So, you submitted your photos to a modelling agency and
they’ve invited you in for an interview. Congratulations! You’re already
further than the majority of aspiring models. This article gives tips and
advice on how to give yourself the best chance of shining in the interview and
impressing the agent into wanting to sign you up.
Note – if a modelling agency has signed you up without
meeting you in person, they are almost certainly not a genuine modelling agency.
What to wear
The objective is to show how versatile you can be as a
model, and that means being a blank canvas, so the keyword here is subtlety.
Wear something simple, smart and comfortable. Simple means that your
personality won’t be too in their face; smart will demonstrate that you’re
mature and are taking the process seriously in a professional manner; and
comfortable means that you won’t be fidgeting or struggling because of your
dandy but impractical outfit.
Avoid brand names and don’t overdo it on make-up. They will
want to see what you look like naturally, and if you pile on the cosmetics they
will probably ask you to wash it all off. Better to go with a light foundation,
clear lip gloss and maybe a touch of eyeliner or mascara.
How to act
Try to stay calm, be yourself and be professional. It’s
natural to be nervous and the agents will be used to that. Make sure you listen
carefully to what they ask and answer truthfully – don’t try to just tell them
what you think they want to hear. They’ve done this hundreds of times and will
be able to spot it a mile off. And even if you could fool them, it would only
come back to bite you in the bum later. Nervousness often makes people babble.
If you find yourself doing this then pause, take a few deep breaths and try to
bring whatever you’re saying to a neat conclusion.
Other tips
Prepare yourself early, give yourself extra travel time and
make sure you arrive at least ten minutes early. There’s nothing more stressful
than arriving late and rushing in all hot and bothered and flustered. Bring
something to read in case they keep you waiting, a bottle of water and whatever
basic make-up you need to freshen up. And don’t forget to smile!
