Portrait ideas for Las Vegas Cocktail Waitress client.

[gen_b.]

<p>One of my clients (family member) is applying for a job as a cocktail waitress at some of the major Vegas casinos, and needs to include a 'headshot'.<br /> <br /> The issue is that I'm not quite sure what style of a headshot would be appropriate. I try to abstain from traditional b/w chair-and-backdrop set-ups and prefer more creativity, but don't want to hurt her chances at getting the position or anything.<br /> <br /> Would a nightclub/slow synch style be appropriate? <br /> Or an outdoor portrait (maybe at night in front of Vegas lights, or during the day somewhere in the city)? <br /> Or would a non-descript headshot exude more professionalism?<br /> <br /> What do you all think? Opinions greatly appreciated.</p>

[mark_chartrand]

<p>Gen,</p>

<p>I would think they are after a well focused and well lit shot that shows the girl's face, make-up and hair at their best. I wouldn't think they would care what the background is. Just don't make it something that draws attention away the your subject. Bright Vegas lights in the background may not be a very good idea for a headshot.</p>

<p>Mark</p>

[allenahale]

<p>It is a job application - for a Cocktail Waitress position - not a modeling agency or casting agency. Most likely the photo is to be used in a background check. <br>

How many days have her application been delayed awaiting your determination as to how to assist her with your creativity?<br>

I would do her a favor, do right by her by swallowing my pride and taking a traditional chair - and -backdrop photo (B&W or color - up to you as long as it conforms to application requirement) so that she can move on with her application. I would then take some other shots at a later date when I had decided as to how to be creative.</p>