Model advice
Tips for upcoming models
Just Starting and Concerned:
If you are worried or just simply nervous about first contact with clients,
photographers or agencies then we can act on your behalf. We can initiate
first contact, verify authenticity and handle all correspondence on
your behalf, for these services we will act as your agent and payment
for these services will be nominal. Most models on WWG
are already established and experienced, they have a dedicated team
or network in place behind them and know the business that they are
in. These models have direct contact numbers and emails for the client
on our site and can confidently manage themselves, all we are offering
here is an option for upcoming models to feel more secure until they
have reached that stage.
What does it take?
It's difficult to describe the specific needs for successful modelling,
the average catwalk and high end model will usually have to be minimum
5’10 women and 6’0” men. They will also generally
be of slim build. These are the models that you might see at fashion
shows or seminars, for more information about catwalk modelling and
what it takes go to: www.cafefashion.com
WWG however is based in the Glamour
side of modelling, to be successful in this field you only need to have
that something special, photogenic qualities, the right attitude, the
correct look for the correct job, and there are no height or statistical
boundaries. You can be just as successful at 5’0” as you
can at 5’11”.
Another criteria is the starting age. Applicants can be of almost any
age, for the most part the starting age is 16+ going through to 40 somethings,
please don’t be put off by your age when deciding whether to contact
us.
How do I gain experience?
As with most things in life "learning by doing", is the best
way to gain sufficient experience. Although you don’t receive
any financial gain, time for print (TFP) can often help build your portfolio
and your ease in front of the camera. Models must learn to fit the desires
of the photographers, regarding the composition of the shots, and react
accordingly, this is when you will move up to higher level.
How do I build my portfolio?
We never recommend going straight into expensive photo shoots and getting
the full leather bound portfolio (unless you have been approached by
an agency or agent and have these things produced through them). A laser-copy
or inexpensive flyers are usually sufficient for you to send via mail.
We do believe that online portfolios (or especially our mini-portfolios!)
make good sense. If they are with a company such as WWG
that are willing to update from time to time they offer the best way
to get your shots seen by a photographer or agent.
After you have gained sufficient experience then we would recommend
the production of your own Model book - where you collect your photos,
past experience and clientele. Your Model book will be your portfolio,
for showing customers your variability and specialities (e.g. figure,
hair, etc.).
The better and more in-depth your Model book becomes, especially editorial
publications, the higher your daily fee will be.
For those of you interested in joining our site please
contact us here.
