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How To Get Into Modeling –
Even If You Don’t Live In A Big City by Lance Fish
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When it comes to modeling, many people have the
notion that they either have to live in California or in New York or
Toronto. After all, that’s where most of the big modeling agencies
are. Granted, if you lived in , California or New York City, you’d
probably have an easier time getting into the modeling industry.
But what if you can’t just pack your things and move to California
or New York? What then? Up until now, there was nothing the “new
model” could do.
The following tips will get you on your way into the modeling
industry quickly and easily:
1. Take Pictures, specifically Head Shots – keep them simple. Wear
neat and clean clothing. Don’t worry about wearing the latest
fashion or style. Ladies, keep your make up simple. In fact, it
would be best if you had several pictures of you without any make
up. The same goes for hairstyles. Clear your face of any hair so
that your face is fully visible. Keep your hair neat, clean and
simple. If you can’t afford a professional photographer, then use a
basic camera. Make sure you have good lighting.
2. You will need a resume of yourself. In your resume, include your
Modeling Experience, hobbies, interests, and vital stats such as
height, and weight. This is called a portfolio that what agencies
will review.
3. Research the addresses of modeling agents and agencies in your
area. You can look this up in your local phone book, public library
and online at Hollywood North. Our website address is http://www.hollywoodnorth.com
There are literally thousands of agencies across Canada and the
United States to contact.
4. After sending out your portfolio, do a follow up phone call or
email every 2 weeks afterwards. Remember, these agencies may be
getting hundreds of portfolios sent to them each week. What will get
their attention? Make follow up phone calls – lots of them.
5. Utilize as many communications tools as possible. This includes
calling them on the phone, emailing, sending letters through , and
leverage the web including sites like Hollywood North. The best
thing is to use a combination of all of the aforementioned.
6. Develop your modeling skills. Look for local modeling schools or
classes in or near your area. If there are none, then research your
public library for books or videos. If you still have no luck, then
you can go online to places such as Amazon.com and other booksellers
that will have modeling videos and books.
7. Stay clear of any Model Agency telling you that you have to pay
money to sign on with them. In general, Agencies receive a
commission when you work.
Just because you live in a small town or away from the big cities,
does not mean that you don’t have the opportunity to get into
modeling. All it takes is a little more creativity and a little more
thought behind your strategies, but you can trust that many
successful models have been in your shoes. Like you, these models
have succeeded because they did not take “no” for an answer and had
some luck.
About Hollywood North:
Hollywood North helps actors, models, casting directors and talent
agents communicate more efficiently with each other. These talented
professionals have the ability to create personal portfolios that
include photographs for the talent industry to access. Hollywood
North offers a variety of benefits to the film community and its
refreshing content keeps pace with the entertainment industry.
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