Modeling Tips to Give your Career a Boost

The modeling industry may look glamorous and fun, but underneath the glitz and glam is an industry that’s highly competitive, with many models vying to get signed with the top modeling agencies in New York and Los Angeles.

That said, it’s not surprising why many models will gladly jump at the opportunity to gain an edge over their peers, whether it’s through reading tips or knowing insider secrets about the industry.

Below are a few tips that should boost your modeling career.

1. Be On Time. Always. 

Tardiness seems to be a symptom of many models in the industry—little do they know that it actually hurts their career and puts them in a bad light in the eyes of photographers and agents. When attending open calls or appointments with agents from modeling agencies in New York, it’s important to make as best an impression of yourself in the eyes of your interviewers. Besides, punctuality is a basic factor in being professional.

2. Be Yourself

This actually means two things. First, agents and clients want to see the real you during an interview, so don’t go overboard with the makeup and outfits. Use as little and natural-looking a makeup you can when going to interviews and don’t be too fashion-forward with what you wear. Go for the classy, professional look.


Secondly, being yourself means just that—letting your personality shine in front of the agents and clients. Of course, being yourself doesn’t give you clearance to misbehave. Don’t chew gum, suck on a lollipop, or do anything inappropriate in a business setting.

3. Speak Up

In an interview, you want to exude confidence when speaking to the agent or client. Make it a point to speak in a clear and confidence manner when answering questions and telling the recruiter/agent about yourself. Relax and let your personality show, but don’t be sloppy—and by that I mean not slouching and giving a firm handshake.

4. Don’t Do Anything you’re Not Comfortable With

Many unscrupulous people and organizations pose as agencies looking to rip models off or at the very least, milk them for all their money. There are also those who harass models by goading them to do nude pictorials and other potentially embarrassing acts. Never get yourself forced into these situations and never allow yourself to do something you’re not comfortable with. Far too many models have fallen for this scam all because of their desire to get in the industry.