Teenage Model

Many teens dream of being a teenage model, but they don’t know anything about the business. The following information will help you decide if a modeling career is for you.

How do you know whether you are teenage model material or not? Many parents tell their children that they are beautiful, and no doubt, many of them are. However, what is beautiful to a parent or relative isn’t always what the modeling industry is looking for. Let’s be honest; models are chosen because they either have unusual looks or are what most people would consider beautiful by any standard. People hire models to draw attention to something they are selling, be it clothing, makeup or cars. The model should be pleasing to look at and help a consumer remember the product. A good example of this is the Guess Jeans and Calvin Klein ads. Consumers know what to expect when they see these particular ads and modeling agents know exactly what type of model to send on these assignments.

Still think you are teenage model material? It is time to look at the other requirements, besides a beautiful face. Height isn’t the only pre-requisite to a modeling career anymore, since people can be a body-part model, petite model and plus-size model. However, if you have your heart set on being a runway model you should be at least 5’ 10” or taller.

Weight also plays a big part in the modeling business, but not as much as it previously did. Since last year, Europe started banning models that were severely underweight. The starved-to-death look is fading because people want to see healthier looking models, and this is good news for everyone. Still, don’t expect to land modeling gigs if you are overweight, unless you are a plus-sized model. The majority of clothing models are a size 4 to 6, though many jeans models are a size 10 to 12. It all depends on the type of modeling that you will be doing.

If you believe you have what it takes, you should also know what the business itself requires, besides your looks. Teens sometimes believe that they can land great modeling jobs while in school without sacrificing anything. They may think they can say “no” to modeling jobs because they have a game or will be in a play. It is very important to know that modeling is a business, not something you can choose to do whenever you want. Once you have an agent, accepting job assignments is about the only way you can expect more to be sent your way. If you turn down jobs because you are too busy doing other things, your agent may loose interest in your career. It is an all-or-nothing type of business.

Having an agent doesn’t guarantee modeling jobs. It is the agent’s job to send photos to someone looking for a particular type of model. Many agencies in an area may send dozens or even hundreds of model photos to a business. Out of those photos, one or several models will be chosen for a look-see (think of this as a job interview). The model will then go in person to the business to discuss the job. At this point the model may, or may not, be chosen for the job. The agent can only send your photo out to businesses requesting models; they can’t make the business hire you.

An agent shouldn’t charge you anything for representing you. Legitimate agents won’t ask you to put down a deposit or pay them anything in order to get an agency contract. It is also important to avoid any modeling agencies that require you to pay for modeling, makeup or acting classes through them. Legitimate agents will be paid when they get you a job.

If you live in a rural area and there are no agents around, you’ll simply have to look further if modeling is your dream. Keep searching for agents until you find one, even if you have to look at a town 100 miles away. Try using Yellow Pages.com to find listings for modeling agencies in your area.

Don’t expect a modeling agent to track you down to give you a contract. Even if you are the most beautiful girl or gorgeous guy in town you’ll still have to do the work and track down an agent yourself. If you are underage, you’ll also have to have your parent’s consent to work. Make sure your parents are aware of your modeling desires before you start sending out your photos and resume to prospective agents. Often times your parents will have to drive you to modeling jobs, so you’ll have to include them in your plans.

Prospective teenage models should seriously consider all facets of a modeling career before they invest their time in this choice. Make sure that your parents are included in the decision process. Finally, understand that modeling is a job and it will come first above all other activities, including sports, drama and even prom. A modeling career is tough, but it certainly has its rewards.

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