It’s no surprise that many parents are interested in getting their child into the modeling industry. According to Job Monkey, models can make between $100 and $250 per hour depending on the demand for the child’s look and the child’s experience level in the industry. These figures sound exciting, but there are some factors to consider before committing your time and money to this career. The first thing you need to consider is that child modeling is not for every child. Yes, your child may be beautiful, but there is more to modeling than beauty. A child model must have a unique look and a positive attitude. If your child’s photos do not show personality or you have a child who is very difficult to work with, this may not be the career for him or her. Also modeling is a time consuming, full time job. You will need to be committed to spending many hours at photo shots and interviews.
So do you think your child has what it takes?…
Once you have made the decision to turn your child into a model, start searching. Your child needs to learn how to be a professional model. This means taking classes, going to modeling seminars or a modeling school. Milwaukee has numerous modeling schools to choose from. Barbizon Milwaukee Model and Talent Agency is a modeling school and management company that teaches children how to model and keep up a professional image. If you do not have the money to go that route, then do at home instruction. Look at magazines and books. There are also many online sites that teach modeling poses and walks.
The next step is to start a portfolio. Your child will need some starter photos to take to casting calls and interviews, so agents will have an idea of how your child photographs. These photos do not need to be expensive. These starter photos are not your final professional portfolio pictures. Go to your local Sears or Wal-Mart store and get a package with various poses.
Try to find modeling and talent agencies to interview your child. An agent is a must for this industry. Do research to find a reputable agent to work with you. Try Ford Model or Jennifer’s Talent Unlimited in downtown Milwaukee. If your child is what they are looking for they will assist you with finding a photographer and with portfolio costs. Legitimate agents will generally charge a small yearly program fee and a monthly maintenance fee for your child’s webpage. If you find an agency that requests you pay huge upfront administrative and course fees, be leery. There are many agency scammers out there who take upfront fees and disappear. There are also agencies that take numerous upfront fees and never truly try to find your child work.
Be patient. Getting your child’s first jobs may take time, but it will be worth it.
JobMonkey, “Modeling Industry Earnings Potential”, JobMonkey Inc
Reference:
- www.associatedcontent.com/article/734023/tips_for_avoiding_acting_and_modeling.html?c
- www.associatedcontent.com/article/15701/breaking_into_a_modeling_career_without.html?
