Model
Models display and promote clothes or other goods on television, in magazines or on catwalks at fashion shows. They may also appear in other media such as billboards, the Internet, pamphlets and brochures.
Tasks & duties
Models may do some or all of the following:
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go to auditions and castings to compete for modelling assignments
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dress in the clothing to be displayed or photographed
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sit for make-up and hair stylists
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discuss the required poses and movements, or the part to be played
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rehearse the movement or part
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model clothes, make-up, jewellery or other products in fashion shows or for magazines or television
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learn scripts and dialogue for television auditions
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maintain a nutritional diet
Skills & knowledge
Models need to have:
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knowledge of body posture, movement and facial expressions
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knowledge of body and face care
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knowledge of make-up, hairstyles and fashion
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performance skills
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the ability to memorise routines
Models may also need to know about sales techniques if they are doing product promotion work.
Entry requirements
Although there are no specific entry requirements for becoming a model, some agencies require prospective models to complete a course in modelling and grooming before they start working in the industry.
Training on the job
Modelling agencies usually provide training for model work.
Useful experience
Experience in dancing and drama, work with make-up or any work involving sales, promotions or contact with people is useful.
For more information, please refer to Career Services.
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