A high/low profile Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Media Attention Relates to how much media coverage a person or organization receives. Since the award, the scientist has had a high profile in the media. Pro Tip 2/3Privacy Strategy Some people deliberately maintain a low profile to protect their privacy. Celebrities often use hats and sunglasses to keep a low profile. Pro Tip 3/3Avoiding Controversy A low profile can mean avoiding taking strong public stances to stay out of debates. The politician kept a low profile during the heated debate.