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  2. faethie

    anonymous asked:

    Hey I’m from the bay and I saw that you signed with a modeling agency! Congrats 💕💕 I was wondering how it went and if they have certain requirements. I just really want to be prepared one of the agency’s I’d like to sigh with is the same one you applied to. I’m going to try and sign with an agency when I turn 18 next year! Thank you!! Oh and do they really care about height? I read a blog where they said to not even bother applying if you’re under 5’11. Thank you so so so much!

    Well I’m 5’4-5’5 and I got signed as a commercial model and actor. So if you’re not at least 5’6, or for some agencies 5’8, and you are trying to go into runway or couture modeling then I’m sorry but they probably won’t call you back after a submission. That girl saying whatever about having to be 5’11- The average height of a supermodel is 5’8-5’11. Kate Moss is 5’7. Kendall Jenner is 5’10. So that was just bs.

    Always remember: agencies work for YOU. You don’t work for an agency. They’re the ones who you trust to find you good paying work. They want you because they love your look, & if they’re able to get you called in for auditions or jobs, and you’re able to book more jobs, they make more commission off you. So, they work for you. Not vise versa. For print & non-union work where SAG-AFTRA (The Union) has no jurisdiction, an agents commission can be up to 20% of your paycheck. No more. (Ex: you get a print job that pays $1000, agent takes 20% & you get paid $800. That is how agencies get paid. For print it is also not uncommon for the agent to take an additional % from the client (job) but this is not taken from the talent (model)).

    For union work where SAG-AFTRA has jurisdiction, the agency is only allowed to take 10%, even if you are a non-union actor/model. If they are a union agency and you book a union job they can only take 10% for that job. You want a union agency, btw. Not that a non-union agent is bad, but at least with them being apart of the union you have the chance for bigger work & you know the rules they have to abide by. It also increases your chance of becoming a union actor/model. Note: even if the talent is part of the Union, the agency commission is still 20% for all PRINT work (magazines, catalogs, billboards, etc)

    Always look up the agencies you’re submitting too. Find out what work they do and who they’re clientele is. For example; my agent, “Boom! Models & Talent” mainly does print & commercial work for the likes of gap, hollister, Apple, car companies, etc. they also submit their talent for tv shows in the Bay Area, like 13 reasons why, or voiceovers for Nickelodeon & Disney. (But know that the tv & film industry will be LA & not the Bay- up here is mainly print & commercial)

    If you’re going to wait a year, you are still able to start doing commercial and print work and gain more experience for your resume by signing up for SF Casting and being able to submit your headshots and body shots and resume to casting directors and projects without an agent. You can filter for paid & unpaid work as well, but you do have to pay to be on the site. If you prepay for the year you get 2 months free. If you have an agent they can get you on SF Casting for free. There is also other casting sites like MyCastingFile & Backstage but Sf Casting is the most reputable & MCF is more for extra work in TV shows, but no principle roles.

    About Boom, my agent, they are wonderful people. It’s run by Jack, a retired male model & current photographer, & Venessa, who is an actress. Ive only recently been signed with a two year contract about two weeks ago so they’re getting everything settled in and me on sf casting and I am now featured on their website as well! They’ve already submitted me for some projects! I’m super excited to start working!! I hope this helped! I really recommend googling SAG-AFTRA, and trying to get in an acting class or on sf casting to start with work! If you’re going into runway modeling there isn’t much I can help you with there as idk how pay or jobs work in that field of modeling.

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    Modeling: My Story, Tips, How To Become A Model Or Start Modeling! Tips From Cassandra Bankson


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  5. withdrawngoddess

    Models. If you want to work with a photographer, please go about it in a professional way. You don’t have to be super formal, but don’t be relentless after you see that the photographer doesn’t want to work with you. 

    The main thing I’m seeing is that models wanting to shoot together, don’t look at how the other models in the photographer’s portfolio look. Take into account what type of photographer they are. If you do a lot of catalogue modeling and the photographer has mainly high fashion editorial work. They’re going to want to work with a model who already knows how to do all those crazy editorial poses they need. 

    Not saying you can’t give them what they want, but they’re going to want to see photos of you giving them the mood they need for their work. Just like if you’re a fashion model and a senior portrait photographer wanted to work with you. I’m sure you’d want to work with a photographer who took more dramatic angled photos and whose work wasn’t so “family portrait” looking.

    Sometimes you are the type of model they work with. However, you don’t have “the look” that they prefer. Some photographers like models with big kinky curly textured hair, others love long sleek straight haired models. Some like curvy models, others don’t like for them to have a big bust. Some photographers like models who look “different” and have unique features about them, while others like models who are stunningly beautiful and photogenic.

    I’m no expert, so if you don’t agree then that’s fine. Just try to see things from the other persons position. 

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  6. modelingtipsnow
    What Model Agencies Want – Do You Have the Stuff?

    Girls I’ve talked to seen to have one big issue starting out. Well, maybe more than one but this is paramount. The “secret” formula to modeling success is to find out what model agencies want before you make contacts. Truth is, there is no…

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  7. memehellion

    also even tho i am drunk sober memehellion is comin out to write this

    hi guys so I also really want to be one of those girls who models and has a wishlist and gets paid and stuff while building a community of friends and fanboys and fangirls. does anyone have any tips on doing this. i am pretty and cute and smol and know a Lot about video games and anime and i can play the violin kinda so Im Quirky™ thanks bye

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    When you need to de-bloat and drop some water weight fast!

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  9. millicentlambert
    Making the most of your social media

    Social Media seems to be growing in importance every year. It now may be one of the most important ways to market yourself in the fashion industry as well as many other industries. This being said it is a good idea to try and make the most of your social media accounts and really try to utilise them to their full potential.

    Here are some guidelines to follow to assist you in building your personal brand and making the most of your social media including but not limited to: Instagram, Twitter, Tumblr, Facebook, Pinterest, Linked In etc…

    Be Professional -Keep all your content professional with a touch of personal and not the other way around. Avoid getting too personal in forms of comments, updates etc…

    Stay classy - Keep your images and comments tasteful, you are selling your brand. Overly sexual or aggressive photos could cheapen your brand and are thus discouraged.

    Don’t buy followers or likes - Try to build your following organically, yes it will probably take a bit longer but clients want to see that you have a genuine following, especially if they are wanting to pay you for a sponsored post.

    Stay Positive - Mood is infectious, spread happiness and positivity not negativity. Try to write happy or inspiring status updates and comments. Avoid getting too personal or talking about dramas, relationships or negativity.


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    Don’t drink and post - Avoid drunken updates, they will most likely be embarrassing anyway. Social media is a way to promote and advertise your brand. Being a drunken mess online probably won’t help your image.

    Upload good quality images - It goes without saying that a clear, well lit image will be more aesthetically pleasing and popular than a blurry, dark image. Think about it. Using a post scheduling app/website can help you to upload higher quality images than on your phone.
    Try to make written posts as valuable as possible by creating good quality content.

    Use a variety of images - Uploading 180 photos of you in a bikini at the beach, caught in a “candid” moment may get you a big following but it will probably also pigeon hole your market. You may risk becoming the “candid-bikini-girl”. This could affect the type of work you are booked for. Instead aim for a variety of different inspirational styles of images and scenarios to add some versatility to your brand. 
    Don’t know what to post?? Look to influencers and peers for some inspiration!

    Don’t give out your address - This is seriously a no-brainer!
     If you wish to have packages sent to you, set up a PO Box at your local post office. Alternatively you can give clients/brands the postal address for your Agency and pick up your gifts/products from there.

    Credit your photos - If you can remember who the creatives were who helped to create your image, remember to credit them adequately in the main comment under the photo. Simply tagging them in the image is not enough. Posting photos that you do not own is illegal copyright infringement. If you do not remember then quote that in your comment, and if notified of relevant creatives be sure to edit your image comment to give credit, where credit is due.


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    Refer to your agency - Any booking requests should go through your agency if you belong to an influencers division or if it states that in your agency contract. Before negotiating any rates be sure to direct the client to your agency directly. This is to protect your rights and help to prevent any exploitation or underpayment.

    Post at peak periods - Run an analytics test and find out what time of the day and what days of the week that your followers are most active and then post at those times and on those days (if you don’t post daily).

    Post regularly - Post content daily to keep followers engaged. At least try to upload weekly if you cannot post daily. Remember that it is better to upload high-quality content less regularly, than to upload low quality content often. Go for quality over quantity but still aim for regularity. Avoid overwhelming your followers with too any updates.

    Engage with your audience - If someone reach out to you via comment/share etc, try to engage with them in return (it’s as simple as a comment or even just a “Thanks”) that person may be more likely to continue to engage with you, than if you simply ignore their comment. Interact with your fellow grammers, this may lead to returned engagement from them. Be sure to comment genuinely and reply to your messages. As the saying goes “ You scratch my back, and I’ll scratch yours.”

    Was this post helpful? Do you have any questions about social media? Let me know in the comments below!


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  10. millicentlambert
    Reasons Why You Aren't Booking Work And How To Fix Them

    Sometimes in the modelling industry work just becomes stagnant, for no apparent reason.  You shouldn’t take a decline in bookings personally, sometimes this is due to reasons that you can change and sometimes its just a change in the trends or season.
    Here are a few reasons you MAY find yourself losing work and ideas on how to fix them.


    Your look is not on-trend

    Trends come and go in this industry. We have seen all kinds of things come through: being super skinny, the gap in the teeth, bushy brows, bleached brows, freckles, alien looking models, and lately, the uber-fit toned and tanned bodies.

    THE FIX:

    Dont change yourself to fit the current trend. Trends come and go and likely you will reinvent yourself only to be quickly out dated. Instead focus on having a strong individual image and a good reputation. This will likely last a lot longer and be more effective at getting you work.  Be patient sometimes it’s simply a matter of waiting, you might be a brunette and everyone is shooting blondes for summer. It probably won’t be long until they want brunettes for winter shoots and then it could start to be busier for you!


    Your agency is not pushing you to clients

    You would be surprised how often this happens. After a few years you might fade to the back of your bookers mind and be replaced by newer, up and coming models - the next ‘big thing’. If this happens it could mean your agent is not focusing enough time and effort on you. So you might not be the priority to be pushed to clients. Fear not! This can be easily remedied.

    THE FIX:

    Talk to your agent. Explain that you feel as if not enough energy is spent on promoting you to clients. Ask them why they think you are not booking much work. Likely they will let you know if there is something you need to work on and in turn you will let them know that they need to start promoting you to clients more.

    In extreme cases you may need to change to a new agency. I do not recommend to change agencies unless you have already asked your agency about why you are not booking work. Changing agencies will not always work and in some cases it could damage your career further. ALWAYS consult with your mother agency before deciding to change!


    You are not in good enough shape

    The current market reflects a demand for strong, healthy, toned bodies (in some markets). If you are not working this might mean that perhaps you are not fitting in with the preferred body type. You may need to put on weight, lose some weight or tone up!

    THE FIX: 

    This is quite easy to fix (in terms of your control over it) with just a simple diet adjustment and an increase in your daily fitness. Join a gym or look into some personal training. Jogging or pilates are both fantastic ways to see an improvement quickly.


    Your book is not strong enough

    The images in your portfolio may not be strong enough, or show enough versatility in your look. This is a pretty common issue with a relatively easy fix.

    THE FIX: 

    You may simply need to reevaluate the images chosen for your portfolio and select some different images that you have and do a bit of a reshuffle.
    It’s important to have a good 'Flow’ in your book.  

    If you do not have enough strong images you might need to do some test shoots or editorials. It is best to ask your agency to organise some for you. You will want to work with great creatives to achieve the right types of images you are looking for.

    Check out my guide “How to have a strong Portfolio” to help on make your portfolio stronger.


    You are in need of a new 'image’

    Your style or the first impression that you give to a client may not be right, for the part of the market that you are suited to.

    THE FIX: 

    Ask your agency they can give you an idea of how best to dress and style yourself. Some models go to drastic lengths to reinvent themselves. I know of models changing agencies, their name and their look completely and then marketing themselves as a completely new model. You probably won’t need to go that far, a simple change of style or a haircut can really help to reinvent your look.


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    What do you think of this post? Let me know in the comment section below?

    [Disclaimer: I am not a model booker or am I an expert about why models find success. This is simply my thoughts and things that I have experienced and been told from other models. If you are not booking any work the best people to ask are your mother agency or other industry professionals.]


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  11. millicentlambert
    Best Websites For Models

    As a model it can be very difficult to find websites or other online resources for information that will help them out with any model related questions or queries they may have. Let’s be honest, sometimes even your bookers at the agency don’t know the answer to all the questions because, well they aren’t models. I have searched far and wide for websites to help models on their never ending search for information. Here are the websites out there.
    Enjoy!


    mindovermodel.co

    This website is great and has a lot of articles to entertain or educate models. Check it out and let me know what you think.


    “Model Addison Gill and model-turned editor Madison Schill created Mind Over Model out of a need for an honest, realistic resource for young models to educate themselves on the industry…Mind Over Model is a perfect result – A mix of the lessons, tips and advice they wish they had discovered earlier.”  – Mind Over Model

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    modeltypeface.com

    A website created by model and writer, Rebecca Pearson. She started the site as a safe place for other models to ask questions they were too afraid to ask their bookers, and to share valuable information and lessons she had learnt so that other models may benefit from it.

    With posts about things from Model of the week to the lazy models’s guide to posing" - theres some articles for every model to learn something from.


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    modelalliance.org

    This website is a must read for models, it goes into a lot of depth and has many articles concerning the rights of models. They aim the establish ethical standards to bring a real and lasting change to the Fashion industry.

    This website is based in the US and thus is especially important for models from, and working in the US market.


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    businessmodelmag.com

    This website is really created for models. It has a whole lot of handy guides for models, everything from a Model’s Bag essentials to: a guide to the modelling market in Milan or another city. The Business Model is run by three women who are either currently working as models or are ex models - One of which is also a makeup artist. 


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    modelandmore.com

    A website run by a group of models all running different parts of the blog. With topics of beauty, travel, health, culture - almost everything you need is covered. Check out Model and More for a delicious green juice recipe or a article where models give their biggest tips for travelling to Tokyo. Totally worth a read!


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    modellist-id.com

    This website has so many posts, mostly written by models themselves from all over the world. There are posts about every topic imaginable from beauty to travel to food. This website has pages and pages of information that is valuable not only to models but to a wide range of people.


    “ Modellist-id aims to build social capital by providing a variety of on-line and off-line services dedicated to enhancing the over-all experience of life as a model. The Modellist-id.com website consists of two parts; a public part and a part with a private access for members of the Modellist-id Fashion Model community where they can share on-line and off-line information.”  – Modellist-id

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    allmyfriendsaremodels.com

    Much like some of the other websites in this list this blog has a lot of articles written by guest posts and has subjects that will help models and anyone else involved in or interested in the fashion industry.


    “This is a website which is ultimately about humanizing beauty. I just so happen to have a group of friends who are all successful, working models, and we are using this website and their positions in the media to bring forward the issues surrounding the life of being a model and those who are affected by the stereotypes on the other end of the spectrum. ”  – All My Friends Are Models

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    models.com

    The best website for up to date information on models, agencies and other fashion industry news. It has loads of articles regarding everything fashion related and allows you to see the top ranking models at any given time and even ranks agencies. This website is a must read for models to keep in touch with what is happening and the who’s who of the fashion industry.


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    Were these websites helpful to you? Are there any others that you know of that help educate models on the fashion industry? Let me know in the comments below.


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