How to Be a Male Catalog Model
Fashion catalogs use male models to display clothing that is created for the male demographic. Unlike the supermodels that are used during runway events and featured in fashion magazines, catalog models look more like "everyday" people. Men can find catalog opportunities through talent agencies and various management firms. Does this Spark an idea?
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Develop your appearance to fit the needs of the selected catalog. While catalog models may not be held to the same standards of supermodels, they are still expected to maintain a healthy weight, be clear of skin blemishes and sport appropriate haircuts. Work out regularly to maintain the expected fitness and weight requirements. Catalogs will have different expectations based on the demographic of the readers, so you must match that appearance.
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Create a portfolio of yourself in different types of clothing such as casual, sports and formal attire. Photography studios are available to create professional portfolios of your images. Organize a printed copy of all your images in a professional folder and back up all the files on a computer. You can also create a webpage to display your online portfolio.
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Submit your portfolio to talent agencies that assist models. The agents will help disperse your portfolio to different organizations that are looking for male models. The agencies can also put you into contact with professionals to help with your physical appearance, which will help you procure more modeling opportunities.
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Contact the issuers of the catalog in which you'd like to appear to inquire about modeling opportunities and to submit your portfolio. These companies may accept direct requests from models.
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Tips & Warnings
Use social media platforms such as Facebook to establish your online portfolio and spread it throughout the modeling industry. Many models use their personal pages to gather a fan following and display their most recent images.
