There is no better time than the new year to kick start your modeling career and to take things up a notch, making 2018 your breakout year. It can be hard to get back into the swing of things and even know what you should be doing to elevate yourself and your career after the holidays, so I have compiled a list to help you hit the ground running:
Reach out to all your agencies in an email, or drop in if they are local to you. Send them all your new images in hi-res so they can update your online portfolio. Express your commitment to your career, your desire to travel to different markets, and your ambitions. Ask them to help you reach out and see what other markets and agents would be good for you. Make sure they have all your current sizes, updated digitals or polaroids, test shots, tear sheets, contact info, and all the tools they need to help you succeed.
Commit to working out and actually do it. It is good for your body, your health, your modeling prospects, your mind, and your stress levels.
Get a hair trim to maintain your hair in good condition for work, or consider a new haircut to change your image, but always ask the agency first. Start doing regular facials at home to maintain a good complexion, so you will always be ready for shoots.
Eat well, drink less alcohol and don�t smoke - your career depends on it. You must maintain a good weight with healthy eating to be strong and able to actually do the job, and alcohol and smoking destroys your skin and makes you look old and haggard.
Commit to increasing your social media presence. Set a schedule for posting, follow industry pros such as top and emerging photographers, hair and makeup artists, magazines, editors, stylists, brands, designers, and other models. �Like� and comment regularly. Do Instagram �stories�. Always follow your agency guidelines when posting.
If you are trying to find an agent or get scouted, do updated research to identify the best agents, agencies, and scouts, and follow their submissions guidelines to the letter.
A new year requires a new commitment if you want to take your career to new heights. Put some energy into it and you will see results. Put it out there into the universe and ask for help to make your dreams come true. Be smart about it and treat it like a business and watch your career take off. Good luck in 2018!
XOXO Shelley
All photos Kaia Gerber
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