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Professional Headshots for CV and LinkedIn in Amsterdam | Expert Corporate Photography Guide

  • December 3, 2024
  • 9:15 pm

Should You Include a Professional Photo on Your CV in the Netherlands?

As Amsterdam’s leading corporate photography studio, we’re often asked about CV photos in the Dutch job market. Here’s your comprehensive guide from Business Photo NL, experts in professional headshots across the Randstad region.

LinkedIn Profile Photo Tips from Amsterdam’s Expert Photographer

✅ Professional Do’s:

  • High-quality headshot
  • Natural expression
  • Professional attire
  • Neutral background
  • Consistent personal brand

❌ Professional Don’t’s:

  • Selfies
  • Casual photos
  • Outdated images
  • Poor lighting
  • Distracting backgrounds

Dutch CV Photo Guidelines: What HR Professionals Say

While Dutch anti-discrimination laws mean photos aren’t required on CVs, our experience as professional corporate photographers in Amsterdam reveals an important trend:

✓ LinkedIn Reality Check:

  • Recruiters check LinkedIn profiles
  • Profiles with professional headshots receive 21x more views
  • First impressions form within 0.1 seconds online

Professional Headshots: The LinkedIn Advantage in the Netherlands

Why Your LinkedIn Profile Needs a Professional Photo

  1. Trust Building in Dutch Business Culture

    • 🤝 Increases connection acceptance rates
    • 💼 Enhances professional credibility
    • ✨ Creates immediate rapport

  2. Key Professional Sectors Requiring Photos

    • Client-facing roles
    • Leadership positions
    • Public speaking professionals
    • Sales representatives
    • Consulting services

The LinkedIn Profile Photo Impact

⚡ When profiles lack photos:

  • Reduced connection requests
  • Lower engagement rates
  • Missed professional opportunities
  • Decreased trust signals

Professional Corporate Photography Amsterdam: Making the Right Choice

Why Choose Business Photo NL for Your Professional Headshots?

  1. Expert Corporate Photographer Services

    • We offer several options with different locations
    • Serving the entire Randstad region
    • Natural, confident results

  2. Our Unique Photography Approach

    • “From ‘I’m not photogenic’ to ‘I look fantastic!'”
    • Comfortable, relaxed environment
    • Professional guidance
    • Perfect for LinkedIn and CV use

  3. Corporate Photography Packages

    • LinkedIn Profile Photos
    • CV Headshots
    • Professional Portraits
    • Executive Headshots
    • Team Photography

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January 26, 2024

I'm a terrible alarmist when it comes to taking photos. Especially if it's a business... read more portrait. My experience with Marfa has shown that this process can be not only productive, but also fun and relaxed. Her funny faces and jokes helped me relax and enjoy the process. The quality of the photos is 100% - in them I am me. Thank you, Marfa! I will definitely come again.

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    I would like to share my impressions of the photoshoot with professional photographer Marfa. It... read more was an unforgettable experience that left me with many positive emotions. The communication with Marfa during the photoshoot was very pleasant. She paid great attention to my wishes and ideas that I wanted to convey in the photos. She also offered her own ideas and concepts, which added many interesting options to the photoshoot. Marfa was very professional and created a comfortable atmosphere. She helped me relax and feel confident in front of the camera. This is highly valuable! She skillfully used light and colors to create beautiful compositions and moods in the photos. I am very satisfied with my photoshoot with Marfa and happily recommend her as a professional photographer. She has the talent and ability to create unique images that will leave you in awe. I am confident that I will turn to her again in the future for other photoshoots.

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    January 26, 2024

  • I had the chance to meet Marfa during the Express headshot + Talent acquisition consultation... read more and get some new pictures for my CV and Linkedin profile and some practical tips about how to boost my visibility and networking on Linkedin. Not only I got useful tips and beautiful pics, but I even spent a very good moment with interesting conversations. Maria makes everything to make you feel at ease since the very first moment and makes sure that you have real fun during the whole experience!

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    It's my second time working with Marfa for business portraits. She prepares you well for... read more the photo shoot, listens to what you want to achieve, and has a way of making people feel at ease during the session. This is important when working with a photographer. She also checks in and shows you some results during the shot to make sure that you'll be happy with your images later. Post-production and retouching of the selected images are enhancements resulting in authentic results that are of high quality and look professional. I recommend her and her services.

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