Careers: Acting, Performing, Directing/Expert Profile

Expertise

The pitfalls and how to avoid them How to get a free test with a photographer Should you ever pay for test shots How to get on the books of an agency What is a casting How to maximise your chances of success at a casting The different types of modelling and what you would be suitable for How to ensure you sign with a good agency How to earn extra money to support yourself during the early years How to find an agent abroad How to walk on a catwalk What is showroom work and how to get the job What shots to use for different types of casting Model work available to models who fall outside typical phuysical statistics Different working environment in different countries and strategies to use.

Experience in the area

I am currently a model and have 13 years experience in both editorial and commercial modelling. During this time I worked for catalogues, TV commercials, advertising, advertorials, catwalk, editorial, front covers and showroom. I have also diversified into other areas of fashion as a stylist and fashion journalist. This has given me a greater depth of understanding into what clients are looking for at a casting.

Publications

Company Magazine, Bartercard Bulletin, Tramp Magazine

Education/Credentials

Central St. Martins, 2007- 2008, fashion journalism and fashion stylist.

Past/Present Clients

Dior, YSL, Valentino, Ralph Lauren, Hugo Boss, Versace, N-Peal, GUS, Freemans and many others. Please ask if interested.

What do you like about this subject?

The industry creates a level playing field by breaking down traditional social divides.

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?

Having worked in the industry for more years than I care to remember :), I want to channel my experience into providing others with a short cut to success.

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:

Although the industry can be brutal at times, the process will make you stronger and give you essential life skills as you have to learn to communicate and get along with an extreme range of cultures and personalities.

Something controversial or provocative about this subject

The usual suspects; anorexia, size 0, young teens, drugs etc