How do I create a good profile picture?

First impression counts, and you only get one chance to make a good first impression. Studies show that having a good profile picture increases the chances of your profile being opened by 7 times! Your photo will not only help students trust you, but it will also tell them something about your personality.

Follow our simple tips and take a profile picture that shows the best version of yourself.

Good examples

Frame

You should be the only subject of the photo. This means no objects, sunglasses, hats, group shots, or photos of you with your family or pets. Use a head-to-shoulders or head-to-waist frame to be recognizable. Avoid full body shots.

Friendly and professional

Make eye contact, smile and dress appropriately.

Background

Simple, single color background or background in a classroom/teaching setting is a good pick. Make sure the background is not distracting.

Light

Natural light is the best option. Your face should not look dark.

Focus

The background could be slightly out of focus but not your face.

Bad examples

Technical guidelines

Files must be less than 5 MB. Allowed file types: png, gif, jpg, jpeg.