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How AI can turn selfies into professional headshots for job applicants

This article was created by StackCommerce. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through our links on this page. Article content First, AI started writing resumes. Now, it's reimagining how professionals look on them. A new-wave tool is helping job seekers skip the studio and generate polished, professional headshots using only casual selfies — no appointments, no makeup and no triple-digit invoice. Article content Article content Article content ResumePhoto AI headshot generator will make it look like you splurged on traditional headshots, but all you really did was upload a few selfies, choose a background and outfit and paste it on your resume and LinkedIn profile. The cost? Just $49 for the ability to create up to 120 headshots with full commercial rights. Plus, unlike many other AI tools out there, you'll actually look like yourself with ResumePhoto AI. Article content Customized headshots in minutes Article content The process is refreshingly simple. All you need are eight or so well-lit selfies taken on your phone. For best results, use recent photos with your face clearly visible, no heavy filters, hats or sunglasses. A mix of angles and expressions helps the AI better learn your facial features. Article content Once uploaded, you can customize your AI-generated headshots with different outfits — think blazers, button-downs and other work-ready looks — along with realistic backgrounds like office settings or neutral studio-style backdrops. It's ideal whether you're aiming for corporate, creative or casual-professional vibes. The AI processes your uploads quickly, returning results in a few minutes. Article content Hiring a professional photographer for headshots typically costs anywhere from $100 to $500 in Canada, not including edits or usage rights. ResumePhoto gives you up to 120 high-res headshots with commercial usage included and no need to book a session or wait days for retouching. Article content For freelancers, job seekers, realtors and professionals who need updated headshots regularly, it's a budget-friendly and time-saving upgrade. AI may not replace your next interview, but it might just help you land one. Article content