How are models discovered?


Everyday someone notices eyes, bone structure, the planes of a face, or a great look. The words "You should be a model" are heard and a path may start. With stars in their eyes they start a path which will have all the feel of a roller coaster. A hard climb feeling of success and lows.

What next?


Here are my recommendations. These are based upon my personal interviews with fellow models, my readings, and what I believe it takes to succeed in this field. Read them. Think about them. Combine these thoughts with other articles on this and other sites and then plan your modeling career. You will find authors will different viewpoints and definitions. Also get updated about modelling on

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Does that mean that one person is wrong or mis-leading you? Not necessarily. We all have different experiences and thus we developed different perceptions. It is my hope that when you have completed your studies you will find a concensus and have a plan which works for you. You are an individual who lives in your particular part of the world and with your limitations. There is no one formula.
Overnight success stories are rarely true. Someone may seem to rocket to the top overnight but you can rest assured that it was not an accident. Every career has its own demands and unique sacrifices. Most aspiring models don't realize there is a lot of work involved and they get frustrated when things don't move quickly. If you are informed and you have a plan you will be better prepared for the roller coaster. You need to be physically, mentally and emotionally prepared for what this career will take. It is critical to understand the industry as a whole and in your part of the world to succeed in this career.

Nice info. and thanks

This should throw more light on the topic, what do you guys think.



* ADVERTISING AGENCY

creates advertising campaigns for clients, selects models.

* ART DIRECTOR

artist who creates layout for ads, illustrates model's poses.

* BLOCKING

the actual physical movements by actors in any scene.

* BLOW­UP

enlargement photo from a negative or slide.

* BOOKER

person at agency who sets appointments for models.

* BOOK OUT

when you tell your agency that you are unavailable to work for certain day(s).

* BUYOUT

advance payment for future use of a print ad or a commercial for a specific period of time.

* CASTING

choosing models/actors for a specific job

* CATALOGUE MODELING

posing for mail order items for major retailers.

* CATTLE CALL

several agencies send many models of the same general type to a casting session.

* COMMENTARY

script used to describe clothes for a fashion show.

* COMMERCIAL

promotional advertisement on TV, radio or other media.

* COMMISSION

a percentage of model's fee required as payment to agency.

* COMPOSITE CARD

card with 3­5 photos of model and their details to promote and distribute to prospective clients.

* CREATIVE DIRECTOR

ad agency employee who determines the model type.

* FADS

an overdone fashion; passing craze.

* FASHION COORDINATOR

puts fashion shows outfits together in retail stores.

* FIT MODELING

modelling the original sample garment to test for sizing ­ clients chose a model whose measurements match the sample size exactly.

* FORMAL FASHION SHOW, RUNWAY SHOW

invited audience, stage, music; models walk down runway to show designer clothing.

* FREELANCE

modelling for many clients without agency representation.

* FULL­:LENGTH SHOT

head to toe photograph.

* HEADSHEET

agency sheet, poster, or book of models they represent that goes to prospective clients.

* HIGH FASHION

extreme, chic, sophisticated model type.

* ILLUSTRATION MODEL

poses for artists.

* INFORMAL FASHION SHOW

in stores or restaurants, walk around, no runway

* LINE­UP

Position of model and garment in a fashion show.

* LOCATION

assignment site outside the studio.

* MARKET WEEK

4­6 times per year when seasonal clothing lines are shown to buyers.

* MODEL BAG

a large tote in which you carry all your makeup and working essentials.

* MODEL RELEASE

contract in which the model gives permission to use the photo as the client specifies.

* MODEL AGENCY

represents model for employment and receives a percentage of the bookings.

* MONOLOGUE

a scene performed by one person for a client, that reflects a particular mood and demonstrates your acting talent.

* OPEN CALL

casting when the client sees all models suitable for the type requested.

* PORTFOLIO

casebook which show the model at his/her photogenic best and samples of their work (tearsheets).

* PRINTWORK

photography taken for catalogue and mail order, books, brochures, ads for magazines or newspapers, magazine covers, commercial photography for household products, business products and services, glamour products.

* PROOF

intermediate stage of photo development from which you can chose best poses.

* PUBLIC RELATIONS

creating an image of a product or service in the eyes of the public, mainly through newspaper articles.

* RESIDUALS

additional money paid when a piece runs in repeat.

* ROUNDS

calling on prospective clients for photography and television.

* RUNWAY

a narrow raised platform on which the model shows the clothing.

* SCOUT

to look for prospective models from other, smaller agencies, other locations.

* SHOWROOM WORK

manufacturer's showcase of a clothing line to buyers using live models ­ when the seasonal clothing designs are being shown.

* SLATE

to state your name on camera before your commercial audition.

* SPEC SHOT

photographer's idea of a comp, which he/she hopes to sell to the client.

* SPOKESPERSON

model chosen to explain the features of a product/service.

* STATS

Statistical information of a model, including measurements, size, height, etc

* STOCK PHOTOGRAPHER

one whose work is not for a specific client or job, but whose photos get listed in a general catalogue by number for any client to select.

* STORYBOARD

artwork that shows each scene of a commercial.

* STROBE

light unit used by a photographer.

* TESTIMONIAL

celebrity declaration to the value of a product/service; improvisational endorsement of a product or service that the actor has officially tested, used and approved.

* TEST SHOTS; TEST PHOTOGRAPHY

free or low cost photos used to build a beginning portfolio 3/4.

* SHOTS

photo from head to mid thigh.

* TRADE SHOWS

industry promotional display of products/services usually in a hotel or convention centre.

* TRANSPARENCIES

the slide forms of a photograph.

* TRUNK SHOW

informal modeling of one specific designer line, usually in a store or small boutique.

* USAGE

additional fees for higher exposure, like a billboard or national use.

* WEATHER PERMIT

a location job that is dependent on fair weather, may be cancelled the day before or that morning.

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Great information.

Being a model is one of my dreams but it will never happened.

Sad for me

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