{"id":6839,"date":"2026-10-17T02:00:24","date_gmt":"2026-10-17T02:00:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/?p=6839"},"modified":"2026-10-17T02:00:24","modified_gmt":"2026-10-17T02:00:24","slug":"chup-anh-profile-linkedin-chuan-sai-lam-cach-sua","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/en\/chup-anh-profile-linkedin-chuan-sai-lam-cach-sua\/","title":{"rendered":"The right LinkedIn profile photo: Common mistakes &#038; how to fix them"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>On LinkedIn, people see your face before they read your experience. A small, circular frame carries the whole first impression. That's why <strong>LinkedIn profile photography<\/strong> isn't a matter of &#8220;any photo will do&#8221;. It's a choice about how you want to be seen.<\/p>\n<p>This article goes straight to the most common mistakes, how to fix each one, and the standards of a professional LinkedIn photo. At the end you'll find the process and pricing if you'd like to shoot at K-BLACK Studio, Vinhomes Grand Park, Thu Duc City.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large kb-fig\" style=\"max-width:520px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_1611-1025x1536.jpg\" alt=\"Ch\u1ee5p \u1ea3nh profile LinkedIn chuy\u00ean nghi\u1ec7p: n\u1eef m\u1eb7c blazer navy, s\u01a1 mi tr\u1eafng, hai tay \u0111an tr\u01b0\u1edbc b\u1ee5ng, c\u01b0\u1eddi m\u1ec9m tr\u00ean n\u1ec1n tr\u01a1n\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1798\" style=\"border-radius:10px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_1611-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_1611-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_1611-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_1611-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_1611.jpg 1034w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption>Dark blazer, plain background, direct gaze \u2013 the safe formula for a LinkedIn photo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Why your LinkedIn profile photo matters for your career<\/h2>\n<p>LinkedIn is where recruiters, partners and clients judge you before ever meeting you. They scroll fast. Your profile photo decides whether they stop or keep scrolling.<\/p>\n<p>A polished photo says a lot on your behalf:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>You take your career seriously<\/strong> \u2013 investing in your image is investing in your work.<\/li>\n<li><strong>You're approachable<\/strong> \u2013 a direct gaze and a measured smile build trust.<\/li>\n<li><strong>You fit your profession<\/strong> \u2013 wardrobe and photo style match the role you're aiming for.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Conversely, a blurry, poorly lit photo or one cropped from a holiday snap can get even the strongest profile underrated at first glance.<\/p>\n<h2>5 common mistakes in LinkedIn profile photos<\/h2>\n<p>Most &#8220;not quite right&#8221; LinkedIn photos fall into a few recurring mistakes. Spotting the mistake is half the fix.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Using a selfie or a photo cropped from a group shot<\/h3>\n<p>Selfies often distort the face because of a wide-angle lens at close range. Photos cropped from parties or group shots lose sharpness and show the shoulder of the person beside you. <strong>The fix:<\/strong> use a photo taken specifically for the purpose, with someone else holding the camera at a suitable distance.<\/p>\n<h3>2. A busy background that pulls focus from your face<\/h3>\n<p>Living rooms, coffee shops, beaches \u2013 they all draw the viewer's eye away from the subject. <strong>The fix:<\/strong> choose a plain background in a neutral tone such as grey, ivory or pale blue, so your face is the only point of attention.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Harsh light or too little light<\/h3>\n<p>Direct sunlight casts shadows under the eyes and nose. Dark rooms make skin look dull and photos grainy. <strong>The fix:<\/strong> favour soft light coming from the front at a slight angle, bright enough to see your eyes clearly.<\/p>\n<h3>4. Clothing that doesn't fit your profession<\/h3>\n<p>A patterned T-shirt for a finance role, or a stiff suit for a creative field \u2013 both feel off-key. <strong>The fix:<\/strong> dress as you would to meet the most important partner in your industry.<\/p>\n<h3>5. A photo that's too old or over-edited<\/h3>\n<p>A photo from five years ago, or skin as smooth as a wax figure, both leave people you meet in person thinking you &#8220;don't look the same&#8221;. <strong>The fix:<\/strong> update your photo when your appearance changes noticeably, and keep edits natural \u2013 clean skin, balanced colour, your true features intact.<\/p>\n<h2>The right LinkedIn profile photo: composition, background, lighting, wardrobe<\/h2>\n<p>A <strong>proper LinkedIn profile photo<\/strong> doesn't need to be elaborate. It needs to get a few core points right.<\/p>\n<h3>Composition<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>When posting to LinkedIn, crop square from head to chest so your face fills most of the circular frame.<\/li>\n<li>When shooting, go wider \u2013 half-body or 3\/4 body \u2013 so you can crop flexibly for LinkedIn, CVs and websites. The sample photos in this article are all framed wide like this.<\/li>\n<li>Eyes looking straight into the lens, head tilted slightly and naturally, shoulders relaxed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Background and lighting<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>A plain, single-colour background that contrasts with your clothing: dark tops on light backgrounds, light tops on grey.<\/li>\n<li>Soft, even light on the face, with a touch of depth so the face doesn't look flat.<\/li>\n<li>Natural skin tones, without yellow or blue casts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large kb-fig\" style=\"max-width:520px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_0202-1073x1536.jpg\" alt=\"\u1ea2nh LinkedIn chuy\u00ean nghi\u1ec7p: nam \u0111eo k\u00ednh, vest \u0111en, s\u01a1 mi tr\u1eafng, c\u00e0 v\u1ea1t s\u1ecdc navy, m\u1ed9t tay ch\u1ec9nh c\u00e0 v\u1ea1t, tay kia \u0111\u00fat t\u00fai qu\u1ea7n tr\u00ean n\u1ec1n tr\u01a1n s\u00e1ng\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1719\" style=\"border-radius:10px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_0202-1073x1536.jpg 1073w, https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_0202-210x300.jpg 210w, https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_0202-715x1024.jpg 715w, https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_0202-768x1100.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_0202.jpg 1107w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption>Black suit, navy striped tie \u2013 refined, suited to finance and management<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Wardrobe and expression<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Solid colours: navy, grey, black, white \u2013 safe and elegant. Avoid small, dense patterns that create visual noise.<\/li>\n<li>Suits and blazers for finance, law and management; shirts or band-collar tops for creative and tech fields.<\/li>\n<li>A gentle smile, eyes slightly narrowed \u2013 smiling with your eyes. Too serious feels distant; too broad a smile loses professionalism.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>A LinkedIn-specific checklist before posting<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Preview it in the small circle on your phone:<\/strong> most viewers see your photo at a very small size. If your face is still recognisable at that size, the photo works.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Upload a square, high-resolution image:<\/strong> crop it square yourself before uploading to control where your face sits and stop LinkedIn cropping it off-centre.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Match your banner image:<\/strong> your profile photo and cover image should share the same tone and spirit so the profile looks seamless.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you have time, shoot a few variations: standing and seated, with and without a tie. A versatile set works for LinkedIn, your CV, the company website and capability statements alike.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large kb-fig\" style=\"max-width:520px;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_0464-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Bi\u1ebfn th\u1ec3 \u1ea3nh profile LinkedIn: nam m\u1eb7c vest x\u00e1m xanh, s\u01a1 mi tr\u1eafng m\u1edf c\u1ed5 kh\u00f4ng c\u00e0 v\u1ea1t, ng\u1ed3i gh\u1ebf v\u1eaft ch\u00e2n, c\u01b0\u1eddi nh\u1eb9\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" style=\"border-radius:10px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_0464-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_0464-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_0464-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_0464.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption>Tie off, seated pose \u2013 same person, a more relaxed feel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Why shoot your LinkedIn photo professionally in a studio<\/h2>\n<p>You could ask a friend to shoot it on a phone. But the elements that make a <strong>professional LinkedIn photo<\/strong> \u2013 lighting, background, camera angle, posing \u2013 are hard to control all at once outside a studio.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Controlled lighting:<\/strong> independent of weather or time of day.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Clean, uniform background:<\/strong> true to the minimalist spirit of a profile photo.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Someone directing your pose:<\/strong> most people unused to standing in front of a camera go stiff in the hands and face \u2013 you need someone looking from behind the camera to adjust.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Retouching done right:<\/strong> clean skin, balanced colour, yet still you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you're still torn between the two options, the article <a href=\"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/en\/chup-anh-ngoai-canh-hay-studio\/\">outdoor or studio photography<\/a> will help you compare more clearly. For LinkedIn photos, a studio is usually the easiest option to control.<\/p>\n<h2>The LinkedIn profile photo process at K-BLACK<\/h2>\n<p>K-BLACK Studio is located at M3-06 Manhattan Glory, Vinhomes Grand Park \u2013 convenient for anyone looking for <strong>LinkedIn photography in Thu Duc<\/strong>. A clean, clear process so you can focus on looking your most confident.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Book:<\/strong> via the online booking page or message Zalo 0367 277 935. The studio is open 8:30 \u2013 17:30 daily; outside these hours, please book in advance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prepare your outfits:<\/strong> bring the number of outfits matching your chosen package, favouring solid colours that suit your profession.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Makeup:<\/strong> the basic, advanced and premium packages include a makeup layout (the premium package includes 2 makeup layouts). For the CV Package, contact us for advice.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tethered shooting:<\/strong> photos appear live on a large screen the moment the shutter fires. You review, give feedback and adjust your pose on the spot.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Colour approval before payment:<\/strong> you review and approve the colour right on screen, and only pay once you are happy.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large kb-fig\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/DSCF9791-1536x1024.jpg\" alt=\"H\u1eadu tr\u01b0\u1eddng ch\u1ee5p \u1ea3nh profile LinkedIn t\u1ea1i K-BLACK: kh\u00e1ch v\u00e0 \u00ea-k\u00edp xem \u1ea3nh tr\u1ef1c ti\u1ebfp tr\u00ean m\u00e0n h\u00ecnh d\u1ecdc l\u1edbn trong studio\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" style=\"border-radius:10px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/DSCF9791-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/DSCF9791-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/DSCF9791-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/DSCF9791-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kblack.vn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/DSCF9791.jpg 1932w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption>Tethered shooting \u2013 see photos instantly on a large screen and approve colour before payment<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Details of each package and real photos are on the <a href=\"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/en\/thong-tin-goi-chup-anh-profile-ca-nhan\/\">personal profile photography service<\/a> page.<\/p>\n<h2>Reference prices<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Package<\/th>\n<th>Price<\/th>\n<th>Includes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>CV package<\/td>\n<td>300,000 VND<\/td>\n<td>CV photos, job applications, LinkedIn profile pictures \u00b7 Options: extra retouching 50,000 VND \u00b7 outfit rental 50,000 VND<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Basic package<\/td>\n<td>1,500,000 VND<\/td>\n<td>1 layout \u00b7 1 hour of shooting \u00b7 1 outfit \u00b7 1 makeup look \u00b7 10 retouched photos<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Advanced package<\/td>\n<td>2,000,000 VND<\/td>\n<td>2 layouts \u00b7 1.5 hours of shooting \u00b7 2 outfits \u00b7 1 makeup look \u00b7 15 retouched photos<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Premium package<\/td>\n<td>3,000,000 VND<\/td>\n<td>2 layouts \u00b7 2 hours of shooting \u00b7 3 outfits \u00b7 2 makeup looks \u00b7 20 retouched photos<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Need photos for a whole department or team? See also the <a href=\"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/en\/chup-anh-doanh-nghiep-profile-cong-ty\/\">team and corporate profile photography<\/a> service for a consistent photo set across the whole company.<\/p>\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<h3>Which package should I choose for LinkedIn photos?<\/h3>\n<p>Need 1 profile picture for LinkedIn or your CV: CV Package 300,000 VND. Need photos with makeup and more choices: the basic package. Need a set for your CV, website and capability statements with multiple variations \u2013 standing and seated, formal and relaxed: the advanced or premium package.<\/p>\n<h3>What should I wear for a LinkedIn profile photo?<\/h3>\n<p>Favour solid colours such as navy, grey, black and white that suit your industry's style. Avoid busy patterns, large logos and wrinkled clothing. If you choose the CV Package and don't have a suit, you can rent an outfit for 50,000 VND.<\/p>\n<h3>Do I need to do my own makeup before coming?<\/h3>\n<p>Not for the basic, advanced and premium packages \u2013 they include a makeup layout. Just arrive with a clean face and neatly washed, dried hair. For the CV Package, message us on Zalo for advice before the shoot.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I see the photos before paying?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. K-BLACK shoots tethered; photos appear on a large screen as they're taken, and you approve colour before payment.<\/p>\n<p>At K-BLACK, every profile shoot \u2013 even a single LinkedIn photo \u2013 follows the same standard:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>If we do something at all, we go beyond expectations.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Your profile photo works for you every day on LinkedIn. Let it do the job well. <a href=\"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/en\/dat-lich-chup-profile\/\">Book a LinkedIn profile shoot at K-BLACK<\/a> or message Zalo <a href=\"https:\/\/zalo.me\/0367277935\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">0367 277 935<\/a> for advice on the right package.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u1ea2nh \u0111\u1ea1i di\u1ec7n l\u00e0 th\u1ee9 \u0111\u1ea7u ti\u00ean ng\u01b0\u1eddi kh\u00e1c th\u1ea5y tr\u00ean h\u1ed3 s\u01a1 LinkedIn c\u1ee7a b\u1ea1n. B\u00e0i vi\u1ebft ch\u1ec9 ra 5 sai l\u1ea7m hay g\u1eb7p, chu\u1ea9n m\u1ef1c v\u00e0 checklist ri\u00eang cho LinkedIn \u0111\u1ec3 \u1ea3nh profile \u0111\u00fang, \u0111\u1eb9p, \u0111\u00e1ng tin.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6838,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[22,7],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6839","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-bai-viet-moi","category-bai-viet-moi-2"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6839","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6839"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6839\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6838"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6839"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6839"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/kblack.vn\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6839"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}