AboutKitty Kavey Expertise I can answer questions from those looking to get into the fashion or commercial modeling industry. Specifically, the requirements, what is needed, how to find an agent, what they look for, how to avoid scams, the difference between what a commercial model does, and a fashion model, would travel/relocation be required, what is on a comp card and in your portfolio.
Experience Both my acting and modeling resume/portfolio is available online on my website. I am a member of the Screen Actors Guild, and also have available my actor's demo reel and voice-over demo online. I founded both the Florida-Models.com and Florida-Actors.com websites, which provide free modeling and acting info to the public. I have moved into directing, producing and screenwriting - and have won awards for my writing. I have worked in the industry as both a model and actress in Florida, New York City and Los Angeles until October 2007. I now reside in Europe.
Question Hello my name is Brianna. I am 14 as it stands right now. I have been filmed in two films. One did not come out but the other should come out late 2009. I have always dreamed of becoming an actress or model. I have no experience in modeling though. I would like to know what it takes to become a model and what i would need to do, and ect.
Thank You for your time
Answer The most important thing to being a model, is being photogenic. Most types of models do not use resumes, so experience is not required.
There are different types of models, and different types of agents who represent them. You may need to have a modeling composite card or a couple of snapshots before you submit your information to agencies. You can use one of the modeling agency directories (available in your local library, bookstore or online) to find the agents you are interested in.
If the directory doesn't list it, use your favorite search engine to see if the agencies you are interested in have a website. When they do, often agency criteria and instructions for new faces are on their site. If not, you can call to ask. Most agencies will ask for mailed in submissions, some have open calls or accept online submissions.
In your case, it might be good to look for a talent agency who also has a modeling division - your agent may be able to represent you in both areas. If you're interested in that, the Screen Actors Guild franchised agency list: http://www.sag.org/content/find-agent
has listings of agencies that contain multiple divisions. Look for the listings marked as being full service - those usually have a modeling division as well as representing actors.
