Getting a modelling portfolio
A modelling portfolio is thought of by many in the industry as a specialist CV that shows off both the talents and work of a model.
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Although professional images are not needed to apply to agencies a portfolio is something that they will need to market you in the future and you can use to market yourself to freelance opportunities.
How to create a professional portfolio
A model portfolio is a collection of professional images and your portfolio must say something about you, agencies don’t want to see pretty images, they want to see attitude, personality and ultimately how versatile you can be.
If we believe your application shows model potential and that you would benefit from our support and possibly help to create and build your very own portfolio then you will normally receive a text message within 72 hours of registration. At busy times this may take longer. The application will then be passed onto one of our new faces consultants who will contact you in due course to discuss further.
Portfolio
At the end of your experience, our Image Consultant will guide you in selecting the strongest images to create your very first professional modelling portfolio. Professional portfolio packages start from £499 and include a minimum of 10 professionally presented images, carefully chosen with expert guidance to ensure you present yourself at the highest possible standard. This also includes 12 months of our support service.
Portfolio packages are only available on the day, so we recommend coming prepared. Images are supplied as part of a professional package and are not sold individually. Additional package options and presentation formats may also be available depending on the option selected.
Introducing the digital portfolio
Your digital portfolio contains the best selected images from your shoot. If images are purchased on the day, they are provided at the studio on a USB. If images are purchased via a payment plan, access to the images is provided digitally once the agreed payments are completed. USB delivery can also be arranged on request. What’s more, by purchasing the digital images, you will also be gaining the copyright licenses. This provides you with the full legal rights to the images.
Whether you choose to purchase a digital portfolio, printed portfolio, or an e-Folio, you must purchase the images to pay for the rights. This means, however, that all our packages and portfolios come supplied with digital images.
Another advantage of receiving images digitally is that you can store and back them up securely, for example on your computer or cloud storage.
What’s more, as you will own the copyrights to the images, it means that you can retouch, crop or resize them as much as you wish. This can be especially handy for when you need to provide specific images to agencies or agents.
Introducing the printed portfolio
The Model’s Kit takes great pride in the quality of its printed portfolios.
Each one comprises of 10 to 20 A4 fully airbrushed pictures, which you will be able to showcase at castings and interviews to show your ability to portray confidence and flair in front of a camera.
Much like a digital portfolio, a printed portfolio must have character and help your personality shine through in the images. It is for this reason that we have strict registration processes at the beginning of the journey, because we know that only the most talented individuals can make it in modelling.
During the creation of the portfolio, our experts will work with you to help decide on the best shots and styles so that you leave our studios with the strongest possible portfolio.
Why do you need a printed portfolio?
It is easy to assume that in an increasingly digital world, a printed portfolio is a thing of the past, but the truth is that they are as important as ever.
By providing an agency or director with a physical portfolio, you can let them to flick through your photographs while in an interview situation; allowing them to get a full sense of your personality as well as your talent.
Furthermore, a professional portfolio offers the impression that you are serious about taking on the work.
How The Models Kit Supports Aspiring Models
The Models Kit operates as a model support and guidance service, helping individuals understand modelling and decide whether it is right for them.
Support may include guidance on portfolios, building confidence in front of the camera, and understanding agency expectations. We also provide advice on different modelling routes, including agency and freelance pathways.
Our aim is to help individuals make informed choices and feel confident as they explore the industry.
