Sept. 1 | Oct. 6 | Nov. 3
12-4 PM in the Interactive Media Center

Registration opens 2 weeks before the event.

Say goodbye to boring headshots.

Not Your Average Headshot gives School of Communication students access to creative, high-quality portraits in a relaxed and personalized setting. With three distinct stations to choose from, you’ll walk away with visuals perfect for LinkedIn, personal websites, and more.

Show the world who you really are at the Pop of Personality Station! Use props that represent your passions, interests, or career goals to create a fun, personal, and creative headshot.

*Please note the backdrop for Fall 2026 will be green.*

Book for Sept. 1

Make your headshot stand out with a burst of color! The Splash of Color Station offers an exciting backdrop with Pantone Color Postcards, creating a lively, multi-colored canvas to complement your personality.

Book for Sept. 1

Keep it sleek and sophisticated with the Timeless Station. Our black-and-white backdrop creates an elegant, high-end look that’s both professional and enduring.

Book for Sept. 1

FAQs

Yes, only graduate and undergraduate students majoring or minoring in the School of Communication are eligible to participate.

Email SoCHeadshots@miami.edu immediately to cancel. We ask for a 2-day minimum notice so we have time to advertise the opening.

We understand that unexpected situations can come up. However, last-minute cancellations and no-shows make it very difficult, often impossible, to offer the appointment to another student. Not Your Average Headshot is a free career resource for students, but it requires significant planning, staffing, and coordination.

If you do not show up or cancel with less than 24-hour notice, you will not be able to participate again for the rest of that semester.

Yes, you may register for up to two stations per date; however, they must be different stations. Please do not register for the same station twice in the same day.

One outfit per station. If you booked two stations back-to-back you will not be able to change your outfit in between. However, if you book stations with a gap in between, you can change outfits.

15 minutes maximum.

Students must arrive at least 5 minutes early to check-in at the Interactive Media Center (Wolfson 1005).

Walk-ins are not guaranteed and will only be accepted if time permits. We highly recommend booking in advance to ensure availability.

You’ll receive a Box link with all unedited photos. You may select up to 5 photos per station to have edited.

Yes! We’ll have props available for the Pop of Personality station, but you’re welcome to bring your own props for any station.

No, each appointment is for one student only.

This event is for current School of Communication students only.

Yes, edited photos only may be used in School of Communication marketing materials such as social media posts, the website, and print collateral. If you prefer not to have your images used for promotional purposes, please email SoCHeadshots@miami.edu to opt out.

 

Still have a question?
Contact SoCHeadshots@miami.edu