Making The Most Of Fashion Week

If you're an aspiring model then you probably know that Fashion Week in New York is just around the corner - February 1^st to be exact. Considered to be one of the fashion capitals of the world, New York hosted the very first Fashion Week back in 1943 and is home to some of the industry's highest paid models and most prominent fashion editors, photographers, art directors, designers and fashion stylists.

Participating in New York's Fashion Week is an amazing opportunity for a new model. However most of the opportunities during Fashion Week are given to established models. Additionally, many of the events are only open to fashion industry professionals, top models, buyers, media, celebrities and socialites. However, in recent years other cities throughout the United States have begun to launch their own version of Fashion Week, which are far more accessible for individuals new the industry. These events found in San Francisco, Boston, Atlanta, Chicago, Baltimore and many other cities can be a great opportunity for new models to either break into the industry or work as interns and volunteers to learn more about the business and make useful contacts.

So how do you get your foot in the door? Contact the Fashion Week staff listed on the website to inquire about opportunities for new models or interns and volunteers. Additionally, the designers and sometimes even the photographers that are participating are usually posted on the website, so feel free to contact them directly as well.

If you're hoping to land a modeling gig during Fashion Week in your area, you should have a strong look and a winning attitude. You'll need to be assertive and diligent because it may take a substantial amount of research and following up to land an opportunity during Fashion Week as a new model.

In the meantime, are you ready to get some more experience on the runway? Check out the casting notices at www.EliteCastingNetwork.com for great opportunities for aspiring models today!

Do You Have a Model Attitude?

Each year thousands of girls contemplate if they have what it takes to become a professional model. Am I tall enough? Am I thin enough? Are my teeth straight enough? While many modelsagencies and art directors look for, many fail to consider the other important attributes that a successful model must have. In addition to having a marketable look, you’ll need to be sure that you’re equipped with the emotional and mental tools that you’ll need for a successful career in the cutthroat fashion industry. And most importantly, you’ll need to have a positive attitude. wonder if they have the physical requirements that

While many well-known supermodels have been accused of displaying “diva tendencies” everywhere from runways and sets to international airports, it’s important to remember that emulating this behavior can sink your modeling dreams. When you’re trying to get your foot in the door of the fashion industry, you’ll have to be cheerful, agreeable and enthusiastic to a fault - even if you’re having a bad day.

One thing that you may not know is that when you’re meeting with an agency, art director, photographer or fashion editor, in addition to evaluating your look, they will engage in conversation with you to evaluate your attitude. This will give them a better idea of what you’ll be like to work with on set. If you’re cheerful and up beat, then they know that you will be pleasant on the job. If you’re on time (with your book and comp cards in hand) then they will know that you’ll be responsible. However if you’re moody, unprepared, and unfocused – even if you have a great look – it’s very unlikely that you’ll be hired for the job.

Just like with many other careers in the entertainment industry, you may face a lot of rejection along the path to becoming a successful model. And unfortunately, it can be extremely disappointing and take an emotional toll on you. However if you go to a meeting still wearing your disappointment from a previous experience, you may run the risk of kissing that job goodbye too.

Think you’ve got a great look AND a great attitude! If so, and you’re ready to test the waters of the fashion industry, check out some of the great opportunities we have available at http://www.EliteCastingNetwork.com today!