Child modeling goes beyond the beauty pageants and could prove to be great fun for both the parents and the child, as well as contributing to their college fund. One way to get your child into modeling is by applying to a commercial agency such as Models Direct.
During the process of finding modeling work you may have to attend castings or auditions that could mean anxious times for both of you. Follow Models Direct’s top tips to ensure your child has the best chance of getting the part.
- Start off by turning up on time, or early if possible (some castings might ask you not to arrive before a certain time). This is far more professional and allows you and child to relax before the clients ask to see you.
- Kids can be bubbly and outgoing at home but become nervous when asked to perform in front of people they don’t know. This is normal and understandable, just encourage them to be themselves. Not all children will be interested in modeling and if this is the case don’t push them into doing anything they don’t want to – modeling should be enjoyable.
- Modeling can help boost your child’s confidence and self esteem but look out for any signs of egotism or insecurity as a result of their modeling. As mentioned above, modeling should be fun!
- When you attend a casting make sure you’re nice and friendly towards everyone, this includes other parents, children and other staff, not just the people making the decisions!
- Remember that your child is exactly that, a child! Don’t make everything about their career and continue to have fun outside of modeling.
- One of the most important things to learn is how to take rejection. Clients running castings and auditions will see lots of children in a day and often it will only be one or two that are selected. This in no way means that your child isn’t suitable for modeling, it’s just that they weren’t right for that specific role. Modeling is a fiercely competitive industry to be in and Models Direct can’t guarantee that models will get work.
Now all you need to do is find out about castings in your local area or maximize your chances by applying to an agency such as Models Direct!
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