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Expert: Felicity Gain - 10/14/2008


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My daughter is with the manager from Teriffic Talent in NYC.  Have you ever heard of this manager?

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Hi Dawn,

I have not heard anything about Terrific Talent. However, that is probably because I am based in London (UK) and only have experience with model agencies who represent models only.

That being said, I did do a quick search on the Internet for you and they seem to be legitimate, which is the no.1 issue for me, especially when children are involved. I could not find their website but there are plenty of child entertainers who have Terrific Talent as their agents on their CV who have found work through them.

I do hope this helps Dawn.

All the best

Felicity  

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Expertise

The pitfalls and how to avoid them How to get a free test with a photographer Should you ever pay for test shots How to get on the books of an agency What is a casting How to maximise your chances of success at a casting The different types of modelling and what you would be suitable for How to ensure you sign with a good agency How to earn extra money to support yourself during the early years How to find an agent abroad How to walk on a catwalk What is showroom work and how to get the job What shots to use for different types of casting Model work available to models who fall outside typical phuysical statistics Different working environment in different countries and strategies to use.

Experience

I am currently a model and have 13 years experience in both editorial and commercial modelling. During this time I worked for catalogues, TV commercials, advertising, advertorials, catwalk, editorial, front covers and showroom. I have also diversified into other areas of fashion as a stylist and fashion journalist. This has given me a greater depth of understanding into what clients are looking for at a casting.

Publications
Company Magazine, Bartercard Bulletin, Tramp Magazine

Education/Credentials
Central St. Martins, 2007- 2008, fashion journalism and fashion stylist.

Past/Present Clients
Dior, YSL, Valentino, Ralph Lauren, Hugo Boss, Versace, N-Peal, GUS, Freemans and many others. Please ask if interested.

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