Tuesday, April 21, 2009

Basic Requirement of Male Model




Guys have the most range in the industry . Age can range anywhere from l5 for young mens to 50 plus. The strongest market is 25 -35 for the Models. l5 -25 young mens market. These guys are everywhere from the Tv to the runways and catching quick to their female counterpart. Guys can be paid the same rates on most jobs as the girls, depending on contracts. The biggest call is for the Male Model between 30 and 40 years old ,and agencies are always looking for these guys. It is a much easier for guys in this age range to get into the agencies especially if they have a very strong look and a good body. These are the business men, the young dads, the sports guys the husbands in all the ads you see.






Male Model Requirements


  • The height ranges from 5'10 very athletic to 6'2 fashion.
  • most fashion models are 6 '6'1.
  • Clothing size is standard around a 40regular - 42long.
  • Guys must work out and stay in top physical condition.
  • Good muscle and tone with strong abs.
  • Male Models must have good skin and hands - yes guys use moisturizer - actually there are many cosmetic companies have their own mens lines.
  • Hair goes from long to short and back again in no time - the guys right now all have the longer hair - more of a surfer look with a bit of the five o'clock shadow .
  • Guys with hair that is slightly salt and pepper is always a good look for business.
  • Great personality is key for guys - some guys make it to the top on their personalities alone.. well with a bit of a look.
  • Always be pleasant to the photographers and booking agents and the clients.
  • Sometimes the client will look for the male model on set to set the pace of the shoot.
  • So learn quickly and take direction well.

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