A small runway show in your local mall might land you the biggest
audition with a beauty magazine. You never know where that opportunity
will come up. You don't have to look "perfect " there
are tall models, short models, skinny and full size models.
Modeling Auditions First step is always to research on auditions in your local
area. If you leave in a small town your best bet is to audition
in a near by City. Most of major casting is done in California,
New York, and Europe. Every city has a well established modeling
agency that is affiliated with major players in the industry. Audition
for a few different agencies and see what they say. Usually if they
like you a lot, you will notice it in the first 2 minutes. The key
to success here is to pick an agent that is well known and established!
Ask for their references and credentials before signing any contracts. Search for auditions
Modeling School / Training Modeling might seem easy. Nevertheless often models don't get
the part because of lack of training and modeling experience. You
can be the best looking individual for the spot, but someone else
with more training and experience will take it. At least get some
basic training from a specialized modeling school. The industry
has many standards that you need to follow when you audition for
major players. If you are considering modeling as full time career
then you must invest into a portfolio and schooling. Besides knowing
how to walk down the runway, how to turn, and pose, you have to
keep on training to become the best model possible. Great training
cost good money, but be careful in your selections there are many
scams. Check school references & credentials.
Search for photographers
Modeling Portfolio/ Resume Unlike basic headshots which an actor uses, a model must go
through various photo-shoots and create a modeling portfolio. Putting
together a processional modeling portfolio is a MUST! In the portfolio,
should be a variety of pictures, black and white and in color, different
poses, and a variety of appearance ( such as picture in a bathing
suit, riding a horse, or wearing glasses and a teacher uniform.)
Your portfolio is the main tool that will sell you in the entertainment
Industry. Remember modeling casting directors and agents will only
look through your portfolio once, so you have only one chance to
capture their interest. The better your portfolio the better will
be your responses! You should spend anywhere between $800-$2000
depending on the photographer. The best photographers also have
awesome connections so here is your chance to get referred to a
great modeling agency. All your pictures must be presented in an
organized order. A modeling resume is much simpler. Just have all
your current contact information, your height, size, weight, and
clothing measurements. Be sure to include all the training and work
you were involved in. Processionals like to hire processionals so
include all your modeling experiences. Example: Modeling Portfolio
