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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 for privacy reasons and we respect that.
Use this link to submit the following information to the Website Administrator:
Follow these guidelines to take your own profile photo.
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 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.
General Clothing Guidelines - 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 repeat 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 press your clothes before your session.
The Office of Communications offers drop-in sessions throughout the year, all over the campus. They use VOX Daily to notify the community of a drop-in session, which is another excellent reason to read VOX Daily.
You can contact Leslie Athena Kelton with any questions about the ITC Website.