3 Media Must-Haves on Your Thumbtack Profile

ArvinC

Want to stand out and build trust faster? Start with these three essentials:

1. A Strong Profile Photo
Make it clear, professional, and representative of you and your best work

2. Jumpstart Your Profile with 3–5 High-Quality Photos
Start with at least 3–5 photos, but add more whenever possible and continue uploading new photos as you complete jobs. Show variety and results. Before-and-after shots work especially well. Use bright, clear images that capture the full scope of your work.

3. One Short Intro or Walkthrough Video (Around 30 Seconds)
Keep it simple and natural. In your video, you can:

• Introduce yourself and your business
• Mention the main problem you help clients solve
• Share what makes your service different
• Show a quick clip of a finished project
• Invite customers to reach out through your Thumbtack profile

It does not need to be perfect. Clear, honest, and professional works best.

Quick check: Tenured Pros, drop one media tip that helped you win more jobs.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mAMjcMCusF8&list=PLPz1npTzydS7PJoYMdqD7DVQl6uSI1ilt&index=4

Not Sure What “Good” Looks Like? We Made a Boot Camp for That.

Photos, videos, lighting, angles — it can feel like a lot.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2K_akS27CI&list=PLPz1npTzydS41ZmFsA2rAwgQ3KAvRCmJ5&index=1

Newer Pros, which one are you adding next? 

RyanMitche11

The short intro video made a bigger difference for me than I expected. A simple 20–30 second clip introducing myself, showing a recent job, and explaining what customers can expect helped build trust faster. It felt more personal than photos alone, and I noticed more people replying after adding it to my profile.

DustiO

This is so great to hear, thanks for sharing @RyanMitche11 !

ArvinC

+1 for this, @RyanMitche11 ! The video really does change the game. It's hard to fake authenticity, and customers can feel that. Would love to see it! Is it still up on your Thumbtack profile?