6 Professional Headshot AI Prompts That Actually Work

I found myself needing different styles of professional headshots for various contexts, so I've been experimenting with AI image generation prompts. These have been working surprisingly well for creating polished, professional photos. Thought I'd share what's been working:

1. Corporate Executive Look
Perfect for LinkedIn profiles, executive bios, or formal business presentations

Edit this image. I need a professional, high-resolution, profile photo, maintaining the exact facial structure, identity, and key features of the person in the input image. The subject is framed from the chest up, with ample headroom and negative space above their head, ensuring the top of their head is not cropped. The person looks directly at the camera with a confident, authoritative expression, and the subject's body is positioned at a slight 3/4 angle to the camera. They are styled for a professional photo studio shoot, wearing a premium navy business suit with a crisp white dress shirt and understated tie. The background is a solid '#141414' neutral studio. Shot from a high angle with bright and airy soft, diffused studio lighting, gently illuminating the face and creating a subtle catchlight in the eyes, conveying a sense of authority and leadership. Captured on an 85mm f/1.8 lens with a shallow depth of field, exquisite focus on the eyes, and beautiful, soft bokeh. Observe crisp detail on the fabric texture of the suit, individual strands of hair, and natural, realistic skin texture. The atmosphere exudes confidence, professionalism, and executive presence. Clean and bright cinematic color grading with subtle warmth and balanced tones, ensuring a polished and contemporary feel.

2. Creative Professional Vibe
Great for creative portfolios, design agencies, or artistic professional profiles

Edit this image. I need a professional, high-resolution, profile photo, maintaining the exact facial structure, identity, and key features of the person in the input image. The subject is framed from the chest up, with ample headroom and negative space above their head, ensuring the top of their head is not cropped. The person looks directly at the camera with a warm, creative expression, and the subject's body is positioned at a subtle angle with one shoulder slightly forward. They are styled for a professional photo studio shoot, wearing a well-fitted black turtleneck with a contemporary texture. The background is a solid '#141414' neutral studio. Shot from a high angle with bright and airy soft, diffused studio lighting, gently illuminating the face and creating a subtle catchlight in the eyes, conveying a sense of artistic vision and innovation. Captured on an 85mm f/1.8 lens with a shallow depth of field, exquisite focus on the eyes, and beautiful, soft bokeh. Observe crisp detail on the fabric texture of the turtleneck, individual strands of hair, and natural, realistic skin texture. The atmosphere exudes confidence, creativity, and artistic professionalism. Clean and bright cinematic color grading with subtle warmth and balanced tones, ensuring a polished and contemporary feel.

3. Tech Entrepreneur Style
Ideal for startup founders, tech company profiles, or modern business contexts

Edit this image. I need a professional, high-resolution, profile photo, maintaining the exact facial structure, identity, and key features of the person in the input image. The subject is framed from the chest up, with ample headroom and negative space above their head, ensuring the top of their head is not cropped. The person looks directly at the camera with a relaxed, approachable expression, and the subject's body is casually positioned with a slight lean. They are styled for a professional photo studio shoot, wearing a modern henley shirt in heather gray with rolled sleeves. The background is a solid '#141414' neutral studio. Shot from a high angle with bright and airy soft, diffused studio lighting, gently illuminating the face and creating a subtle catchlight in the eyes, conveying a sense of innovation and accessibility. Captured on an 85mm f/1.8 lens with a shallow depth of field, exquisite focus on the eyes, and beautiful, soft bokeh. Observe crisp detail on the fabric texture of the henley, individual strands of hair, and natural, realistic skin texture. The atmosphere exudes confidence, innovation, and modern professionalism. Clean and bright cinematic color grading with subtle warmth and balanced tones, ensuring a polished and contemporary feel.

4. Healthcare Professional Look
Perfect for medical practices, healthcare websites, or professional medical profiles

Edit this image. I need a professional, high-resolution, profile photo, maintaining the exact facial structure, identity, and key features of the person in the input image. The subject is framed from the chest up, with ample headroom and negative space above their head, ensuring the top of their head is not cropped. The person looks directly at the camera with a trustworthy, compassionate expression, and the subject's body is positioned directly facing the camera with excellent posture. They are styled for a professional photo studio shoot, wearing a crisp white medical coat over a light blue collared shirt. The background is a solid '#141414' neutral studio. Shot from a high angle with bright and airy soft, diffused studio lighting, gently illuminating the face and creating a subtle catchlight in the eyes, conveying a sense of expertise and care. Captured on an 85mm f/1.8 lens with a shallow depth of field, exquisite focus on the eyes, and beautiful, soft bokeh. Observe crisp detail on the fabric texture of the medical coat, individual strands of hair, and natural, realistic skin texture. The atmosphere exudes confidence, trustworthiness, and medical professionalism. Clean and bright cinematic color grading with subtle warmth and balanced tones, ensuring a polished and contemporary feel.

5. Academic/Consultant Style
Great for university profiles, consulting websites, or thought leadership content

Edit this image. I need a professional, high-resolution, profile photo, maintaining the exact facial structure, identity, and key features of the person in the input image. The subject is framed from the chest up, with ample headroom and negative space above their head, ensuring the top of their head is not cropped. The person looks directly at the camera with a thoughtful, intellectual expression, and the subject's body is positioned with a slight thoughtful tilt. They are styled for a professional photo studio shoot, wearing a classic tweed sport coat over a cream-colored sweater. The background is a solid '#141414' neutral studio. Shot from a high angle with bright and airy soft, diffused studio lighting, gently illuminating the face and creating a subtle catchlight in the eyes, conveying a sense of wisdom and expertise. Captured on an 85mm f/1.8 lens with a shallow depth of field, exquisite focus on the eyes, and beautiful, soft bokeh. Observe crisp detail on the fabric texture of the tweed, individual strands of hair, and natural, realistic skin texture. The atmosphere exudes confidence, intellectual authority, and academic professionalism. Clean and bright cinematic color grading with subtle warmth and balanced tones, ensuring a polished and contemporary feel.

6. Sales/Client-Facing Professional
Excellent for sales teams, customer service roles, or client-facing business profiles

Edit this image. I need a professional, high-resolution, profile photo, maintaining the exact facial structure, identity, and key features of the person in the input image. The subject is framed from the chest up, with ample headroom and negative space above their head, ensuring the top of their head is not cropped. The person looks directly at the camera with a warm, welcoming smile, and the subject's body is positioned with an open, approachable stance. They are styled for a professional photo studio shoot, wearing a smart business casual cardigan in charcoal over a white blouse. The background is a solid '#141414' neutral studio. Shot from a high angle with bright and airy soft, diffused studio lighting, gently illuminating the face and creating a subtle catchlight in the eyes, conveying a sense of warmth and reliability. Captured on an 85mm f/1.8 lens with a shallow depth of field, exquisite focus on the eyes, and beautiful, soft bokeh. Observe crisp detail on the fabric texture of the cardigan, individual strands of hair, and natural, realistic skin texture. The atmosphere exudes confidence, approachability, and professional warmth. Clean and bright cinematic color grading with subtle warmth and balanced tones, ensuring a polished and contemporary feel.


Simple tip: The key is being super specific about lighting, camera settings, and the exact mood you want. Also, that #141414 background color has been consistently giving me the cleanest results.

Anyone else been experimenting with professional headshot prompts? Would love to see what's working for others!

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