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What: We Need Your Updated Photo and Information for the ITC People Page
Who: All ITC Employees
How: By completing this form, you will have the opportunity to share the following:
- Preferred Pronouns
- LinkedIn Public Profile URL
- Nickname
- Opportunity to Upload a Professional Photo
- Opportunity to Request your Dartmouth Professional Photo If You Had it Taken on February 5, 2025
More Info:
No, you are not required to have a photo on the ITC website. We understand that some people may not feel comfortable sharing a personal photo online due to privacy reasons and we respect that.
You can use an avatar, a landscape, or a pet photo. We ask that they are high resolution, and simple, complex images can be distracting on a "people page"
Follow these guidelines to take your own profile photo
General Guidelines on What to Wear - These are just guidelines, not expectations.
- Dress professionally and neatly
- Avoid any non-Dartmouth branded clothing
- Dartmouth-branded clothing always looks great in photos
- Avoid t-shirts and overly casual clothing
- Avoid older or worn-out clothing - the camera picks up everything
- Ensure your hair is well-groomed
Fit
- Well-fitted clothing looks more polished and professional
- Ill-fitting clothes can detract from your appearance
Color
- Solid colors are generally better than busy patterns
- Do not wear lines that are repeating very closely, the camera gets confused
- Dark shades are slimming
- Dartmouth Green is a favorite
- Choose colors that contrast with your skin tone
Neckline
- A well-fitted button-down shirt or blouse with a structured collar looks amazing
- V-necks are also flattering
Accessories
- Simple jewelry can enhance your look without being distracting
- Avoid excessive accessories
Wrinkles
- High-resolution cameras magnify wrinkles, so you should press your clothes before your session
Lighting
- Use natural light from a window, avoiding direct sunlight, which creates harsh shadows
- Position yourself so the light falls softly on your face
- Consider using a diffuser to soften the light further
Background
- Choose a plain, uncluttered wall as your background
- Ensure the background is not too bright or too dark compared to your face
Camera Settings
- Use your camera's portrait mode to blur the background
- Adjust the camera angle to find the most flattering perspective
Posing
- For the ITC website, we ask that the photo be a headshot only, not a full body or group photo.
- Experiment with slight head turns to find your best side
- Maintain a confident posture with relaxed shoulders
- Practice different facial expressions, including a natural smile
Taking the Photo
- Take multiple photos with different expressions and angles to choose the best one
- Focus on your eyes to ensure they are sharp
- Check your photos on a computer screen to assess lighting and composition
Submitting the Photo and Other "People Page' Information