Model (QLD)
Education and Training:
You can work as a model without formal qualifications. You will probably get some informal training on the job. Entry to this occupation may be improved if you have qualifications.
Most prospective models start by completing a course at a private modelling school. Generally, there are no educational requirements for entry into modelling courses.
Costs, duration and entry requirements may vary between courses.
Ask your career adviser about the possibility of starting some of this training in school.
Additional Information:
Most course graduates will have to approach many employers and advertising agencies before employment is found. Models should first approach an agency and create a photographic folio and composite card (with personal details such as height and eye colour) to help obtain work.
It is advisable to make sure that the agency has a good reputation and is well established in the industry. This is particularly important when they are charging significant amounts of money to register.
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Employment Opportunities:
Most models work for clothing firms and department stores, advertising and publicity agencies, and in film or television studios. Some work as teachers in modelling and deportment schools. Freelance and photographic models may be registered with an agency.
Employment opportunities in modelling are very competitive. Many models work part time while undertaking other activities, such as studying. All work is on a contract basis. The possibility exists for models to participate in fashion parades overseas.
Many models retire at around 25 years of age, after which they can move into advertising careers associated with modelling, public relations or fashion buying and consultancy positions. A model who is well spoken may become a fashion-show compere and coordinator. There is an increasing demand for older models.