I need contact info for modeling agencies in chicago to represent a woman like me...?

Question

I'm in my late 20's, approaching 30. I've been told I look as young as 26, and as old as 34. I modeled a tad bit while in college (signed with an agency in Milwaukee and got some commercial work). I'm African American, 5'8 1/2", and after three kids have gone from a size 4 to a 8/10. I would love to get back in the industry. Should I keep the weight on and do "plus size" modeling? Will any agencies in Chicagoland represent me as I am? Should I lose some pounds and make myself over to appear younger?

Answer 1

Check out models.com for info on agencies in your area and very frank feedback.

Answer 2

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.

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.

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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.

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Answer 3

Well actually I don't know of any modeling agency in the Chicago area but I do know of one agency that goes to every state. I don't know what they're limits are on ages though. The website is really crappy but I hope it helps you some! Good luck on your modeling career!

Answer 4

You obviously have the ambition to be a model, but lets get your foot in the door first.
You need a great portfolio...do you have one yet?
Then sale yourself to the agency's and keep sticking it too them until one recognizes what you have.
Don't turn down any modeling job. It helps you establish yourself...even if it is for clothes at the Mall stores. get your self noticed and also do not rely totally on modeling to be your future. Go to College and be creative in your work. Success is great in America, but you have to take one giant leap to get there.