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  • While your appearance and how you photograph are crucial to a modeling agent when they are considering putting you under contract, agents also take into account aspects of your personality and lifestyle.

    Punctuality

    Being on time is crucial. People who are late for modeling jobs cost companies money, so arrive 15 minutes early for your interview.

    Natural Appearance

    Models should wear minimal makeup when meeting with an agent, so that the agent can see how they look naturally and determine what modeling work is appropriate for their features.

    Portfolio

    Your portfolio must be up to date. Don't include contact sheets (all the sample photos from a photo shoot) or outtakes from modeling sessions---only present your best shots.

    Body Art

    Tattoos or body piercings like nose rings are a disadvantage: Agents might not sign would-be models because it will require extra work to cover their body art for jobs.

    Attitude

    Aspiring models need to be professional, mature, dedicated and willing to take constructive criticism. They must have a strong sense of self-worth to succeed in the business.

    Source:

    HiddenAngels.com: How Do I Become a Model?

    BobPardue.com: 5 Steps to Winning a Model Agency Contract

    JoeEdelman.com: 10 Mistakes NOT to Make When Presenting Yourself to a Modeling Agency

    More Information:

    MinxModels.com: Agent Interview

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