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"  &amp;quot;My whole life I have loved being the center of attention, and I love to model. My family, friends, and even strangers have told me that I need to be a model. How do you suggest I get out there?&amp;quot; To get started on a modeling career, youll first need to think about what type of modeling you want to do: print, commercial, runway, fitness, plus-size. Many agencies specialize in a particular type of modeling, so youll want to figure out your niche and put together a portfolio that reflects your style. This should include headshots with varied expressions (serious, playful), and full-length shots in different outfits. To find local modeling agencies, use the Internet to google your town and modeling agency. Its a good idea to enlist the help of a parent or trusted adult at this point to help you contact the agencies. There are a lot of scams out there, so you want to be careful if an agency asks for money up front, chances are they are probably not legit. Find out how each agency handles submissions, often via mail-in or open call. Once youve submitted your portfolio, give the agency a month before you follow up with a phone call. In the meantime, you can also look for other modeling opportunities in your community. Check with local fashion design schools, department stores, or your favorite boutiques to see if they need models for upcoming fashion shows. Modeling is a career that takes a lot of persistence, and since it probably wont pay your bills for a while at least, its a good idea to have a backup plan. A lot of aspiring models work part-time while in high school and college or supplement their income with another job. And take notes from some of fashions greatest models Heidi Klum and Tyra Banks who were able to turn their passion for modeling into flourishing business enterprises! While we cant all hit the big-time like them, its a smart idea to think about what else you can do to enhance your modeling career, like majoring in business, fashion design, or communications. With talent, hard work, and great training, the skys the limit! "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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