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Entering into the profession of fitness modeling like from http://www.kravitzptm.com/models/women/fitness can be the most difficult part about the business. There are two ways to enter into the industry, and that's "being discovered" and "seeking discovery". All it takes to become a successful model is a pretty face and good body, and BAM, you're destined and on the road to becoming a famous model. That's a common misconception. It does not happen over night, it takes work and preparation to break into the profession. There have been many success stories, when a woman was walking through the mall, or on the street, and an agent came swooping down and said, "You've got what it takes! I'm going to make you a star". Although this does happen, it's not as common as you think, 9 times out of 10 YOU have to go searching for them. There is a way to increase your chances of being discovered, and its called model haunting. Yes, it's just how it sounds; you "haunt" the models. Although modeling is a multi-billion dollar industry, their communities are small. In every large city, there's a place where they all congregate and relax. Most of these places are clubs and restaurants, and cafes, which are sometimes owned by models. The "who's who" in the industry frequents these establishments. You have to think of it as work if you go to these spots. You're there to sell yourself! Where there are models, there are scouts and photographers and agents, and even clients. This enables you to network and make connections with photographers, fellow and agent’s models. This heightens your chances of being discovered, by going where the models go. It is not guaranteed to get you discovered, let alone shoot you to superstardom, though model haunting is sometimes very successful. In order to market yourself, you need a portfolio. This shows your work, what you are able to do, and gives the clients and agents an idea of what you are capable of. It is definitely helpful, although a portfolio is not necessary to getting discovered or seeking discovery. It lets the agents know that you are not "fresh off the boat" and need a dramatic amount of training. Modeling agencies are located all over, and most of them have a time designated for walk-ins, this is perfect for starting your leg work. Make sure you research the agencies before you go to their office, there are a lot of agencies claiming to bring you fame and fortune and either do not deliver, or they are not legitimate modeling agencies. When contacting agencies, attending walk-ins, and going to their main offices, you should know the warning signs of a false agency, or an inadequate one. If an agency is requesting money upfront, that is a major red flag, although it is true that you must first spend money to make money. They will either put up the money for your training and photographs, or they will front you it, if they are confident that you can succeed as a model and bring in revenue. You must remind yourself that if they don't get you jobs, they don't get paid either, even though all agencies will work off of a commission, this thought may seem scary. You should also research different modeling agencies closest to you to give yourself a scale of what the commission percentages are, to help give you an idea. So, based on your research, another red flag should be raising in your mind, if an agency gives you a number for their commission that sounds ridiculously high. If you wish, there are also many scouting events that take place all over the country you can go to. These scouting companies do cost money, ranging from a few hundred to a few thousand. Once again, there are many scout scams and false companies that don't deliver what they promise. If they are a legitimate company, do your research on any scouting event you wish to attend, check with the Better Business Bureau and see. If any, complaints lodged against that company, the Better Business Bureau will let you know how long the company has been around, and all. There will also be a rating for these companies, much like the grading system you would find in a school. They are a legitimate company and most definitely NOT a scam if they have a high rating with the BBB. Beware of viewing blogs and discussion boards about the scouting event you wish to attend. A lot of times, people who are claiming that the scouting company is a scam, most likely weren't recruited. These people have been are and scorned vengeful, keep an open mind, and do your own researches before you come to a decision. It has to be a decision YOU have made, not that others have made for you. Another event that you can attend that will help you break into the industry, are competitions and seminars. These also can be held all across the country, and much like the scouting event, it will cost money to attend. Competitions have spectators and judges, most of the prizes and modeling opportunities are afforded to the runner and winners ups. If you are not one of the winners, but this is rare, there is a chance you can get an opportunity. They have many models, agencies, and clients who will speak at these seminars to help give you an idea about the business and what to expect in the industry, though seminars are informational. They will speak of the fortune, fun and fame that can occur, and the dark, downside of the industry and breaking in. These seminars will hold a plethora of tips and information to making it and you can also network and meet with these models and agents, and clients. In the modeling industry, there are two forms of payment; voucher and collection. Before the client officially pays the agency, a voucher is an issuance of a check to the model. It does happen, even though agencies normally won't participate in this option. The bigger agencies that bring in a great amount of revenue are able to opt for the voucher payment, while smaller agencies are not able to make the financial risk. A collection is after the agency has been paid by the client, and then a check will be issued to the model through their agency. Collection is a more common way of getting paid as a model. One thing you must remember when you go to all these agencies, scouting events, modeling competitions, and seminars, they are not required to recruit you! You must prove to them and most importantly to yourself, that you DESERVE it. You have to prepare, do research, and put in the leg work to get the results you want. You must learn to collect "No’s. Every no you receive gives you more experience and will help to keep you grounded and level headed. Every "No" you receive brings you one step closer to that "Yes" you have been striving and fighting for.
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