So many men and women fantasize about achieving the glamour of the modeling life. Many the child, preteen or teenagers have thought all they needed to get started was some glossy photos and transportation to the various gigs.
However, what these budding models find is that photos and poses alone don't pay the bills. As a matter of fact, the majority of the casting calls listed in the paper state "agency only." This means if you want to make it to the majority of the hiring jobs, you need to be listed with an agency.
How to Get Started
There are some tips on how to find a model agency that one should consider before signing on with any agent or manager. To be honest, there are quite a few scam artists out there looking for newbies who don't really know anything about the fashion or modeling business. They prey on teenagers just hoping to break into the business and then systematically begin to extract money from them with no intention of getting them any modeling jobs. These are the ones to avoid.
Fierce Competition at the Top of the List
But, forewarned is forearmed. So, do your research. No, you may not get on with Ford, IMG or Elite the first time out. But you should find an agency that is willing to be honest with you and tell you where your strengths lie and if you truly have a chance in the market place.
Watch Out For..
You shouldn't consider some fly by night company that does not have a physical address. You want to go through the yellow pages and find the various modeling agencies. Look for ones that have an address listed. Call and ask what their screening process is.
Some may have dates for a huge casting call while others may do interviews. Some may have you send in your head shots. Regardless of their process, you will know you did it right for them when you study the requirements for each.
Be Prepared
You do not want to waste your time and photographs on people that aren't the least bit interested. Everyone has different requirements for their models. Find that out ahead of time.
Don't worry if you are not model tall or thin either. Some agencies specialize in "normal" looking people to use in commercial or promotional work.
Fantasy Verses Reality
The goal of being a model doesn't have to be a pipe dream. It can be a reality for you. Just remember, it is a business and you should prepare yourself for it just as you would any other type of job.
Do your research, practice posing techniques every day and educate yourself on the basics. You might not become another Cindy Crawford but you could be working in a profession you really enjoy.
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