Deciding whether to include a photo on your CV depends on several factors, such as the country where you're applying, the industry, and your personal preference. In some countries, it's customary and expected to include a photo. A professional photo can create a personal connection with the hiring manager and add credibility and confidence. Ultimately, whether you include one should be based on your research about the specific requirements of the country and industry.
If you choose to include a photo in your CV, make sure it looks professional. Opt for a plain white or light-colored background, avoiding any distracting images or patterns. There's no need to find a white wall to pose in front of—just take your photo anywhere since you can use remove.bg to automatically replace the background with a more suitable one. For more tips on how to take a good resume photo, read remove.bg's blog.
Changing the background color of your CV photo with remove.bg is quick and easy. Simply upload your photo to the website, and the tool will automatically remove the background. Next, click on > background and then > color to select an appropriate color. We recommend choosing white or light gray.
remove.bg offers more than just background removal. You can also remove backgrounds from videos and GIFs, erase or restore parts of the background, add AI-generated shadows, create product photos, and much more.