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First and foremost be professional return all phone calls promptly and confirm your appointments with your photographers , talent management companies or agents . Arrive to your bookings on time as calling at the last minute with an excuse is not acceptable with texting is a big no-no .

Investing in a good quality portfolio is a must for any wouldbe model as your portfolio is the tools of your trade and the first thing any booking agent see ’ s . It is essential that you hire a professional photographer to take your shoots as selfies will not do .

Practice makes perfect . Seasoned professionals are able to portray the image the campaign is attempting to create . So , practice expressions and poses in the mirror , or in front of a friend ' s camera until you are able to immediately convey an emotion or strike a pose instantly . If you are just starting out hire a modelling coach as these guys know the ins and outs of the modelling industry and will help guide you through poses and walking .

Stay abreast of the industry becoming a student of fashion and the emerging trends . One easy way to do this is to thumb through fashion magazines and subscribe to industry publications . On a personal basis learn and understand your body find out what cuts fit your body best . Recognize how certain fabrics flow and figure out how to wear unflattering garments well . The better you are able to present clothing , the more sought after you will become .

Don ’ t assume that a scout is going to find you . You must seek out opportunities to be seen . Agents and casting directors will not know you exist unless you make yourself visible to them . It may sound harsh but you must think of it as starting a business and be mindful that most businesses fail within five years , so work hard and dedicate yourself to the business and with some luck you will find that being a model is incredibly rewarding and for some very lucrative .

Good Luck ...

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Jenna Jenovich