How to make your Yourgi Pro profile stand out with great photos & videos πΈ
Want to attract more pet parents and boost your bookings? Your profile photos and videos are the first thing potential clients see, so make them count! In this guide, weβll walk you through simple, effective tips to help you create eye-catching media that reflects your personality, professionalism, and passion for pets.
During the application and onboarding process, Pros will be prompted to add prior experience. In the Experience section, Pros can add strong photos and videos to stand out and build trust. A great first impression is important to pet parents.
Tips for Photos & Videos:
- Use Clear, Bright Images: Choose well-lit photos (natural light works best). Avoid blurry/dark images. Include at least one smiling headshot.
- Show Personality & Space: Add photos of you with pets (walking, playing, cuddling). If hosting, show your home/yard. Keep spaces tidy.
- Highlight Pet Experience: Feature pets youβre comfortable with (dogs, cats, etc.). Videos of you with pets build confidence.
- Keep It Professional: No group selfies, filters, or party pics. Wear casual but professional clothing. Avoid unrelated people.
- Update Regularly: Refresh every few months or seasonally. Keep profiles engaging
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Good lighting, in focus |
Avoid photos that are too dark. |
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Natural lighting, professional clothing, warm smile |
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You with Pets |
Playing, going on walk, bathing or engaging with the pets in some way. |
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β¨ Pro Tips
- Pros who add 3β5 great photos and a short video are more likely to get booked.
- Use JPEG/PNG for photos, the minimum size for a good photo is 800x600 pixels.
- Use MP4 for videos, keep them under 60 sec for faster load.
- Don't forget to save!
Q&A
How do I upload photos & videos on Mobile (App)?
Open Yourgi Pro App β Log in β Tap Profile (bottom right) β Edit Profile β Photos & Videos β Add Photo/Video β Choose Take New or Upload from Gallery β Adjust & Save. Repeat for at least 3β5 photos + 1 video.
How do I upload photos & videos on Desktop (Web)?
Log in β Click Profile (top right) β Edit Profile β Photos & Videos β Upload Photo/Video β Select from computer β Preview & Save
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Avoid filter, selfies, group photos, and objects obstructing your face.
Showing things that might be risky, or could cause harm should be avoided
Well light, showing off spaces where pets are welcome and unique features, like stairs.
Dark interior photos, or photos that lack context should not be used.
Showing the outside spaces that pets will use while at your home.
Keep the focus on pet friendly spaces.