so you wanna be a model

I. Learn about the industry
A. Types of models
1. Child models
2. Plus size models
3. Parts models (hands)
4. "Real life" models
5. Fashion models
B. What it takes to be a model
1. In females
a. Between 15 and 22
b. Tall (min of 5' 8")
c. Long Legged
d. Lean (108 lbs. to 125 lbs.)
2. In males
a. Between 18 and 25
b. 5' 11" to 6' 2"
c. 140lbs. to 160 lbs.
d. fit

II. Make your break
A. Get an agent
1. Scouts
2. Open call
3. Contact top agencies
a. Elite
b. Ford
c. IMG Models
d. Metropolitan
e. Next
f. Boss Models
B. Model search
C. Modeling Convention
D. Register on www.modelsandtalent.com

III. Avoid scams
A. Photographers who sell expensive portfolio shots before you approach any agencies.
1. Let the agency you sign up with arrange all the portfolio photography.
B. Fly-by-night "agencies"
1. Been around for a while
2. Add in yellow pages
3. Contact the BBB
C. Modeling school
1. No one has to go to a modeling school to model.
D. Sleazeballs
1. Flattery
2. Unusual fees
3. High-pressure tactics

IV. Build your career.
A. Have contingency plans
1. Have a second job.
2. don't skip college
B. The work is hard and fast paced
C. Have your own lawyer