How to Create a Modeling Resume

Fashion models should have a resume that highlights their work experience.

Just like everyone else in the working world, models should have a resume in addition to the portfolio. Some clients request a resume so that they can see the other clients for which you have worked. Agency represented models may or may not have an online version of their resume and a portfolio, but it may be beneficial if you're a freelance model to have a resume to go along with your portfolio.

Things You'll Need

• Microsoft Word
• Contact Info
• Statistics/Measurements
• List of Previous Work & Names of Clients

Instructions

1. Position your name and contact information at the top of the page. Your name should be bolded and in a larger font than the rest of the resume.

2. Add a small headshot on your resume under or next to your name. This is not necessary, but it may be beneficial if you aren't sending a portfolio. The picture should be sized so it is visible, but so it doesn't overwhelm the resume. Use only one photo. If you're a swimsuit or fitness model, you may choose to send a full body shot instead of a headshot.

3. After listing your name and contact information, list your stats and measurements. The must-have information you need to include is: height, weight, age, bust, waist, hips, shoe size, inseam, eye color and hair color. Ethnicity is optional.

4. Divide your resume into bolded sections based on the work you've done such as print advertisements or editorial spreads, runway work, promotional modeling, video or television. Under each section headline, make a bulleted list of each experience. Always include the name of the project, your title or role, and the name of the company or the director.

5. Add special skills or training underneath your experience section. List everything from acting and modeling classes to any training or participation in such things as ballet, sports or musical instruments. This section, while optional, can be very helpful in letting a client know your abilities outside of modeling. Some projects may require a model who can act, dance or sing. This information helps set you apart from the rest of the candidates.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep the fonts and formatting simple. Don't use fancy fonts or colors. Your experience should do the selling for you.

• Don't rely on the spell check. Double-check all names and make sure everything has its proper title and spelling. Ask a friend to read it over so you have a fresh pair of eyes to catch any typos or grammatical errors.

• Do not add borders or other distracting formatting. However, using a table to organize your information is fine.

References

• Extras For Moview: Modeling Sample Resume