Model Tips from a FORD model: Big Agencies vs. Small Agencies

[j192038]

how many yrs were you modeling with the boutique agency before you got signed at ford???

[8Rosetta]

Also, I am 14 yrs old 5'7.5 and typically a size 0. I was just wondering if there was any chance of someone as short as me to ever become a model? particularly a high fashion model. I still hold onto the thought that maybe someday I could grow just a few more inches and then I would have my chance! But hey, you never know :)

[8Rosetta]

If you havent already, I think it would be VERY helpful to me and many other aspiring models if you could make a video about your journey up to where your at now in your life. I think that maybe hearing what someone else went through to become so successful could really boost someones confidence and give them a little bit extra will to try as hard as they can to become successful:)

[yolabany]

i'm going to an open casting at Wilhelmina in March !! I am really excited. I watched all of your videos to make sure I do not screw it up. I auditioned for ANTM like 4 years ago, but I wasn't ready at all. I am 5'9.5 a size 2 dress, 3 in jeans. I hope everything goes great && I will come back and let you know how everything went !! Thanx for the tips!! Your beautiful btw :)

[Laurenmochi]

Also, How old were you when you got signed with Ford and how did it happen? Did you pursue them or did they approach you? Do you think they will care if I can play piano? Will you or have you done a video on posing tips? I feel like I look like a dork when I pose ;(

[Laurenmochi]

Do big agencies hire girls that are older, as in 26? Also, What small agencies would you recommend in the Southern California area for a 26 year old?

[janae4421]

Could you name some small/boutique agencies and big agencies in the seattle area please?

Thank you (:

[niseegirlee]

@janae4421 I added this to my "to do" list for this week. I'll get back to you by Friday! :)

[foreversparkles]

do you know of any agencies that have a petite division? Thankyou!

[niseegirlee]

@foreversparkles Working on it this week. Promise.

[ImanxoBonbon]

Hi Nisee! I think your videos are wonderful! I just wanted to ask, I think size 8 for a 5'11'' girl is considered plus size but I'm not sure, would you be able to verify? Also, does Ford take size 8 for their plus size department? Thank you! =)

[niseegirlee]

@ImanxoBonbon Hey there! Yes, 8 is considered plus size for most agencies but it's also a gray area where sometimes agencies will want you to lose or gain weight to become a "straight" size model or a "true" plus size model. Not sure what size ford starts at but you can all and ask. Good Luck!

[erinstansbury]

would you list some small/boutique agencies in New York please? :)

[niseegirlee]

@erinstansbury Yes, I just added your request to my list for next week :)

[nixieinmontana2]

I live in Durango CO and I can't travel for shoots. Is there any small business's that are hiring? I would LOVE to become a model but no seems to need model's here.

[niseegirlee]

@nixieinmontana2 That's a tough one sweetheart. Traveling comes with the territory especially if you live is a small city. :(

[prettygirlrockxoxo15]

hey! your videos are super helpful! I was just wondering, does it cost you money to be signed to an agency? or what? lol i also was wondering, that since I'm 5'10 would you recomend wearing heals to an open call or not? thank you! (:

[niseegirlee]

@prettygirlrockxoxo15 Thank you! It shouldn't cost you anything to sign with a replicable agency. Yes, wear heels. Nothing too high, a 3" heel is ideal for someone your height. :) Good luck!

[FinePaulWalker]

Can you name some small/boutique agencies in the Los Angeles Area?

Thanks a bunch

:)

[niseegirlee]

@FinePaulWalker Otto Models, Nous Models, CLICK :)

[mssplooshface]

i am trying to sign with ford online im 13 i have mi own fansite and photographer is there any advice you can give me???????

[niseegirlee]

@mssplooshface Send pics that are more natural :) Good Luck! Let me know how it goes.

[Tmodeling97]

check out my modeling account comment on what video i should make:) I REALLY wanna be a model and thanks for making these!!

[niseegirlee]

@Tmodeling97 Ok, I will :)

[sendcassie]

Hey! I love your videos, they are extremely helpful! I recently started looking into freelance modeling, just because I wanted to have some fun, but I have fallen in love with it and desperately want to get signed to an agency for more opportunities. Would you say that actually traveling to the open calls, or just sending them your pics and information online is better? Thanks!

[niseegirlee]

@sendcassie I say in person is better but if there aren't many agencies in your area then online works just make sure you send in the right pictures. Thanks for watching sweetheart! xoxo

[DaanaaDaanee]

Can you name some boutique agencies

[DaanaaDaanee]

Can you name some boutique agencies

[niseegirlee]

@DaanaaDaanee Of course, in what area?

[DaanaaDaanee]

@niseegirlee in Pennsylvania and New York

[DaanaaDaanee]

@niseegirlee in pennsylvania on new york

[DaanaaDaanee]

@niseegirlee in pennsylvania on new york

[niseegirlee]

@DaanaaDaanee I'm on it!

[EastCoastGals]

what did Wilhelmina say to you??? Does that Pink guy work there still! And Becky also?

[niseegirlee]

@EastCoastGals Lol, I went to the LA office so I had no contact with the gents from NY :)

[sugaresplosion]

can smaller agencies help you book runway shows and 'big' stuff? thanks!

[niseegirlee]

@sugaresplosion Yes, they can, if they have the reputation for providing good models for the big jobs. They have to prove themselves.

[niseegirlee]

Most agencies tell you right on the spot. I know that Wilhelmina definitely does :)

[hhhjjwhaa]

@niseegirlee i wish ford told me right on the spot. lol its better then waiting for a phone call.

[Thecakeisalie1]

I love your videos! They're so helpful, next week I'm going to an open call for Wilhelmina and I'm so nervous and your videos helped me so much to know what to expect !!

[niseegirlee]

@Thecakeisalie1 Hey there! I'm glad my videos have helped :) I know how nerve racking open-calls can be, just try to relax ;) and smile! Best of luck to you, let me know how it goes.

[Thecakeisalie1]

@niseegirlee Thanks!! <3 Question, do they usually tell you right away if they're interested? Or do you have to wait for them to call you?

[niseegirlee]

@Thecakeisalie1 Most agencies tell you right on the spot. I know that Wilhelmina definitely does :)

[mariaturner32]

Hi! Love your videos? Quick ?... I've always wanted to be an modeling agent for children and I'm at the point that I'm ready to 'go for it!'..do you think interning would be a good way to get my foot in the door? Is it hard breaking into the business?

[niseegirlee]

@mariaturner32 Hey there! Thank you :) Interning is a GREAT way to start, once you get in as an intern it's a lot easier to get a permanent postion with an agency. Go for it!

[karimashen]

@niseegirlee Thanks :) And its not, my agency is in Seattle

[Tannequa92]

Thanks for the great tips! :) keep it going!

[niseegirlee]

@Tannequa92 You're welcome! Thank you soooo much for watching! <3

[kaj523]

can you do a video on how to take your waist, bust, and hip measurements please

[niseegirlee]

@kaj523 Yep <3

[karimashen]

I just got signed to a boutique agency. Do you have any tips for my first test shoot? Also do boutique agencies send you to the bigger fashion weeks without being signed to a regional agency (like new york fashion week and a new york agency)?

[niseegirlee]

@karimashen Congrats on getting signed :) On your first test shoot or any shoot make sure you get plenty rest the night before and relax, relax, relax :) That's tough to say, is your agency in NY?

[iamfedex]

wait,you can be signed with multiple agencies at once?

[niseegirlee]

@iamfedex Yes, as long as they are in different markets :)

[sleepylacepaws]

So informative thank youuuuuu so much!<3

[niseegirlee]

@sleepylacepaws You're very welcome sweetheart <3 Thanks for the support!

[AsiaRay19]

Hey.! Today I am going to an open call at BMG Models, However I am onlyy 5'5 but I was looking more for commercial work. My question was do you think I should still go even though im short, I looked on there website and they models signed to there agency who were my height and shorter, my other question was have you ever gone to an open call by youself, today im going by myself and im nervous.! Thanks in advance =)

[niseegirlee]

@AsiaRay19 Hey there! I apologize for the delayed response, how was the open call? I would always go to open calls by myself :) a little intimidating in the beginning but it get easier <3