Pursuing a modeling career?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I was a model. A low-level one in Chicago -- think dance wear catalogs and fur salon shows and car shows, lol. But I did a few good projects and got a couple of national commercials.

Modeling is the opposite of the rest of the work world -- the men are second-class citizens, making far less money and often treated poorly. In much of print work they are simply foils to the woman in the picture. And there is far less work all around for them.

I wish I could tell you how to get started, but I can't, I was modeling in the 90s -- things are so different nowadays with the rise of the influencer. But I would say this: first things first, he needs to learn his angles before thinking about putting a portfolio together.

And how do you do that?

David Suh. He teaches this.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:When my son was younger, he was interested in getting into modeling though it was for a brief period of time so I only have a few takeaways to offer.

I wouldn’t place my bets on modeling school - even one that also doubles as an agency (like Barbizon used to.)
I think that modeling schools try to present themselves as being very selective on who can attend but I personally feel that they basically accept anyone who is willing to shell out a huge amount of ca$h.

Also some modeling schools will hold open “casting” calls claiming they are looking for new/fresh talent but in reality these are just ways they try to gain pupils w/stars in their eyes. 🤩

I would research legitimate modeling agencies in your area and contact those that have a reputable reputation.
Keep in mind that modeling agencies tend to be in larger cities such as LA, NYC, etc. vs. the Midwest.

Best of luck to your son OP!

Modeling schools are a waste of money. And they will take anyone's money. And flatter them to get it. They are in the business of selling classes and selling (usually terrible) photographs.

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Yes modeling schools are most definitely scams.
They tend to prey on the dreams & vulnerabilities of people.
Besides if a person needs lessons or training then any reputable modeling agency can provide that.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:He needs to be willing to be gay for pay.

This. No way would I want him in this industry. They will chew him up and spit him out. Avoid at all costs. He is young and naive..tell him he needs to use his brain for a living then his career will last much longer.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:He needs to be willing to be gay for pay.

Wrong.

Haven’t you ever heard of the “casting couch?” Been around for decades..just google it.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:When my son was younger, he was interested in getting into modeling though it was for a brief period of time so I only have a few takeaways to offer.

I wouldn’t place my bets on modeling school - even one that also doubles as an agency (like Barbizon used to.)
I think that modeling schools try to present themselves as being very selective on who can attend but I personally feel that they basically accept anyone who is willing to shell out a huge amount of ca$h.

Also some modeling schools will hold open “casting” calls claiming they are looking for new/fresh talent but in reality these are just ways they try to gain pupils w/stars in their eyes. 🤩

I would research legitimate modeling agencies in your area and contact those that have a reputable reputation.
Keep in mind that modeling agencies tend to be in larger cities such as LA, NYC, etc. vs. the Midwest.

Best of luck to your son OP!

Modeling schools are a waste of money. And they will take anyone's money. And flatter them to get it. They are in the business of selling classes and selling (usually terrible) photographs.

+ 💯

Yes modeling schools are most definitely scams.
They tend to prey on the dreams & vulnerabilities of people.
Besides if a person needs lessons or training then any reputable modeling agency can provide that.

Good luck, be careful and make sure he has a back up plan. Once he indicates his interest, he’ll get lots of invitations to agencies and programs that “for the small price of $X” will help prepare his portfolio. In reality, they prey on young people — and their parents — convincing them to spend thousands of dollars with little results.

[Anonymous]

Get photos
send them to agents

[Anonymous]

Make sure he’s willing to take it up the pooper. It’s a prerequisite for men looking to get into that industry.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:When my son was younger, he was interested in getting into modeling though it was for a brief period of time so I only have a few takeaways to offer.

I wouldn’t place my bets on modeling school - even one that also doubles as an agency (like Barbizon used to.)
I think that modeling schools try to present themselves as being very selective on who can attend but I personally feel that they basically accept anyone who is willing to shell out a huge amount of ca$h.

Also some modeling schools will hold open “casting” calls claiming they are looking for new/fresh talent but in reality these are just ways they try to gain pupils w/stars in their eyes. 🤩

I would research legitimate modeling agencies in your area and contact those that have a reputable reputation.
Keep in mind that modeling agencies tend to be in larger cities such as LA, NYC, etc. vs. the Midwest.

Best of luck to your son OP!

Modeling schools are a waste of money. And they will take anyone's money. And flatter them to get it. They are in the business of selling classes and selling (usually terrible) photographs.

+ 💯

Yes modeling schools are most definitely scams.
They tend to prey on the dreams & vulnerabilities of people.
Besides if a person needs lessons or training then any reputable modeling agency can provide that.

this.
an editor friend showed me the "catalogs" from modeling schools.
those poor deluded fools w pathetic headshots