i want to start modeling...?

Question

I would like to start modeling. I am 13 and want to go to Florida University and then to med. school. My mom was the first one with the idea b/c she knew she wouldnt be able to put me throught college AND med school. Does anyone know of any great modeling agencies/agents ANYWHERE! idc i need the money. (at least in the US)

Answer 1

I have heard a lot of bad thing about SOME (not all) modelling agencies and how they make you pay for photos and photo sessions before they take you on then never give you any work. Always check with the local Better Business Bureau in teh US or Trading Standards in the Uk or Similar organisation elsewhere.

NEVER GO ON YOUR OWN ALWAYS TAKE YOUR PARENTS!!!! BE VERY CAREFUL WHAT YOU SIGN!!!

I think a better starting place before you go to agencies is if you have a friend who is reasonable with a camera (do not have to be a professional or even that good just okay) Just take 100 photos of yourself in different poses, clothing and backgrounds then pick out 10-20 nice photos. You can then use this as a portfolio, and even better instead of printing them which cost you money every time, host them on a website and get some business cards print with the website address on and just hand these out instead. This is a far cheaper way of doing it and with no RISK. You should never have to pay to get a job if you do there is a high chance it is a scam.

However if you would like a personal portfolio site please contact me and I will set you on up for free. I can design you a fully personalised flash website with as much or little information and then host it for you. This site can contain a gallery of your photos, personal information, list of work, contact details, etc or if you prefer just a couple of photos and nothing else. It can be password protected and all images will be protected as is humanly possible, or the photos can be available to download.


Examples of work can be provided on request. Just message me here if you want, I am a professional website designer but have lots of free time (and enough money) so I am currently doing free sites for small bands, small artist etc, basically anyone who could not afford them otherwise. I have my own hosting server so can offer hosting servers or you can host the site yourselves. No images sent to me will be used for anything other than your site and I will not give anyone your detail or link to the site. You will have complete control and the site can be removed or changed at any time. This is not a scam and I will design a site for FREE, I do not need the money, and enjoy working. If you do want it message me you can tell me what you want and how you want it done and I will help.

I will need to speak to your parents and make sure that they know what is happening and agree with it before i do any work, sorry but it is a legal issue.

Answer 2

How tall are you?Most agents expect you to be at least 5'8"
They do make exceptions IF you are extraordinarilly beautiful and that exception is only an inch (5'7" the shortest). There are open calls in NYC. There are: Elite, Wilhelmina, Ford, Click Model Management, IMG, Innovative Artists, 1 Model Management,Code Model Management, Boss, DNA Model Management, Karin, T Management, Major, Fushion, Marilyn, Women, Q, Gilla Roos, and New York.


IMG Models: open call: thurs. 10:30-11
Next Management: open call: wed. 10:30-11
Wilhelmina: open call:wed. 3-4
Fushion:open call:fri 3-4
Elite:open call:mon 3PM
Q: open call:thurs 10-11
New York:open call:thurs 10:30-11:30
Ford:open call:first monday of every month 3PM

Remember, not every agent has a teen division or a division that might suit you. You should always call and find out. First, know what division you are going into and be realistic. Do your homework. Bring 2 photos (one headshot, one bodyshot in a bikini or tight clothing) to open calls. You may or may not want to get a portfolio done but you certainly don't need it.

Good Luck

Here are some websites that maybe helpful:

www.jurgita.com

http://www.dannysteyn.com/how-do-i-get-started-as-a-model.htm

http://www.modelingadvice.com/

Answer 3

DON'T DO IT ! It is a road to nowhere. There is no difference between modeling and prostitution. Both are selling your body for money. In both you degrade yourself into a sexual object.

No good can come from it. I'm sure once you get a taste of the money you'll forget all about college and med school.

Do yourself a favor and get a real part time job and work and save for college. Stop trying to look for short-cuts they will only lead you to trouble.!

Answer 4

try being a model on magazines try going to Jc penny or nordstorm on the internet and ask for a position on modeling their teenage clothes

Answer 5

i don't think u could start modeling because u r just 13. maybe u could try later.i think they only choose people who go throuhg college