product

Be a model

Want to know what it takes to get a modelling career underway? We asked Martin Walsh, Managing Director of Chadwick, one of Australia’s leading model agencies, and Mink Sadowsky, Chadwick's Talent Development Manager, for their advice on how to break into the industry.
 

 

What type of modelling work is available?
What qualities are required for modelling?
Are there any restrictions or requirements for different categories of modelling?
What is the best way to break into the industry?
An Agency wants to sign me but I have to pay a fee? Are there any checks that need to be done or scams to watch out for?
I've been scouted by a model agency on the street - does this really happen?
Do I need a portfolio? Who pays for this?
What are the key model portfolio shots that I need?
Do I need good quality photos for my modeling portfolio?
Do I need agency representation?
What is your advice on how to do well at a go-see or casting?
Is there anything a model should not be asked to do on go see or shoot?
Are there any current industry trends we should know about?
How do you define the ‘x-factor’, what makes a supermodel?
Any advice for future Elite Model Look Contestants?