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If you work for a brand in the fashion or commercial space, you're likely to find yourself working with models at some point. Regardless of your company's size and budget, the model casting process is complex and there's a lot to think about. Finding the right model to be the face of your brand while meeting your shoot schedule and budget can be quite a hassle. Today, we're going to go over the key points for casting models, introducing the methods and benefits of using a "platform" to make modeling easier.
Key things to check before booking a model
As mentioned earlier, there are a lot of things to think about when it comes to modeling. If you get to the model shoot and the brand doesn't look like what you envisioned in the initial planning, your project will suffer. To avoid such mishaps, the model casting process must be done carefully. Here are some key things to look for before booking a model.
- Project requirements: It's important to have a clear understanding of the project's purpose and concept. Identify and document what kind of model you need, what style and imagery you need, and so on.
- Model specifications: You need to determine the characteristics and specifications of the model you need. It's good to have some idea of your height, body type, skin color, and hair length or color.
- Budget and timeline: You should consider the budget required to cast the model and set the terms of the contract, including the timeline. Have a contract in place ahead of time that clarifies salary, shooting schedule, ad usage, and more.
- Portfolio and resume review: It's essential to review a model's portfolio and resume to see their previous experience and work. This allows you to assess the model's expertise and fit.
3 ways to find models
We've written about modeling agencies and how to get models in the past. There are three main ways to cast models.
1) Intermediation by a model agency 2) Direct recruiting 3) Model Platform
If you're casting through a modeling agency, you have a lot to worry about. There are a lot of modeling agencies in Korea, so it's a lot of work to select one, and the quotes start out high. Finding models through direct search portals and social media can also take a lot of time and effort unless you know the modeling industry inside and out. Casting through a platform can make up for the inefficiencies of the previous two methods. From discovery to contract, you can cut out unnecessary work and time from the process, and find a model that fits your budget and terms.
However, there are still some people who may be concerned about hiring through a platform. If that's you, we've got you covered!
Model Platforms, the best way to cast models
As we said earlier in the key points of model casting, checking the model portfoliois a must. But it's not the real thing, so it's not always easy to make a final choice based on portfolio photos alone. Portfolio photos help paint a picture of what you can expect when you work together, especially since they are the final product of a professional hair, makeup, and post-shoot retouching. However, it can fall short of capturing what the model is and what it really looks like.
So we're ready!
To keep you up to date with a model's most recent appearance, Spotlight features snapshots, Instagrams, videos, and career entries, as well as the model's portfolio. The photo above is the latest photo from model Avaz's real Instagram account. By seeing a variety of recent and everyday photos in addition to portfolio shots, it's easier to determine if a model is a good fit for your brand.
On model Kimbella 's profile, you can also see her daily photos and snapshots from her real Instagram. Spotlight allows you to see all the latest information and photos about a model in one place, without having to search and browse!
You can also see honest snapshots from the front, side, and back with little to no makeup. The snapshots will give you a good idea of what it will look like in real life, which will help you plan your actual shoot!
But it would be more accurate in person, right?! We want to see them fitting our brand's clothes or presenting our products. Spotlight's CX team also schedules in-person meetings and fittings with models upon request from brands. This allows you to determine whether the model you see on the platform is real or not. Channel Talk to us on Spotlight today!
Isn't it hard to find models using the platform? Find your favorite model in the spotlight today!