Take Stock of Your Appearance
If you need to lose weight, clear up your complexion, or have your teeth straightened, do it before you waste time or money on photos.

Read About The Industry
Most models start a young age and their naivety can be harmful. Being aware of the scams and dangers and deciding what you will do in certain situations will prepare you before you're confronted with them.

Build a Resume
Any time you can do public speaking or acting, jump at the chance. The more comfortable you can get in front of a crowd or a camera, the more confident you'll come across to an agent. Participating in a beauty pageant can also get you exposure and help you polish your poise.

Take Classes
Whether you want to do any acting or stick exclusive with modeling, acting classes will show an agent you're serious about polishing your skills. Beware of expensive beauty schools unless you have a lot of money you don't mind spending on classes that may or may not benefit you. Most teach you makeup skills you could learn for free by getting a makeover at your local department store, as well as other classes that are designed to make you feel like a model whether you have any potential for modeling career or not.

Have Your Photos Done
One of the essential tools you'll use to market yourself is your photo. Make sure it's the best one possible. It's often the first impression you'll make. Modeling agencies have different polices on photos. Many will accept clear snapshots and others insist on professional quality. The best agencies will not charge you for photos or composite cards, but some will refer you to photographers if you ask. An agency should never insist that you use their photographer and pay for the photos yourself. Because policies vary from agency to agency, research the agency's preference before you submit your photos.

Research to Find the Agents
Who represent people like you for the type of work you're looking for. Then make a list of those who are most appropriate to represent you.

Rank Your List
Use your list to determine the agents most suitable for you and your goals, and to eliminate inappropriate agencies.

Compose Your Query Letter
As your first contact with an agents, this brief letter should be polished and to the point.

Read About the Business
Read about the business of agents so you are knowledgeable and prepared to act on any offer.

Plug Into Modeling Community
To Keep up on auditions and opportunities in your ares. There are local web sites and theaters that can be excellent networking tools. Once you've met other models in your ares, ask those who have agents how they found one and if they'd be willing to refer you to theirs.

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