THE MALE MODEL MARKET

MALE MODELS

The male model market has exploded due to the rise of models such as Mark Vanderloo, Tyson Beckford and Marcus Schenkenberg, all of whom have become celebrities in their own right.

Male models walk the runway in the major menswear fashion shows twice a year in Milan, Paris, New York, and London. They appear in shows for major men’s designers including Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Prada, Ralph Lauren, and Calvin Klein. They also appear in men’s magazines, such as GQ, Esquire, and Details in the United States, Uomo Vogue in Italy, Vogue Homme in Paris, and Arena in London.

Male Models must be tall, generally at least six feet. “There are exceptions to the rule, but between six feet and 6’2” is the rule. Basically they need to be able to fit into a size 40- regular to a 42-long jacket. Of course, classic , good looking guys are never going out of style . Those are the money makers but there is now a whole breed of funky-looking   guys.

In New York, IMG is the biggest agency that handles men. Other agencies include Wilhelmina, Ford, Major, ID, and Boss and Models. It usually takes longer for men to launch their careers, because there’s not the amount of work that there is for women. In smaller markets, agencies generally will have a men’s division.

In general, there aren’t open calls and model searches for male models looking for agents. To find an agent an aspiring male model’s best bet is to send photos of himself to agencies that handle male models in the city where he wants to work.




Our guest today will be Page Parkes Male model
                  Kenny Gardner

Kenny will be discussing his 9 months in working with runway shows, commercials, internet ads, and catalog work for Latino Fashion Week, Hagar, Academy Sports, Omni Hotel,  JC Penney’s and a Michael Jordan that aired during the Olympics.  He is currently working on a short film to also advance his acting career

Today's guest will also be Sebastian Model Management model

                                  Mr. Brian Smith 

Discussing his overseas experiences, runway fashion shows  and working with several management companies in the Dallas area.

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GO AND SEES: ITS ALL ABOUT PREPARATION

GO AND SEES: - ITS ALL ABOUT PREPARATION

One of the most important aspects of go and sees is for clients to see you up close and personal. 

Although a model may have a book full of wonderful test shots, clients want to know what she’s like in person, what makes her stand out from the pack? Sometimes models photograph different from how they look in person due to the lighting, the makeup, the pose, or just some intangible quality that makes them photogenic.

Casting is another word for go and sees. 

In America, castings usually refer to a go and see for a TV commercial. In Europe, the term is used more often for all types of go and sees.

During a go and see, clients are looking for a model’s unique, individual qualities: Is she/him at ease with strangers? Do unfamiliar situations totally freak you out? How do you make people feel when you are around them?  Are you fun and bubbly, sexy and sultry, or quiet and moody?

I won’t sugarcoat it: Go and sees can be a draining, depressing experience. You are constantly feeling tense and fearful. On top of all that, you know in advance that your chances of being rejected are high.

Despite all these obstacles, the most important thing is to stay cheerful, always be yourself, and let your natural personality shine through, because every client is looking for something unique and individual in each model.

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HOW MUCH SHOULD YOU INVEST IN YOUR MODELING CAREER?

What should be the cost of starting a modeling career is a question that has been asked over and over again. There have many opinions on the subject and misinterpretations of the answer. Modeling is a business, and like all businesses requires investment by you.  These investments may be in time and effort or in money, but you cannot hope to be successful as a “professional” model without making them.  At a minimum, you will need to invest in the following:

1.    Pictures  The single most important thing you need is good pictures, in the proper style, to represent yourself.  You may find qualified photographers who will shoot you at reduced or no cost, but that is by no means assured.  Generally, models must be prepared to spend several hundred dollars at the beginning of their career, and to invest more on a regular basis to keep your “book” or “comp card” updated.  Some models (typically young women) may find that they can get pictures done free or for greatly reduced rates, but all models should be prepared for the likelihood that they will have to pay for pictures. Often what you get for free serves the needs of the photographer, not yours. It is relatively rare to find a good photographer who is willing to shoot commercially useful pictures for free.

2.   Comp Cards/Headshots Your agency will need photos of you that they can send to casting directors – and they won’t get them back.  So you must have printed “composite” cards (for commercial and fashion models) and/or “headshots” (for actors/actresses).  “Comps” may run $80-$200 or so; headshots should cost $50-$100.  A model can start with only a printed headshot, but a comp is much preferable as soon as enough good pictures are available. 

3.   Self-presentation skills  a model should have a good basic understanding of  runway technique, makeup and wardrobe, and may require some guidance on posture and other self-presentation issues.  There are a variety of ways to get these things, some relatively inexpensive, and some costing in the hundreds of dollars

Parts Modeling

A “Part” model is a model who specializes in modeling certain body parts such as the legs, feet, hands, or back-basically any part of the body, but rarely the face. Parts models can be hired to do a variety of work-editorial work, advertising, TV commercials, catalogs, even films. Parts models generally don’t meet the requirements to be fashion models- maybe they’re not tall enough or don’t have the right look- but they have at least one standout part, such as beautiful hands, gorgeous legs, or perfect feet.

Aside from having the physical qualifications of a great part, an aspiring parts model needs to have plenty of patience and the ability to keep her part still while photographers adjust lights, backdrops, and props to get ready to shoot.

Parts models generally get started a little older than regular models; between the ages of 18 and 20 is common. As long as your part stays beautiful, you could model for up to  25 years or more is common. The work can be very intense and tedious, yet it can be a long, lucrative career for someone with fantastic legs, stand out feet, or lovely hands.

Wednesday November 3 Show!

Todays show was awesome, we had discussions and call ins today from all over the place. One young lady called in from Omaha Nebraska to ask about how to get started in her area .



Special in studio guest Actor and International Entertainer Jason 'Jayloc" with Blacken Blues, conscious theater was here today to talk about the acting industry and gave us insight into his 20 yr experience and how to get started in the business.

He also talked about his upcoming drama play " Birmingham still Burning"







Other artist called in to tell us about some upcoming shows. Pretty good start to a fresh show!