Commercial headshots are designed to appeal to the advertising industry. The purpose of a commercial is to promote a product to a specific demographic. In your commercial headshot, you really want to consider what demographic you fall into. It’s important for the personality types in commercials to be easily identifiable since there are only a few seconds to connect with the viewer. Are you the upscale luxury car driver or the college student compact car driver? What is your authentic age range? Are you the stylish hipster phone commercial type or the nerdy, quirky office type? As always, you want to show unique qualities in your headshot. But keep in mind, commercial headshots are really about that broader appeal.

Beginning actors always ask- What is a Theatrical headshot. Thanks to Backstage here is a great definition. “Theatrical headshots are geared toward being cast in plays, TV shows, and films. In theatrical headshots, you really want to see the layers of an actor's personality. Generally speaking, theatrical headshots show a little more emotional depth than a commercial headshot.” Backstage.com

Each actor can add to this description. Your theatrical headshot should be impactful, powerful, and authentically YOU!