The Hard Truths About Teen Modeling If you're considering letting your teen at home delve into the world of teen modeling, you shou...
The Hard Truths About Teen Modeling
If you're considering letting your teen at home delve into the world of teen modeling, you should know one thing.
It's not going to be easy for both you and her.
For starters, both parents and teens can expect hazards at almost every turn of the industry, which is why many often talk their children out of becoming a model due to the industry's challenges as well as the fear of rejection for both parent and teen.
However, if you and your teenager are somehow committed to working hard and laugh at the face of rejection, no matter how bitter it tastes, you may just be the perfect fit for the modeling industry.
Here are some other things you and your teen model should know.
1. Stardom is Rare
Reaching stardom shouldn't be the only reason for you and your teen to get into modeling. The truth is that very few teen models grow up to reach "Super Model" status. You can probably count them with your fingers.
You can however, work on your teen making a decent living from regular modeling gigs. Concentrate on securing a steady stream of jobs-better a steady stream of modest gigs than none at all.
2. Be the Right Size for your Model Type
You don't exactly have to look perfect as a teen model, but you do have to be physically fit and at the very least, have a good-looking face. Good muscle tone is important, even for plus-size models.
As far as size is concerned, you want to aim for the appropriate size for the kind of model you want to be. For instance, if you're a petite model, you'll obviously have to be trim. If you're doing runway modeling gigs, you'll have to be tall.
3. Acne Problems
Acne's an annoying problem the average teenager goes through, but for teen models, it can mean the difference between being hired or not. Breakouts (especially during stressful gigs) are normal, but if you're prone to acne problems, you'll need to do something about it if you want to be signed with modeling agencies for teenagers in New York.
4. Save Yourself the Trouble and Find an Agent
If you're worried about finding modeling jobs, save yourself the grief and sign up with modeling agencies for teenagers in New York or any other reputable agency near you. Go online, hit the yellow pages, or look for referrals-just be sure to do your homework about your agency before trekking up to them with your teen.
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