How to become a Model
A Portfolio
A portfolio consists of a collection of photographs(around 20, should be fine) that display your potential as a model. This is what helps you bag the best assignments! While having your picture taken, ensure that the photographs cover a gamut of emotions and backdrops.
To present the portfolio, you need a presentation folder, good prints and a CD (Compact Disk) too. The pictures should be 12″ * 8″, and a combination of black and white as well as colored pictures.
A Composite Card
You should also get yourself a Comp(Composite) card, Model card or Zed card.(They all mean the same) It is a model’s card, which is usually A5 or 51/2″ * 81/2″ with a head shot and your name on the front. It also includes smaller shots and basic statistics and information about the kind of work you are looking for. Get your comp card printed on your own. Do not depend on the modeling agency, as they will print their logo on it. This might deter other agencies from giving you work.
An Agency
The next thing on your agenda is to register with an agency. The work of an agency is to provide models to paying clients. To do this they charge a commission from the client. It is important to look for one that is reliable. To find out about agencies,where they are located and if they are reliable, you need to get on the Internet or ask around. Once you have found an agency, phone and make an appointment to visit them.
Your first meeting.
When you walk in through the door, be clear as to what you would like to know. Ask them questions like, who their models are?What kind of assignments they specialize in?
If they like you and things proceed further, do take a look at the offer carefully. Make sure everything is written down in the agreement. If you have a doubt of any kind,
you could show it someone you trust.
With your portfolio, comp card and agreement in place, the world is your stage. Dreams are now ready to turn into reality, tears of joy fall from your eyes…
