Models
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Also known as:
Artist's Model, Clothes Model, Fashion Model, Figure Model, Hand Model, Hat Model, Model, Photographer's Model, Studio Model
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Modeling looks glamorous. In reality, a model's life can be very difficult. In addition to keeping one's skin and body in shape to meet the demands of fashion, you're always looking for work, because most modeling jobs only last one day.
That's why models depend on agents to find them work. In return, they turn over as much as 20% of their earnings. Would-be models should be wary of schools and agencies that promise a career for a fee. A safer course is to contact agencies and ask if they'll look at a snapshot. Or if they're planning an "open call." This is an audition for women and men with modeling potential. That potential includes being photogenic, with flawless skin and healthy hair, and a certain flair in front of a camera.
There's also a market for models with particular body types, or beautiful hands or feet. In every case, you need a lot of confidence and the ability to deal with rejection. Models may promote beauty products, clothing or accessories in printed publications, or television, or through live modeling
This is a career that doesn't require a high level of education to earn a good income. And while most models never make it onto the covers of the top magazines, there is still plenty of opportunity for excitement and travel.
| Leadership |
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| Critical decision making |
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| Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines |
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| Dealing and handling conflict |
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| Competition for this position |
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| Communication with others |
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| Work closely with team members, clients etc. |
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| Comfort of the work setting |
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| Exposure to extreme environmental conditions |
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| Exposure to job hazards |
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| Physical demands |
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Gather information from agents concerning the pay, dates, times, provisions, and lengths of jobs.
Follow strict routines of diet, sleep, and exercise to maintain appearance.
Pose for artists and photographers.
| Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships | Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. |
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| Performing General Physical Activities | Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. |
| Thinking Creatively | Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions. |
| Performing for or Working Directly with the Public | Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests. |
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| Scheduling Work and Activities | Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. |
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| Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work | Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. |
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| Getting Information | Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. |
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| Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates | Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. |
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| Fine Arts | Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture. |
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| Transportation | Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits. |
| Customer and Personal Service | Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. |
| English Language | Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. |
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| Mathematics | Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications. |
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| Communications and Media | Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media. |
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| Administration and Management | Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. |
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| Economics and Accounting | Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data. |
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| Social Perceptiveness | Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. |
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| Active Listening | Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. |
| Time Management | Managing one's own time and the time of others. |
| Speaking | Talking to others to convey information effectively. |
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| Reading Comprehension | Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. |
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| Critical Thinking | Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. |
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| Coordination | Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. |
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| Writing | Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. |
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