Professional Portraits
A person using the professional photo booth
All University of Cincinnati students, regardless of means or college affiliation, can get a professional portrait to use on their LinkedIn profile, Handshake profile, and anywhere they need to present themselves professionally. Note, photos do not meet US passport photo requirements (ex. for OPT applications). Please check the State Department website for up-to-date passport photo requirements.
The photo booth is located in the Bearcat Promise Career Studio (Tangeman University Center Room 310).
How to Get a Professional Portrait
To get a professional portrait, the process is simple:
- Come professionally dressed to the Bearcat Promise Career Studio in Tangeman University Center (TUC) Room 310 during our walk-in hours.
- Fall and spring semesters: Drop-ins welcome during our walk-in hours.
- Summer term and between fall and spring semesters: Students must schedule a headshot appointment through Handshake.
- Sit for your portrait. Follow the on-screen prompts to provide your email address and accept the terms.
- Instantly receive your digital photos in your inbox.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, these photos may not be used as passport photos. They do not meet the standards for passport photos. Please check the U.S. Department of State website for current requirements.
No. These professional portraits are intended for LinkedIn, Handshake, and similar professional networking purposes only.
Portraits are free to current University of Cincinnati students, including graduate students.
It depends on the time of year:
- Fall and spring semesters: No, just come to the Career Studio in TUC 310 during our walk-in hours.
- Summer term and between fall and spring semesters: Yes, schedule a headshot appointment through Handshake: https://uc.joinhandshake.com/stu/appointments/new
You get three different shots.
The process takes about five minutes.
Watch this short video from IRIS Photo Booth to see how it works.
The photo booth is located in the Bearcat Promise Career Studio (Tangeman University Center Room 310).
Dress professionally. Generally, this means a dark-colored suit and solid-color shirt or blouse. For tips, see how to dress for an interview.
At this time, the photo booth is only available to current students, not alumni.
The photo booth is intended as a benefit for UC students. Faculty and staff are encouraged to hire a professional photographer to capture portraits for official use.