How to Become a Male Model in England

Starting a career as a male model in England can prove challenging and consume time and energy, but the job can also equate to financial rewards. Modeling requires physical attributes and skills, depending on the category chosen. Male models in England can work in fashion, commercial, promotional and glamor modeling. Wannabe male models also need to have a character that will ensure success; hardworking, strong-willed, patient, outgoing, confident and resilient individuals succeed in this field.

Things You'll Need

• Jeans
• Plain T-shirt
• Camera
• Tape measure
• Email
• Photo printer
• Photo paper
• Envelopes
• Stamps

Instructions

Find an Agency

1. 

   Male topless models can garner some serious financial rewards in the U.K.

   Dress in jeans and a plain T-shirt to take snapshots of yourself using your camera. Use a blank background. Take head shots, as well as topless and full-length pictures.

2. 

   A similar tape measure to this one does the trick.

   Take your measurements with your tape measure. Measure your collar, chest, waist, hips and inside leg. You must also know your height as well as your U.K. clothing and shoe sizes.

3. Consult a list of recognized modeling agencies (see link in Resources section to view a list example).

4. Visit the agencies' websites to identify their requirements and application processes.

5. Send your snapshots by email if required. Print them on photo paper, using your photo printer and post them if that's the agency's application process. If agencies require a walk-in, print the pictures and bring them with you when visiting.

6. Find accommodation in England. Most agencies will reject your application if you are not in the country. If an agency really likes you, it might place you in a model's apartment, but this rarely occurs if no agency outside of England represents you.

7. Learn modeling jargon. Familiarize yourself with terms such as "composite card," "portfolio," "casting, "photo shoot," "call-back" and "booking" (see link in Resources section for definitions to some of these terms). Your agency will often use these terms and expect you to know them.

Once Agency Signed

1. 

   Male models must take excellent care of their body.

   Look after yourself. Your body and your face are your assets. Exercise, follow a healthy diet, avoid drugs and get enough sleep. If you don't, your agent may stop representing you.

2. Follow your agent's advice on hairstyle, look and attitude. Agents know the industry and will do their best to promote you effectively.

3. Conduct yourself professionally---show punctuality, patience, compliance, respect and focus. London offers major modeling opportunities for male models and presents a high level of competition. If you remain professional, clients will continuously book you.

4. 

   Finding your smile is the hardest part of modeling.

   Practice your catwalk, smiles and facial expressions.

5. Do your homework. Attend fashion shows, read fashion magazines. Know the names of designers, brands, producers and companies you might work for in the future.

Tips & Warnings

• You must always look flawless: perfect skin, clean nails and hair and fashionable clothes.

• If the agencies reject you, do not give up. Agencies might not need someone like you at the moment but might do in the future. Leave it for a few months and try again.

• Get accommodation in London or Manchester, as all agencies are centrally

• based.

• Invest in an A--Z map or a phone with a GPS.

• Approach modeling as real career; be professional, and you will be successful.

• Never pay to get into modeling; no amount of money can ensure that clients will book you, nor can even the best agent. If a modeling agency wants you, it will take you on without you having to pay. Beware of scams; many people thrive on banking on your dreams---especially in the modeling industry.

References

• Alba Model Information
• Association of Modelling Agents
• List of recognized English modeling agencies

Resources

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