Does anyone know much about babies in modeling or advertising?

[Anonymous]

I am sure I am going to get flamed for this, but here goes...

We have been told from the time DS was born how cute he was, what a sweet personality he has, etc. Many people have also said that he should be in advertising.

My initial reaction was a big "NO WAY", but over time, we have actually begun to consider it. I know, I can't believe it either. I just keep thinking that if we decided to do this, we could put away some much needed money for his college.

Does anyone have any insight into this? I'm interested both in information about how to get started as well as how it all goes. Is it hard on kids? Hard on the family schedule? Fun and worthwhile as a side thing, or hellish and time consuming? This would never be something we would do at the expense of his happiness or well being.

I can't believe we are even thinking about this, but we would appreciate any information or personal stories people may have.

[Anonymous]

If you live in NYC or LA, there are agencies you can apply to. There is no such industry in DC and you are too far to commute for auditions (they come up without much notice). If you are willing to move for ds's baby modeling career, then good luck!

[Anonymous]

My friend's 2 year old daughter models in Old Navy ads and the online catalogue. They live in San Francisco. She found an agent and went from there.

[Anonymous]

I'll withhold the flames and just say this. In DC, you'll have a harder time just accessing the modeling field for babies. Second, I do know someone who did this (in LA) and she quit because it was too hard on the kid's schedule. Shoots went through naps, etc. and they just don't care really about the child's wellbeing unless they're breaking a law or will get sued. They can always put makeup on or airbrush out dark circles. It's also overstimulating.

Aside from the money, do you think your baby would benefit from doing this?

[Anonymous]

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[Anonymous]

My DC has done a bunch of commercials over the years, but they really are far and few between as there isn't much of a market in this region. Also, when there is an audition, you get one or at the most two days advance notice and they are generally far away (like Baltimore) so they are a hassle to get to. My child enjoys it and it has been a good, fun experience overall. But if I'm honest, even though my DC doesn't seem to be bothered by the rejection when not chosen for a part, I get stressed out by it and I don't want to become one of those stage moms! I'm not sure how much longer we'll do it.

[Anonymous]

PP poster. Townsend Management as was posted above is good. Also, i've heard good things about Camera Ready Kids.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I am sure I am going to get flamed for this, but here goes...

We have been told from the time DS was born how cute he was, what a sweet personality he has, etc. Many people have also said that he should be in advertising.

My initial reaction was a big "NO WAY", but over time, we have actually begun to consider it. I know, I can't believe it either. I just keep thinking that if we decided to do this, we could put away some much needed money for his college.

Does anyone have any insight into this? I'm interested both in information about how to get started as well as how it all goes. Is it hard on kids? Hard on the family schedule? Fun and worthwhile as a side thing, or hellish and time consuming? This would never be something we would do at the expense of his happiness or well being.

I can't believe we are even thinking about this, but we would appreciate any information or personal stories people may have.

You have just contradicted yourself.

Sure, if you want your son (your SON???) to grow up thinking that being a skinny pretty boy is the ticket to success, you're heading in the right direction. Have fun with all of the other stage mamas....

[Anonymous]

OP, they do not pay well enough to think about college money.
There are tons of cute kids. Most kids are cute enough to model, few adults are, so kids get paid much less.
It can be hard on the kids.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Sure, if you want your son (your SON???) to grow up thinking that being a skinny pretty boy is the ticket to success, you're heading in the right direction. Have fun with all of the other stage mamas....

If anything, my son has learned at a fairly young age that when auditioning or interviewing for a job, that there are lots of other people around who want that job, too. Being a pretty, skinny boy actually isn't enough. You have to be personable, speak clearly and look people in the eye when talking with them. I think those are pretty good life lessons.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Townsend Management 301-297-7400

The don't answer their phone or return calls.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Sure, if you want your son (your SON???) to grow up thinking that being a skinny pretty boy is the ticket to success, you're heading in the right direction. Have fun with all of the other stage mamas....

If anything, my son has learned at a fairly young age that when auditioning or interviewing for a job, that there are lots of other people around who want that job, too. Being a pretty, skinny boy actually isn't enough. You have to be personable, speak clearly and look people in the eye when talking with them. I think those are pretty good life lessons.

Well, isn't that just fabulous for a young child to have already experienced.... the "sorry, you're not good enough" lesson.

[Anonymous]

eoes anyone know much about babies in modeling or advertising?

Only that their mothers are usually crazy....

[Anonymous]

You may end up spending more money (and time) trying to find an avenue for him to model then you will actually bring in. Everyone thinks their baby is especially cute, and props to you if you do have a cute baby, but there are a million babies out there in advertising. you might even get a job here or there, it's not going to be work your energy most likely. but, if you find the idea interesting and exciting, by all means check it out!