The Model Factory March News

The Model Factory News and Reviews

When it comes to modeling in the UK, The Model Factory know all the tricks and the best ways to get started on turning aspiration into a positive lifestyle and career choice. Many models decide to start modeling after seeing something on television, or in a magazine. Others like to be the centre of attention and long for hungry eyes to gaze at their wonderful outfits. Whatever created your desire to be a model, we can help.

With partnerships with studios across the country, The Model Factory will set you up with reliable contacts who give great quality service. There are several different packages, or tracks, that we offer, you can find out about these in the video below this post. Here is a short email we got from Vaz after his six months with The Model Factory finished and he had started making his own way towards some great modeling jobs.

Hi! It's been a fun few months, it really flew by. The thing I liked the most was the social aspect - i met loads of new people that I would've never known existed, you know. My agent is putting my into a few castings in preparation for this years winter shoots so I'm not exactly giving up my dayjob but hopeful of something coming through. All the best and ill let you know if anything exciting happens. Tc Vaz

If you want to find out more about modeling or about The Model Factory, watch this video!

The Model Factory | Attitude in Modelling

The Model Factory and the 3 P's

Welcome back to The Model Factory. In February we had a great month with some of our models having successful casting auditions and getting great jobs. We thought we should review some of the best traits that good models work on and improving yourself has a direct effect on the likelihood of beating the competition in a casting or agency interview. 

Being Personable

The idea that being catty is cool is out dated. To make things run smoothly, being approachable and friendly is a much better idea. First impressions are very important in modelling so work on your introductions and draw people in, make them want to know more, rather than pushing them out with a bad attitude.

Punctuality

Being punctual is a simple thing that many people lack. If you are late for your first meeting with someone, they will always remember you as 'the girl who was late that time'. Alternatively, wouldn't it be better if they remembered you as 'the girl who showed up 20 minutes early fully prepared'? In The Model Factory's experience many advertising agencies will work with a handful of models over and over again. Once they find someone reliable, punctual, and professional, why would they risk taking on someone they don't really know? If you get the chance, don't blow it by being late - they will never believe your excuses!

Perseverance

If things are out of your control, and you are feeling let down by not getting a specific job or missing out on a good agency, make a decision whether you'll carry on with your head held high, or wallow in defeat, hoping for something else to find its way to you. If you tend to do the latter, you'll find modelling a difficult pursuit. This is where The Model Factory can help though. Find out more about us in The Model Factory video. 

The Model Factory: Charlie

Charlie and The Model Factory!

The Model Factory can help you start a career in modelling. Although we are not an agency, we offer free advice and guidance to aspiring models. Starting out, especially if you are young, with the aim of being a professional model, is an extremely confusing task. If you have heard the phrase, "She's more than just a pretty face" then you are already ahead of the game. To become a successful model you need to be aware of what is involved. Here is a message we received last week from a young man who understood that he needed to be the full package, and worked hard for six months to make sure that he had the best chances of beating the competition.

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"Hi it's been a while but I finally had some good news. I had a three day long shoot for an autumn winter catalogue for their 2015 range. Before the job I only met them once, I didn't meet them through agency but contacted them directly and went to their offices to meet with the marketing department, upon your great advice. Meeting face to face was the scariest part of the last few months, especially when compared to the job itself. I managed to leave a good first impression though and they seemed happy with the results of the shoot. I thought id just say thank you because without The Model Factory i would have probably ended up applying to the first agency I found and making all the mistakes in the book! Wish you all the best, hope you have a great weekend. Charlie"

Please feel free to get in touch with us through The Model Factory website if you want to find out more about the best ways into modelling as a career. As we can see from Charlie, some times a direct approach is the best way. Make sure to follow The Model Factory on twitter, and tweet us your questions and pics @themodelfactor!