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I heard about an organization called Proscout. I want to go audition but my parents want to know if its legitimate. I researched online but all I see are these reveiws from people who paid huge sums of cash to attend a Proscout convention. This confuses me because the one I'm going to in Pheonix, AZ is free. What is your advice???
Heidi,
I too have generally only considered Proscout a service that is fee related, and while not considered a "scam" persay, (they will always say that they have discovered a certain talent that way) they are offering something a potential model can do for free, and that is submit to agencies.
I also know that they accept anyone to come to their convention, when realistically not everyone is cut out to be a model and they know it. I believe that most information regarding Proscout is negative and one visit to www.easybackgroundcheck.com gives the same info. Here is a link to what they have to say:
http://easybackgroundcheck.com/proscout.html
If you are interested in being a model, and you fit the industry standards, I recommend you just submit to agencies. The agencies themselves will tell you the same.
You have a very fine agency in AZ in the Ford?Robert Black agency. Why not try there first?
Best of luck,
Michelle
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Michelle Renee Krehl
Expertise
I can answer questions relating to most types of fashion and commercial modeling, such as requirements, how to find an agent, etc. as well as information about portfolio development, comp cards, etc.
Experience
I am a professional plus size model, currently based in Los Angeles. I have modeled as both a straight size model, (in my teens and 20's) and as a plus size model (currently). I am represented by a reputable agency and have worked for many clients, both plus and non-plus specific. I am experienced in print, runway, fit, TV, and film.
Publications
I am currently a writer for PLUS Model Magazine. You may read articles I have written in the archives. I generally do pieces relating to fashion events in the Los Angeles area.
Education/Credentials
My educational background is in Child Development. But I also hold a diploma in Fashion Merchandising as well. I have not attended modeling school. Modeling schools are completely unnecessary and a waste of time for potential models. They exist only to make money.
Past/Present Clients
Sears, The Style Network, Lifetime Network, Inchant, Kitsch*n Glam, Zaftique, Plus by Design, Big on Batik, The Greater L.A. Woman, Little In The Middle, Pro-Girl, Deborah Lindquist, Roger Perry, Shop Translated, Redrawn Arts, Big Gals Lingerie, Love Fifi, Here Come the Brides, Josephine's Bridals, California Bridal Shows, The Tyra Banks Show, Inside San Diego, Manhattan Beachwear, and many more.
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