Modeling - The Things You Need To Know - Other Discovery Opportunities

Scouting Companies: These companies conduct meetings, seminars and other events as part of a national tour to discover new talent. They typically advertise these events on local television or radio. After an initial meeting, hundreds of young people are invited to a regional event. Over a two day period, seminars are offered by industry professionals. Agents and scouts are flown in from around the world by the scouting company. Opportunities also include walking the runway and sharing photos with 40-50 agencies. The costs associated are usually in the $400 - $600 range plus hotel and travel fees.

Modeling Conventions: Unlike a scouting company, a modeling convention is usually attended by talent from modeling schools or small agencies that have been trained to compete for the convention. During the convention there are demonstrations, seminars, and competitions. The costs associated can range between $800 - $5,000, depending on the duration of the event (plus travel and hotel fees).

Internet Scouting: Within the last few years, the advanced in technology and the growth of use on the Internet has caught the modeling industry off guard. The are many legitimate Web sites that show how to become a model. A growing number of traditional modeling agencies are using the Internet to promote their models. Beware: the Internet provides tremendous opportunity for unscrupulous individuals to take advantage of aspiring talent's dreams.