A LinkedIn headshot that actually looks like you.

LinkedIn profiles live or die on one small square. A holiday crop or a five-year-old wedding photo undersells you; a studio session costs real money and a free afternoon. Darkroom AI Studio sits in the middle: upload a handful of selfies, load the Boardroom pack, and render a corporate headshot — soft key light, charcoal backdrop, tailored wardrobe direction — in about 15 seconds.

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What a good LinkedIn headshot needs

Recruiters and clients read three things from your photo before they read a word: are you approachable, are you current, and do you look like your photo when you walk into the room. The Boardroom pack is built around exactly that — a large softbox key at 45°, a subtle hair light to separate you from the backdrop, and a calm, confident expression rather than a forced grin.

  • Soft, flattering key light — no harsh phone-flash shadows
  • Neutral charcoal backdrop that reads professional at thumbnail size
  • Wardrobe and expression briefed into the shot, not left to chance
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From selfie to headshot in three steps

Shoot or pick 2–6 clear photos of your face — a window and a phone camera is enough, and the reference photo guide has the full checklist. Run the free set check so the AI can flag any weak frames. Then open the studio with the Boardroom pack, adjust a word of the brief if you want — a warmer backdrop, a different collar — and render.

Each render is one credit. If the first look test isn't quite you, change the direction and shoot again; tweaking the brief is unlimited on every plan.

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Keep it honest

The best AI LinkedIn headshot is one your colleagues recognise. Stay close to your real age, hair and build — the model follows your reference photos, so current, honest inputs produce a photo you can actually stand behind in a meeting.

Questions

Asked and answered.

Will people be able to tell it's AI?

A good render reads as a well-lit studio photo, not a render — especially at LinkedIn's thumbnail size. Likeness depends on your reference set: sharp, varied, recent photos give the most convincing results.

What should I wear for the reference photos?

Whatever you like — wardrobe is set by the shot brief, not your selfies. The Boardroom pack briefs tailored, neutral clothing. Your reference photos just need to show your face clearly.

How much does a LinkedIn headshot cost?

One look test costs 1 credit. The free trial includes 5 credits with no card, so you can test several directions before paying anything. Pro is A$20/month for 100 credits.

Can I match my company's team-photo style?

Yes — describe the backdrop and lighting in the scene direction (for example 'light grey seamless, soft frontal key') and the AI will brief the shot to match. The ✨ AI Prompt Writer can help phrase it like a photographer.

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See it on your own face.

Five free credits, no card. Run the set check, load a pack, and render your first look test in about 15 seconds.