How to join a modeling agency

You think you can be a model? That's great! You've already made the first step. You have the confidence that you can actually be a model. Once you've decided that you want to model, you should get organized. Although you may be resourceful and a good speaker, you still need assistance. Many models find a modeling agency to assist them with their careers.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Do your research. The best modeling agencies for new models are smaller, local ones. Go online and find at least three modeling agencies in your area. You want to find an agency that has an online presence so look for websites. This is one way to begin researching the agency. If their website looks shady, move on.

2. Contact the three agencies you've found and find out when they do their open calls. Modeling agencies are always open for new talented models and should have regular open calls. Get this information and set up a schedule for yourself.

3. Go to the agencies. When you go, wear an outfit that compliments your body type and skin tone. Don't wear a lot of makeup and be confident. Be personable and ask questions if you have them. Find out when they will let you know whether they want you to join their agency. Make a note of the time frame they give you.

4. Take notes on each agency. After each open call, take a few minutes to jot down some of the things you liked and some of the things you didn't like about each one. It will help in your ultimate decision.

5. Wait. You've done your part now you have to wait on them to do theirs.

6. If you don't hear from the agency in the allotted time frame given to you, follow up with them. However by now at least one of the agencies should have called you to give feedback. If they want to sign you, great! Set up the meeting, READ THE CONTRACT and join the agency. But if someone calls you and they don't want to sign you, brace yourself and ask why. Get the feedback to determine if modeling is indeed for you. If it is, practice to fix any problem areas and start the process all over again. It's not always easy to find a good agency, but with some effort and attention to detail, you can find one that best fits your needs and desires and be on your way to a career in modeling.

Tips & Warnings

• If a modeling agent asks you to do something you don't feel comfortable doing, don't do it. This is your career and you need to be at your best to be successful.

[zenways]

on 7/4/2009 Here's another great article!

http://www.squidoo.com/how-to-get-into-a-model-agency

It's more about the work required to prepare yourself and there's a follow up article!

[DaniaDenise]

on 2/27/2008 Most modeling agencies frown upon "follow ups." If they do not get back to you within a few weeks to a few months, that is a sign that your particular look is not one that they can market. You are usually free to resubmit at least 4-6 months after the first time. You may do more harm than good if you call an agent to ask if they want to sign you or not. Agencies do not have the time to respond to all inquiries and will only contact those they are interested in. If you ask a modeling agency why they don't want to sign you, expect a vague answer. Most will be rude if you press further. They are not obligated to give you details. If you attend an open call, that is the rare time when an agency will tell you whether they like your look or not and what you need to improve on, if anything.