Basic Profile (2,100,000 VND) and Premium Profile (3,500,000 VND) are the two most popular personal profile shoot packages at Gạo Nâu Profile. They differ in makeup level, shoot duration, and number of retouched photos; the pampering, crew support, large-screen review, and original photos are the same in both packages. This article compares 8 criteria in detail so you can choose the right package for your needs, work, and budget.
Quick Comparison Table
| Criterion | Basic Profile | Premium Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Price (VAT excluded) | 2,100,000 VND | 3,500,000 VND |
| Shoot duration | 90 minutes | 120 minutes |
| Makeup & hairstyling | 1 basic layout | 1 premium layout |
| Outfits | 1 set (client or Gạo Nâu provides) | 1 set (client or Gạo Nâu provides) |
| Pre-shoot pampering | Face mask + foot massage | Face mask + foot massage |
| Crew posing support | Throughout the shoot | Throughout the shoot |
| At the shoot | Large-screen review + on-the-spot retouching | Large-screen review + on-the-spot retouching |
| Original files (RAW) | All photos, within 24h | All photos, within 24h |
| Retouched photos | 5 photos | 10 photos |
| Edited file delivery | 3 — 5 days | 3 — 5 days |
→ Key difference: +1,400,000 VND for premium makeup and hairstyling, 30 more minutes of shooting, and 10 retouched photos (double the Basic package).
8 Criteria for Choosing the Right Package
1. Current career position
- Employees with 0-3 years of experience → Basic Profile is enough for LinkedIn, CV, internal profiles
- Managers / Department Heads / 4+ years of experience → Premium Profile reflects seniority + expertise
- Founders / CEOs / KOLs → Consider jumping straight to Signature Profile (4,300,000 VND) instead of Premium
2. Intended use of the photos
| Purpose | Recommended Package |
|---|---|
| LinkedIn + CV submission | Basic |
| Company website profile (about page) | Premium |
| B2B client pitching | Premium |
| KOL / Influencer social media | Premium |
| Press interview / event coverage | Premium or Signature |
| Book cover / publications | Signature |
3. Number of photos needed in the next 12 months
- ≤ 3 quality photos rotated alternately → Basic is enough (5 retouched photos)
- 5-8 versatile photos for multiple channels → Premium (10 retouched photos) is more economical than two Basic shoots
- Multiple concepts, advanced lighting and scene needed to position a CEO/executive image → Signature (4,300,000 VND)
4. Budget
- Under 3,500,000 VND → Basic (2,100,000 VND)
- From 3,500,000 VND → Premium (3,500,000 VND)
- From 4,300,000 VND → Signature (4,300,000 VND)
Tip: If torn between Basic and Premium, choose Premium. The 1,400,000 VND difference doubles the number of retouched photos (5 → 10), with premium makeup and 30 more minutes of shooting — better ROI if you use the photos for 1-2 years.
5. Industry
| Industry | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Finance, banking, law, accounting | Premium — premium makeup, premium feel |
| Tech, startup, agency | Premium — more posing time, 10 retouched photos |
| Healthcare, pharma, education | Basic or Premium — trustworthy tone |
| Real estate, B2C retail | Premium — 10 retouched photos for multi-channel rotation |
| F&B, lifestyle | Premium — premium makeup, more finished photos |
| Students / fresh graduates | Basic is sufficient |
6. How often do you appear in public?
- Rarely appear (back-office work, few client meetings) → Basic
- Frequently appear (sales, KOL, networking, events) → Premium minimum
7. Have you had professional profile photos in the past 2 years?
- Never had any → Basic is enough for the first set, upgrade after 6-12 months
- Have photos but outdated 2+ years → Premium for a higher-quality new set
8. The shoot experience itself
Premium Profile at 3,500,000 VND (VAT excluded) and Basic share the same shoot experience — they differ in makeup level and duration:
| Element | Basic | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-shoot pampering | Face mask + foot massage | Face mask + foot massage |
| Crew posing support | Throughout the shoot | Throughout the shoot |
| In-session photo review | Yes — on large screen | Yes — on large screen |
| On-the-spot retouching | Yes — done right there | Yes — done right there |
| Original files (RAW) | All photos, within 24h | All photos, within 24h |
| Makeup & hairstyling | 1 basic layout | 1 premium layout |
| Shoot duration | 90 minutes | 120 minutes |
→ If you want more polished makeup and extra posing time → choose Premium.
When Should You Jump to Signature Profile?
Upgrade from Premium (3,500,000 VND) to Signature (4,300,000 VND) — a 800,000 VND difference — when you need:
- Makeup and hair styled across multiple concepts + advanced lighting and scene setup instead of 1 layout on a plain backdrop — this is the difference between the two packages. Same experience services (pampering, large-screen review + on-the-spot retouching, original photos + 10 retouched photos)
- Aesthetic depth in photos — advanced lighting and scene add layers, suitable for CEO, KOL, book cover, and corporate publication photos
- Premium personal brand positioning — when your photos must stand alongside other executives’ profile photos and need to stand out
- When your investment level should match your rank and status (CEO, C-suite, KOL with brand sponsors)
Read details on What is Signature Profile to know when the investment is worthwhile.
Common Mistakes When Choosing a Package
- Choosing Basic because it’s cheap → having to reshoot Premium 6 months later = costs 2,100,000 VND + 3,500,000 VND = 5,600,000 VND. Choosing Premium from the start is more economical.
- Choosing Premium but only using 2 photos on LinkedIn — wastes 8 retouched photos. Basic would have been enough from the start.
- Choosing Signature because “it sounds top-tier” but without clear positioning — the photographer struggles to direct the concept when you don’t know what you want to express. Have a personal brand strategy first.
Advice from the Photographer
After 5 years shooting 5,000+ clients at Gạo Nâu Profile, here’s the condensed advice:
- If you’re under 30 with 1-3 years of work: Basic Profile. Move to Premium after 2-3 years when you have a new position.
- If you’re 30+ at manager level or above: Premium always. ROI is 3x Basic when used correctly.
- If you have a marketing/PR team: Let them choose — they know where and how many photos you need.
Contact Gạo Nâu Profile for package consultation. Hotline (+84) 775 243 530 — branches in Hanoi (Cau Giay), Ho Chi Minh City (District 10 + District 3).