United Model Management open model call in London, UK

United Model Management in London, UK is holding an open casting call on April 4, 2010 for male and female models who are interested in joining their roster. The United team has many years experience working in both the production, fashion, advertising and the creative industry worldwide. Their agents are highly experienced, knowledgeable and have a keen eye of finding great talents.

Here is what they are seeking for this open call:

Men

Age: 16 - 25 years.
Chest: 27 - 42
Height: 5'11 - 6'3
Waist: 26 - 32

Women

Age: 16 - 23 years.
Bust: 20 - 36
Height: 5'9 - 6'0
Hips: 30 - 38
Waist: 20 - 26

Open Model Call Details

Where:

United Model Management
48 Great Eastern Street
London
EC2A 3EP
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When:

Sunday, April 4, 2010
10:00am - 4:00pm

Please bring current digital photo – no professional photos needed. If you can not make it to the open call, you may submit photos by email. Photos should be current and natural. We prefer non-professional. They can be sent by e-mail to:

bediscovered@unitedmodelmanagement.com

Any photos sent in will not be returned unless self addressed stamped envelope is included. They only respond if interested.

The followings are what you should take:

1. Headshot straight on.
2. Headshot profile.
3. 3/4 shot straight on.
4. Full length body shot.

What to do:

5. No smile.
6. No pose.
7. Plain background behind you.
8. Do not send large photo files.
9. Keep your hair pulled back out of your face.
10. Include all measurements and statistics i.e. Age, Birth dates, Height etc.
11. Natural, NO Make-up.

United Model Management is an exclusive young boutique high-fashion, cutting edge professional modeling agency. Edgy, Innovative, Unique, and Versatile are some of the characteristics of the models represented by United. The aim and mission is to break the stereotype market rules; to bring change, innovation and integrity back to the industry. Furthermore, they are determined on promoting and developing each models career by properly managing talent both in the United Kingdom and in the worldwide market.

How much models get paid

There is no one average pay rate for models. How much a model is paid for any particular job depends on many different factors such as the market the model is working in. A runway show in Miami might pay less than a runway show in Milan, Italy. The level of the model is also a major factor. A model who is "hot right now" or a "supermodel" would command a much higher rate than a more novice, lesser known model. And of course, the type of modeling job makes a big difference in pay scale.

Unlike actors, there is no union such as SAG governing the modeling industry, therefore no wage limits are imposed on employers of models. The pay can be as little as minimum wage to thousands of dollars per shoot and upward.

What They Say vs. What They Mean

Unscrupulous model and talent scouts have their acts down pat. Listen carefully to read between their lines:

"We're scouting for people with your 'look' to model and act."
I need to sign up as many people as possible. My commission depends on it.

* "Your deposit is totally refundable."
Your deposit is refundable only if you meet very strict refund conditions.

* "You must be specially selected for our program. Our talent experts will carefully evaluate your chances at success in the field and will only accept a few people into our program."
We take almost everyone.

* "There's a guaranteed refund if you're not accepted into the program."
Everyone's accepted into the program. Forget the refund.

* "You can't afford our fees? No problem. You can work them off with the high-paying jobs we'll get you."
We demand payment, whether or not you get work.

* "Commissions from our clients are our major source of income."
Our income comes from the fees we charge you.

United States Modeling Legal Requirements for Foreigners

You will need an American Model Agency certified by the United States Department of Labor to sponsor you for an H1, B3 Visa. If your Visa is approved you can work legally in the United States for up to 3 years. Visas can be renewed.

You must be a model of "international acclaim". This means you must have modeled in other countries. Generally the United States Immigration and Naturalization Service will require tear sheets from several magazines you were in. If you have never been in any magazines, it is considerably more difficult but still possible.

Wardrobe for modeling agency interviews

Always dress properly for interviews with agents. Dress sexy, fashionable, and look tall. Clothing that highlights your best assets help greatly.

You need to wear something that allows them to clearly see your bust, hip and waist measurements. The typical model wardrobe is skinny jeans or leggings and a fitted top, with high heels. You could also wear a fitted dress as long as it hugs your figure.

Do not dress like a stripper. Sexy is very different than cheap or vulgar. Hair, skin, nails must be done perfectly. Makeup must be light and natural.

Important Safety Information

NEVER meet someone outside of a professional environment such as a photography studio or modeling agents office. Do NOT meet someone at a restaurant, private residence, etc. You should ALWAYS let someone else know EXACTLY where you are going, WHO you are meeting, and WHEN you are going there.

Let the photographer know that you have informed someone of your whereabouts, and bring a cell phone.

Make sure that you know exactly what the shoot consist of, and never feel pressured to do anything that you do not feel comfortable doing. If nothing else go by your gut feeling.

Remember your body is yours, and if anyone comes within your safety zone, be sure to let them know. I have found that more reputable photographer's will NOT touch you. If you feel uncomfortable as stated before, tell them so. That is your right.

On a professional fashion shoot there is usually a stylist there who will keep your wardrobe neat during the shoot, but make sure anything they do is not inappropriate.

And a parent or guardian must ALWAYS accompany minors. A parent or guardian should NEVER be out of eyesight of the minor, whether it be at go-sees or on a photo shoot.

Modeling Information