Modeling

The media field and glamorous of twentieth century has given rise to modeling. Modeling is a glamorous industry now. Up until the mid -eighties, modeling was split into two main divisions: show / ramp and photographic, Modeling generated a large ongoing demand for fresh faces and personalities. This is one of the most thrilling as well as money spinning; it attracts both males and females.

Key to Success

To be successful in Modeling you should have/ develop:

Creative
Imaginative
Ability to handle Pressure
Knowledge o f acting and delivering the required expression

Scope and Opportunities

With Boom in media like television industry (e.g. increasing number of reality show) hence, there is a fabulous boost in the ad industry as a result modeling has become one of the most wanted career option for youth today.

The modeling can be broadly classified into: Ramp Modeling, Television Modeling and Print Modeling.

Lifestyle & Social Status

Ready to handle mental and physical stress
It can be short-term Career
It’s very hectic career

Job Profile

Artists’ models: They work for individual painters, sculptors, and photographers, but most also work for art schools on a part-time basis.

Photographic models: They hired by advertising agencies and freelance photographers. Photographic models also appear on magazine covers and in feature stories. These models are attractive, photogenic, and able to portray different moods by changing their expressions or poses.

Fashion models: Fashion models work for clothing manufacturers, fashion magazines, retail stores, or dress designers. They display the latest in clothing designs at fashion shows and are sometimes referred to as runway models. Models help manufacturers sell products. This model is advertising a new car design at an automobile show.

Television commercial models: They work for advertising agencies and demonstrate a variety of products. Models with acting experience are among the first to be hired for television spots.

Skill Sets

Self confidence
Positive Attitude
Good Memory
Dedication

Work Value

Good Looks
Healthy Skin
Lustrous Hair
Good Physique
Photogenic Face
High Level of fitness

Current Job Scenario

The job opportunities are available in product advertising, live fashion shows, music videos, in garment fairs and acting in television programs or films. Besides models having wide experience in this industry can open school/institution for imparting training to aspiring models. Experienced models also can set up model coordinating agency for providing opportunities to aspiring models. Modeling is believed to be the gateway to bollywood. Thus, after a successful career in modeling one can try his/her luck in film industry.

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