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Be your Best, Forget the Rest

Have you ever been in a race, in the lead, when that little voice in your head all of a sudden appears questioning how close your opponent is? You think to yourself, ‘I’m winning … I’ll just take a quick peak.’ You take your ‘peak’ and before you know it, your opponent passes you and pips you at the post! Or perhaps you’re in an audition room, going for a show you really, really want. And there in your group ready to dance is ‘Meg’, in all her graciously talented glory, looking absolutely FABULOUS! ‘I wish I was as good as her! ‘If only I had/ could (insert your comparison here)’. How do those auditions go when in this headspace? I’m guessing you’re so focused on what ‘Meg’ is doing that you fail to deliver the ‘real’ version of your best self.Best Techniques for Modeling Photography.The tendency to compare ourselves to others is as human as any other emoti...

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Audition Safety Tips That Everyone Needs to Know

Audition Safety Tips That Everyone Needs to KnowOur members' safety is our number one priority. That's why we have a dedicated, full-time Customer Success team who check every casting call on ModelFactory.Did you know we don't publish every casting call submitted to us? When appropriate, we ask questions, request background information, and decline casting calls that don't meet our guidelines. We use sophisticated software to monitor content and to help ensure everyone using our site works within our community guidelines.Unfortunately, not everyone in this world has the best intentions, so we also want educate members on how to look after themselves. Read on for our tips on how to stay safe and don't hesitate to contact us if you have any concerns about something you've seen on our site.5 Tips for a Stunning Modelling Portfolio.1. Trust your instincts.If something seems suspicious or too good to be true, then it p...

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10 Things You'll Learn at Modelling School | Model Factory

10 Things You'll Learn at Modelling SchoolEver dreamed of becoming a model? Perhaps you thought about getting professional training to give yourself every chance of success.It is no surprise that entering a new industry may be overwhelming. Within any field, to increase your chances of success, it is advised to get professional training and education. Modelling is extremely competitive, so you need to learn how to stand out from the crowd to get noticed and perform your best at castings.As an aspiring model, it can be worthwhile getting guidance and training from a modelling school. Make sure to conduct thorough research into all the model academies, as it helps you make an informed decision into where to invest your time and money. I will let you in on a little secret, modelling is more about brains than beauty! Some of the things a good modelling school will teach you include:Positive mindset.Business strategies.Self confidence.Nutriti...

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9 Quick Hacks to Give Your Profile a Refresh | Model Factory

9 Quick Hacks to Give Your Profile a Refresh How about a little profile refresh to get you started? Check out our quick hacks to getting yours looking shiny and new!Photo1. DO: Make sure your pictures showcase your diversity as an actor, model, musician, etc.! Try to upload a few different looks or styles rather than 20 photos from the same photoshoot. Let's see what you’ve got!2. DON’T: Keep any photos that are doing you a disservice – we're talking low-res images or an abundance of selfies. Even if you don't have professional photos, choose the best photos you have, ditch the others, and let the good ones shine!5 Tips for Parents of Children in the Entertainment Industry.Say Hello3. DO: Tell us a little about yourself in your intro summary so that Casting Professionals can get an overview of you and your experience, and quickly put you in their shortlist pile.4. DON'T: Leave this section empty!...

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8 Steps to Self-Recorded Success | Model Factory

8 Steps to Self-Recorded SuccessWhat is a self-recorded? A self-Recorded is an audition that you have filmed yourself at home.Once filmed, you send your self-recorded footage in to the casting professional either by uploading it to a website (the casting director will indicate this on the breakdown or audition notice), or by sending the footage directly to the casting professional via email.Feel the fear and do it anyway Treat your self-recorded like a real audition (because it is) and practice ahead of time. Once you have a useable take, send it off! Many actors don't send in auditions because they didn't get it just right. You're already a step ahead of them by sending in your audition. Give it all you got in two or three takes and choose your best take. Trust yourself and be confident!Follow instructions Most self-recorded requests come with very specific instructions from the casting office – some with very strong warnings that if even one small st...

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