How to become a fashion model
You can’t! You read it right. It’s either you were born to become a model or you weren’t. If you are you probably have already been discovered. If you are not but you belong to the rare breed of creatures who are 5’9” to 6’ tall, not larger than a size 6 and have perfect skin between ages 14-20 or age and still un-discovered then you might want to read this article.
Finding an agency
Most models are discovered by modeling scouts roaming around the malls, schoolyards, clubs, gyms, etc or basically places where most young people hang out. If they think you are qualified, it’s very likely that you will be noticed. If someone approaches you what then? Well you can ask the name and a brief background of the agency. Be polite and just ask for their number and office address so you could schedule an appointment. Most often than not you are likely to get in because they already noticed your potential. Remember that not all agencies are alike and you should also consider the market that these agencies cater to. For example here in manila there are agencies that are known to have a big pool of good-looking male models female models and vice-versa while there are also agencies that specialize on kids. Aside from getting spotted in these places you might also want to send your pictures to agencies. It would be better if you send simple photos than sending an expensive portfolio because most agencies would like to see the natural you not a teenager trying to play dress up unless you’ve been in the business for quite some time now. Plus it costs a fortune to have those portfolios that professional models have. Another way for you to get noticed is to attend open castings that are being done by majority of agencies. If you have a friend who is connected with a modeling agency that you are interested in, why not try to get the number of the agency and ask when these open castings are? Joining modeling competitions is also a good way to get noticed. Although I would suggest that before you join one try to ask around which of the existing modeling competitions you think would fit your personality. There’s Bodyshots, MTV Fashionista, and SuperModel of the world among others.
Starting your career
Unless you already live in the big city, you will most likely have to move there after you've signed with an agency. The reason is because most of your gigs and projects would be within the metro. The start of a modeling career is a very difficult time. You have to have a strong character and something that your agency can sell to their clients. Again everything in modeling is about you being able to promote and sell products for their clients. Most models would start feeling insecure and weak. Most models don’t get jobs at first. Even well known models at first didn’t get to where they are right now without having to go through the same process as every model undergoes.
So you have an agency… now what? Well a life of a model is a 24/7 job. Amidst the glam and the fame modeling is no joke. If you really wanna make it big you have to work for it. Plus an agency can not be there to protect you 24 a day 7 days a week. There are stories of models who were drugged and violated by people they just recently met or have been given promises by people who they think can give them the moon. Frankly speaking models tend to believe and trust easily. I know some models who are snob and don’t talk and trust people easily because they have experienced such in the past. Of course the models who make it are those who are ambitious and who are willing to sacrifice a lot for the profession. They go to screenings / auditions on time and don’t complain that much when it comes to work. Most of those who don’t make it are those who don’t take modeling as a job.
To be continued...
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