SUPPLIES
- Photos of your face and body
Overview
Along with New York, Paris and Milan, London is one of the major modeling cities in the world. Many famous supermodels like Gemma Ward and Agyness Deyn started their careers in London. Aspiring models flock to this city from all over Europe for a shot at the big time. To become a model in London, you need to be photogenic, hardworking and a little bit lucky.
Step 1
Prepare photos of your face and body to send to modeling agencies in London. You should have a few close-ups of your face, a frontal shot and a profile shot as well as a full body shot. Make sure that the photos are not airbrushed or manipulated in any way. They should give an accurate portrayal of your appearance.
Step 2
Upload your photos to the website for the Storm Models Agency in London. Storm Models is a prominent modeling agency based in London that has catapulted the careers of numerous British models like Kate Moss. Its website offers tips on becoming a model and allows you to upload photos for review by the company's modeling agents.
Step 3
Mail or email copies of your photos to various agencies in London. The more agencies you contact, the better your chances of landing an agent. Some of the top modeling agencies in London are IMG, Boss and Next. See Resources for a list of agencies.
Step 4
Sign with a modeling agency in London. It is important that you get a contract with a modeling agency and get teamed up with an agent. Modeling agents will let you know of job opportunities, help you negotiate salaries and help you gain exposure in the modeling world.
Step 5
Attend as many castings as possible. Castings, also called go-sees, are brief interviews with a potential client who is interested in hiring models to represent a product or brand. The more castings you go to, the better your chances of getting a good modeling job.
TIPS AND WARNINGS
- TIP : Make sure to stay physically fit and keep your skin free of blemishes. Take good care of your skin, teeth and nails as well.
Be persistent. Don't let a few rejections stop you from pursuing your dream.
- WARNING : Avoid signing with an agency that charges you for a test shoot or asks for money upfront. This is a scam and no legitimate modeling agency will ask you for any money.
Resources
