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Modeling

How to start as a model, which agencies to look at in each city and how to stay safe.

Modeling and acting overlap all the time: commercials cast models who can act and actors who can pose. These are all of our modeling guides.

One rule applies to every agency: a legitimate agency earns money when you book work, so be careful with any agency that charges you to join.

Getting started

What you need, which photos to prepare and where the jobs are posted.

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How to Become a Model: Types of Modeling, Agencies and Your First Steps

The types of modeling, what agencies really look for, the photos you need to start, what a model casting is like and how to spot a modeling scam.
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How to Take Headshots at Home: Audition Photos on a Budget

Take your own headshots with your phone: which photos to include, how to get good light and a plain background, what to wear, and when to hire a photographer.
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What Is Physique du Rôle in Acting? Meaning and Examples

Physique du rôle is the match between your look and the characters you can play. What it means, how US casting talks about type and some examples.
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How to Get Commercial Auditions

To land commercial auditions, get into casting databases and understand the contract: day rate, usage rights and exclusivity, with SAG-AFTRA and local examples.

Modeling agencies by city

Where to apply, what agencies ask for and how contracts work.

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Modeling Agencies Near Me: How to Find, Check and Apply to Real Ones

How to find and check modeling agencies near you: boards, state licenses, what to send, scam signs, six city guides and verified agencies in three more cities.

Staying safe

Common scams, and what parents should know before a child applies.

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How to Spot a Fake Casting Call

A fake casting call charges you to audition, pushes headshots or classes, asks for private photos or rushes you to sign. Check who is casting before you go.
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Auditions for Kids and Teens: How to Become an Actor as a Minor

How kids and teens can start acting: the role of parents, permits, materials and where to find auditions without falling for scams.
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Baby Acting and Modeling: How to Get Your Baby Into Commercials, Print and TV

A US guide to baby acting and modeling: what casting calls ask for, where to find auditions, agents, infant work permits, safety on set and scams.