Another very important component of inspireHER is what I call ‘Shirts for HER.’ A portion of all inspireHER sales goes back to blessing girls and women in the community with free inspireHER shirts. To date, I’ve had the honor of blessing hundreds of girls and women with free inspireHER shirts – God is SO good!! XOXO
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CCG: Since you are a clothes designer and a model, would you mind telling us how your modeling career started?
Erica: I began acting/modeling about 10 years ago. I had always been interested in the entertainment field ever since I was a young teen, but it wasn't until I was older that I pursued that interest.
CCG: what advice would you give other girls who want to break into the industry?
Erica: My advice to younger girls wanting to pursue acting or modeling would be to have a parent or guardian help you do research on the legit modeling and acting agencies. There are tons of modeling "schools" out there that will promise you the world, however many of those businesses are most interested in charging you high fees and rates for them to represent you. That should never be the case when you are signed with a legit talent agency, with a credible reputation. Also, I would recommend asking around, and getting agency recommendations from people already in the industry. If you don't know anyone, I personally would be more than happy to give you some pointers if you're looking to submit to a modeling and/or acting agency - you can email me with your questions at [email protected]! XO
CCG: as a model/ actor what kind of things have you seen in the industry? Good and bad.
Erica: The industry can be extremely competitive, many local models and actors are many times auditioning and going after the same jobs. There are times when it can get very discouraging when you don't book a particular job. Whenever I audition for a job (and believe me there have been MANY, MANY that I've auditioned for and didn't land) I simply remind myself that it wasn't meant to be, and that God has another opportunity for me up ahead, and His timing is always best. I've met SO many wonderful people and families in the industry, and have had the opportunity to do lots of amazing jobs, which include lots of national commercials. And for that, I am grateful and blessed!
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