How to Put Together a Model's Resume
Professional models put together a portfolio that includes photographs and a bio. A modeling resume is included with the portfolio. A professional model's resume is often used in conjunction with a portfolio, but can also be distributed on its own. Putting together a professional resume should be one of the first steps you take on a career path to modeling.
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Instructions
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Select a resume design. Unlike traditional job resumes, a model has more flexibility in the type of resume she chooses. It's acceptable to have a simple graphic design or to use colors that aren't used in traditional resumes. That doesn't mean you should go overboard. Neon colors are still not recommended. Light colors (pink, gray, yellow, tan, white or blue) are acceptable colors. Keep the graphic elements simple, but adding a subtle border won't count against you.
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Write a short biographical note. This can be between 200 and 500 words and should give a brief overview of who you are, how and when you began to pursue modeling as a career and highlight some of your most prominent modeling assignments. Provide your birth date and your physical attributes. While this information isn't relevant in most jobs, it does come under consideration when you work as a model.
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Write a career objective. The career objective for a model may be as simple as "Seeking commercial exposure in the fashion industry with possibility of moving into television and film." In place of a career objective, you can write a biographical note that describes you in two or three sentences. Example: "Fashion model with a high level of exposure in national glossy magazines and catalogues." If you have an agency representation, include the name and contact information of the agency, along with the name of the contact who handles your career.
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List your past modeling experience. Unlike a traditional job resume, you do not need to start with the most recent and work your way back. In fact, it isn't necessary to list every modeling assignment you've ever had. The more the better, but you can be selective and tailor a resume toward a specific assignment. Separate your career history under categories such as "Print Ads," Theater" and "Catalogue Work." Include the names of the clients you did the work for and what type of work it was. There is no need to include assignment dates.
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Tips & Warnings
Always indicate there is a full portfolio available if the prospective client would like to see it.
