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Becoming a Model
19/f
I have a lot of spare time, now that I'm done with sports and athletics. My friends say I'm pretty, so i'm considering looking for a modeling job? preferably just photography model, I do not want to be an actress or anything. I'm just lost on how to become one. I've done some thinking about this and this is my plan so far..
-get a photoshoot done at a photography place (just like people do for Senior Pictures in high school).
-send those pictures to modeling agencies nearby and see what they say.
But my problem is.. I have no modeling experience. So i'm trying to find newer agencies that will accept new models. Does anyone have any tips or advice?
Also, if I can't find any good modeling agencies online, what do you think about looking on craigslist? I am kinda scared because what if its not a real agency and its just some perv trying to rape someone haha. How can I trust if an agency is real or not? I don't really want to go alone, but I have no one to bring with me..
help!
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If you're thinking about trying to become high fashion runway, that probably wouldn't be the best idea. First off you have to be incredibly tall and incredibly skinny, and by age 20 it's usually considered "old" for high fashion runway models.
But that doesn't mean modeling is out of the picture for you. Commercial modeling sounds like it'd be good for you. And by commercial I don't mean doing commercials...I just mean more typical average modeling, not runway stuff for Alexander McQueen, Chanel, etc.
I wouldn't suggest looking for agencies on craigslist. Agencies on craigslist don't sound very reputable. Taking head shots and all that and sending them to actual reputable agencies would be the best bet for you.
If you're able to move to a city like LA, San Francisco, or New York City (which is amazing for modeling) you should do that because it'll be much easier to find an agency.
Good luck!
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Hey,
Most modelling agencies look for people who arn't just pretty with a great body, but for people who are different from the crowd.
So first of all you could make sure you always dress differently in clothes that fit your figure perfectly, rather than the trend. Then you'll get noticed.
You could of course submit portfolios to modelling agencies. But be careful-if the agency asks you to pay to send in your portfolio then its not a real agency.
Also, take up new hobbies like any kind of dance. Alot of people like to hire models who have experience in the thing their advertising. It's not just about the look, it's about the individuality, the charm and the intelligence.
Attend fashion weeks as this is a gathering for top fashiond esigners and retailers. Alot of magazines run model competitions. Send in your photo and check the respnse.
Good luck :)
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You can try Monster.com instead and search for jobs.
While sometimes you can trust craiglist, on a topic like this.. I would not. I found myself looking at craigslist a few weeks ago because I myself, ironically am a photography major just about to leave college. Try monster.com and search for agencies that way.
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