shot to black-and-white in one prompt.
What if a publication wants me in a specific outfit?
Edit-with-words handles wardrobe swaps. Type 'navy blazer with white shirt' and the photo updates without changing your face.
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Ready when you are
Skip the studio. Pro headshots in seconds, from one selfie.