CAM : What do you feel it really takes to have a successful career in the modeling and entertainment industry today ?
JB : Great attitude Consistency Real Passion Patience
CAM : What does the industry look like for models now , who are trying to break into the industry ( is it harder to break in today than years ago ? Trends you may be noticing as far as which models are in demand , etc .), as well as for models who are already in the industry ( trends you are noticing , shorter models becoming more acceptable , etc .)?
JB : Some things change , while some remain the same . The industry has opened doors to talent who may not look like the traditional model , giving more of an opportunity for those girls who may not be as tall or thin . In the olden days , the industry would not even look at pictures unless they were professional . Every once in a while , an aspiring model is able to capture a really good picture with an iPhone which could end up booking work .
from it ?
JB : My worst experience in the industry has been the talent calling the booker without my permission , requesting the money for the assignment when we had not reached the expiration date to get paid yet . Long story short , typically it takes at least 30 days to get paid for a talent assignment . My best experience has been booking my mailman for a job that paid very well and to later find out that when he was a kid he had always dreamed of being an actor .
CAM : What attribute do you feel is the most important for a model to possess in this industry ?
JB : Attitude , determination , thick skin .
“ Attitude Sets You Apart !”
CAM : Describe a good or terrible experience you may have had with a model / talent . What did you take away
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