They say a picture is worth a thousand words, and likewise, it’s an important step in creating your TrustedHousesitters sitter profile! From writing the perfect application message to uploading photos that showcase you and your love of pets, your profile truly is your chance to shine.
However, we know it can be tricky to decide exactly what photos to include. So to help you on your way, we sat down with our very own superstar sitter and pet sitting expert, Community Manager, Angela Laws, who gave us her top tips on how to choose the best photos that will have your profile standing out from the pack...
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Choosing your profile picture
Your profile picture is the first thing an owner will see, so this should be a clear, friendly and smiling photo of yourself, and if someone else will be house sitting with you, try to choose a photo they're also in.
First impressions are everything, so be sure to choose a photo that captures their attention and entices them into taking a further look at your sitter profile and reviews.
Angela’s top tip: from speaking to our owner members, it’s clear that profile pictures featuring a pet really catch their attention. So, try to find a happy and welcoming photo of yourself with a pet for your main profile picture.
Include lots of photos of you with pets
Adding photos of yourself with pets can help you bond with owners — after all, they’ll be on the lookout for a sitter that screams ‘pet lover’, and what better way to show off your love of pets than through photographs?
These can include photos of pets you’ve previously sat for, pictures of yourself with a friend or family member’s pet, or even the type of pets you’d like to sit for.
Let your love of pets shine through in your sitter profile picture.
Include photos of you doing things you love
Are you an outdoorsy type? Or perhaps you’re a real foodie? Along with your sitter profile sections, the right photos can add bucketloads of personality to your profile.
Show potential owners what you like to do — it’ll also help them to distinguish if you’re the right kind of sitter for their pet. After all, Cooper the energetic farm dog might need more of an active, outdoorsy sitter, while Whiskey the senior moggy might be better suited to a sitter who enjoys a slower pace of life.
Angela’s top tip: try to view yourself through the owner's eyes, and strike a good balance between pet and personal photos — this will help owners to build up a picture of you as a sitter.
Our blog is packed with even more tips and tricks for sitters, from how to create the perfect sitter profile to crafting a stellar application message.
If you have any more questions or need help getting started, then why not ask in our friendly Community Forum? Made up of both owner and sitter members, it’s the perfect place to share advice, find support and connect with like-minded members.
