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Step 1
Give your tween the cold hard facts. Let her know that her chances of becoming a model are slim. If she is still very interested in being a model, resolve to make it a project you will do together as long as it continues to be a fun, positive experience.
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Step 2
Evaluate your contacts. There may be a chance that you know someone who is already modeling or who had modeled. Most stories you hear about getting started in modeling will tell you that the model knows someone or met someone who "discovered" them. If your contact cannot get your tween started in modeling, they will at least be able to give you advice on getting them started.
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Step 3
Go door to door. Look for modeling agencies in your area or in the closest major city and verify that they are legitimate with the Better Business Bureau websites. New York, Atlanta, Florida, and California will have the most legitimate modeling agencies. Call to make an appointment or find out when their open calls are. Take your tween to see them at the appointed times.
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Step 4
If your tween is truly model material, model scouts will approach her. It is your job to take their information, go to an appointment or two and to determine if they are a scout for a legitimate modeling agency or not.
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Step 5
Groom your tween to be a model. Help her to perfect her posture, to find her best smile, to take care of her skin and to stay fit. Look for one-time model workshops available in the form of summer camps. Avoid modeling schools that will teach her for an undetermined length of time and they are just out to take your money.
Comments
ntraldzigns said
on 6/29/2009 My daughter has been modeling since she was 13 months old and I never had to pay anything like that. Model Inc are not Agents,thy are Brokers that shop your child to different Agencies,this is something you can do yourself. What state do you live in I can give you some referals. Comp cards are not that expensive,if you need some more info you may contact me at candilist@gmail.com
AHermitt said
on 11/29/2008 Your husband is right...don't trust anyone you have to pay.
aissatabah said
on 11/26/2008 WHAT ABOUT MODELS INC? DO U KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT THEM? MY 2.5 YR SON WAS PICKED AND THEY WANTED ME TO PAY $1,250 AFTER JUST SIGNING A CONTRACT FOR 1YR. AND THE PHOTOSHOOT WAS SET FOR ALMOST A MONTH IN ADVANCE. THE MONEY IS FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS TO TAKE PICS OF HIM, HAIR AND STYLIST, MAKE-UP, 50 COMP CARDS THAT WE KEEP, AND THEY MANAGE YOUR PICS ONLINE FOR THE YEAR. MY HUSBAND DOESNT TRUST IT.
DO U KNOW OF WEBSITES WHERE I CAN POST PROFESSIONAL PICS OF HIM SO THAT SCOUTS CAN SEE FOR THEMSELVES AND CONTACT ME? I LIVE IN CHARLESTON, SC WE DON'T HAVE MUCH OF THESE THINGS HERE.
THANX
AHermitt said
on 2/27/2008 I disagree with this comment. Beware of an agency that will charge you to have photos done by their photographer.
DaniaDenise said
on 2/27/2008 Not all modeling agencies pay for their new models to put together a portfolio. It is a normal process to have the model cover the costs of printing and the shoot with photographer. However, you should only do so if you are already signed and have a contract. If an agency requires you to pay for your portfolio and photoshoot before signing, they are not a legit agency.