Why Should you be a Model? A List of the Perks of Modeling.

Becoming a model is a dream many girls out there, and for good reason.

Imagine wearing clothes from the hottest designers, walking down the runways of Paris, Milan, and New York, and starring on the cover of Vogue or Elle. Sounds like a dream right?

However, if you really want to become a model, it should be pointed out that behind all the glitz and glamour associated with the industry is a world where only the strong survive, where those that fail to persevere fail, and those with frail hearts go home crying. Becoming a model is by no means easy—just the task of signing up with modeling agencies in New York can be frustrating.

But the point of this article is not to dissuade you from being model—in fact, it’s quite the opposite.

Below are some perks that come with being a model.

Free Stuff

Models get a lot of free stuff on top of their take home pay. Many clients, comprised of businesses and other organizations, not only pay you for modeling, but also give some of their products for free. Many of these businesses offer makeup and clothes, so it’s a great way to build your closet. Besides these items, you can also get free professional photographs, which you can include in your portfolio, and invites to the hottest events in town, just to name a few.

Incredible Experiences 

Modeling isn’t just about money and fame, it’s also about molding yourself into a better person through your once-in-a-lifetime experiences. The opportunity to travel, to work with people, and to step out of your comfort zone allows you to discover things about yourself that you didn’t even know.

Travel

This definitely deserves a special mention. Models who manage to find success get the opportunity to travel not just outside of their town, city, or state, but also outside of the country. Imagine trooping down to the Caribbean for a photo shoot, going to Paris for Fashion week, or staying in a hotel in New York, free of charge for work.

Salary

Models, even those who haven’t hit the big time quite yet, can make decent money. Even if you just work part-time as a model or work freelance, you can make enough money to pay your rent and utilities. Heck, you can even work your way through college. Models can make anywhere between $200 to $1,000 for every job—higher if you manage to sign yourself up with one of the high-profile modeling agencies in New York.