"Ask Aaron" - February 2008 Answer

Last Month's Column:

I have purchased your book and find it very informative. I work with different agents now and would like to increase my bookings. I will be sending my comp cards to ad agencies as you suggested. I have two questions for you. What should I say in my letter and should I give them my agents name and phone number or just work with them myself?

Next Month's Column:

I was wondering what kind of royalties do models make when they are the face of a new product. I just got a really good job but I am not sure what types of royalties I should be receiving. Please help.

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From Cathy, NH

I am aspiring to do high fashion modeling, but it's so hard to get top notch photographs and agents because I live in Vermont. I can't afford to fly back and forth to New York. What should I do?

Dear Cathy:

At this point, you don’t have to go anywhere. In fashion, you do need to be between 5’9-6’0, have these measurements, 34 bust, 24 waist, and 34 hips. If that is the case, then simply send some snapshots of yourself to fashion agents. They will need a full body shot (2-piece bathing suit), and a close up of your face, from the chest up. Don’t wear makeup, and make sure your hair is not covering your face. If they are interested, they will contact you. If you don’t have those stats but still want to model, then read my book, How to Become a Successful Commercial Model, and you will learn how to get work on a local level as well as in larger markets.

Best wishes. Aaron Marcus