Booker : Person at agency who sets appointments for models
Booking : Your job
Book Out : Telling your agent that you are unavailable to work for certain days
Casting : An interview for the model, actor, talent, etc… to see if they fit the requirements of the job/booking
Go See : Models interview
Fashion/Runway Show : Involves an audience, runway stage, music and photographers… Models walk or as I prefer to say, strutt their stuff down the runway to show off new designer or boutique clothing
Fees: Amount of money paid to model per hour
Fitting : Trying on garments to get correct sizing before doing a fashion show or shoot. The client will select a model whose measurements match the sample size exactly
Flippers : False teeth used on younger children to temporarily fill in for the baby teeth they are loosing
Freelancing : Modeling for clients without any agency representation… You become your own agent
Models Bag : A large tote/hobo bag in which you carry all your makeup and working essentials
Models Release : A contract in which the model gives permission to use the photo however the client specifies in writing. This is a legally binding contract, so you may want to go over the paper work with your lawyer or agent before signing
Modeling Agency : Represents the model for employment and receives a percentage of the bookings
Monologue : A scene performed by one person for the client, usually requires reading from a script and is designed to show off your acting skills
Open call : A meeting for models, actors, talent, etc… to come and present themselves and is open to the public
Portfolio : A book with models tear-sheets, and some of your other work
Principal : Main performer
Print : Photograph printed in newspaper or magazine
Printwork : Photos taken for catalog and mail order, books, brochures, ads for magazines or newspapers, magazine covers, commercial photography for household products, business products and services, glamour products
Talent Agent : They are your representation to the client. They will try to get you work and when a casting comes through and if you fit the criteria they will then submit your cards and info to the client. If you book the job the agent gets a percentage of your pay. Usually 15 to 20 percent.
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