Build Your Professional Brand

CPD offers a variety of resources to help you elevate your professional brand. Check out the free services we provide to LMU students and alumni below.

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Free Professional Headshots

The Career and Professional Development Office provide free professional headshots with our self-service headshot booth. Our IRIS Booth offers LMU students and alumni the opportunity to take high-quality headshots that get emailed immediately and can be used for your LinkedIn profile, portfolio or other professional needs. The IRIS Booth is located in Von der Ahe (VDA) 135 and is open Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. No appointment necessary.


Mane Apparel

Mane Apparel is a student-run on-campus program that provides students with appropriate attire for career fairs, interviews, and networking. Inventory includes suits, blazers, skirts, button-down shirts, and more. The only cost to students is a cleaning fee after use. Stop by CPD in VDA 135 to make your request and shop in our career closet.

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What is a Professional Brand?

Your professional brand is a combination of your reputation, personality, skills and the value you bring to the workplace. In a competitive job market, it’s important to be intentional about creating a brand that clearly communicates who you are and what you have to offer. Whether in-person or online, consistency is key.

Learn ways to brand yourself via LinkedIn. Coaches can support you with building a professional presence along with these profile resources and recommendations.

Writing Your Law School Personal Statement: Cheyenne Wahlheim, ‘26 on Standing Out in the Admissions Process

Written by Cheyenne Wahlheim, ’26

A testimonial from Career & Professional Development’s Employer Relation Strategist, Cheyenne Wahlheim, ‘26 

When I began the law school admissions process, I felt completely overwhelmed. No one in my family has attended law school, and I …

By Giuliana Berman, B.A
Giuliana Berman, B.A Events and Promotions Coordinator
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Building Career Confidence Through the Lions Pathway Program

At LMU, career readiness begins long before graduation. Through transformative learning experiences, professional mentorship, and programs that connect academics to future careers, Lions are actively preparing for the workforce.

This is the Lions Pathway Program.

Launched as the first program …

By Giuliana Berman, B.A
Giuliana Berman, B.A Events and Promotions Coordinator
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Why College Students Should Negotiate (Even Entry-Level Jobs) 

written by Esther Ouyang ‘26

First, if you have already received an offer, congrats! Great job. You’ve already made it through the hardest part. After months of applications, interviews, and uncertainty, seeing an official offer must be a huge relief …

By Giuliana Berman, B.A
Giuliana Berman, B.A Events and Promotions Coordinator
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Career Resources

This gallery highlights the incredible organizations where LMU students and alumni are launching their careers. From internships to full-time roles, …

Top 10 Job Hunting Tips

The LinkedIn resource “Top 10 Online Job Hunting Tips” helps students find opportunities through daily profile management, networking, active updates, …

Contact & Location

Phone
310.338.2871
Address

Career and Professional Development
Loyola Marymount University
One LMU Drive
Von der Ahe, Suite 135
Los Angeles, CA 90045

Hours of Operation

Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm