WHEN A MODEL IS GOING FOR A CASTING

     When you hear about a casting or an audition, what comes to your mind. Is it a casting for runway, commercial or an advertorial job?. If it turns out to be a runway casting, as a model, what are expected of you going for such casting.    First of all, you read d instructions carefully:

(1) Height Requirement: most runway shows use models from 5'9 and above, but in Nigeria,i guess the height is 5'8 and above. Whichever way, make sure you know your height. If you are below 5'8, please, dont bother going, except you are extremely good, i mean your selling point(your look, your Walk, your carriage) is wow and can make the judges overlook your height. But some auditions, measure your height before walking, so follow the height requirement.

(2) Complexion: for commercial and advertorial jobs, they most times specify on complexion. Like they want dark-skinned models, light-skinned models. But for runway, most Times, they dont specify. So once again, follow instructions.

(3) Time: models should try to adhere to the time Frame given, and even possible, go early to the auditions, why?? Because there will be so many models at the audition, to be attended to well, go to such castings early.  

When you are going to castings, make sure you look refreshed, and not shabby. Use little or no makeup. Little makeup, i mean a well shaped eyebrow, not thick and heavy eyebrow, light powder, no heavy foundation and nude lipstick or light makeup. Dont usê makeup that will make you look like a clown, or you going to a party, this is a casting for christ sake, dont let the judges see you as an unserious person. Also no makeup doesnt mean u should go to the casting looking dead or shabby. Also you should go with your natural hair, if not, your hair should be packed to the back, away from your face. Avoid fringe or any type of hair that will shield your face. Futhermore, the Standard dress Code for runway castings is tank top or fitted top, with leggings or tight jeans. This should come in dull colours like white, Black, ash or brown, no Bright colours. Avoid wearing dresses, skirts or short gowns.  you are not going to a party. No jewelleries. Another point is, be confident. Walk into the casting with that courage that you are the best model for the job. When you go to castings, you see models who look better than you, taller than you, their looks fierce and all that, that doesnt mean they will be picked, because their walk might be Zero, never be intimidated. Some models come to castings, and talk about the last job they did, how many jobs they have Done, who they know, blah blah blah, like who cares, u?? dont look at them, most are fake, just trying to show off. Try and be yourself too, that will boost your confidence. Dont go to castings to try and blend or fit in if you are new in the Industry you will only embarass yourself. DON'T FAMZ. If you see a popular model, or a model you love and always wanted to meet, you can walk up to her, tell her hi, have a little chit chat, and be on your way. Dont be too clingy either.  Then lastly, be confident, smile, believe in yourself, and believe in God. Thanks for reading, visit here next week for another interesting article, love ya. By Ifeling