I've been running Needhams Models for over twenty years now and before that I was a model for a long time. So in my opinion these are what a model should take on board. All of these suggestions ensure being rebooked by the client. So, in order...
1. Punctuality!
Always arrive at least ten minutes prior to a booking. Don't rely on sat nav timings - they don't take in consideration London traffic jams! Trains get cancelled. You can always go for a coffee if too early.
2. Reliability
Unless really genuine, food poisoning to back out of a booking is my personal worst nightmare- trying to find another model at the last minute! Remember, models are nearly always replaceable, clients are not.
3. Representing your photographs.
Photoshop can be great, but too much can be misleading to clients. The same goes for any physical changes. Always a good idea to let your booker know about changes to hair colour or style, skin,weight, etc. Sorry if this sounds obvious and patronising. But I have had a model turn up on a shoot with a leg in plaster, claiming to the client that I never asked her!
4. Updating your portfolio
There are many models in the industry, so its always good to have that edge on your competition by constantly updating your book. Either by testing or chasing work shots.
5. Being Prepared
A good model turns up with a selection of the required wardrobe that is presentable, and with their make up done, hair clean and styled.
Also, check your destination route the day before.
6. Personality
Don't turn up to a booking moaning about the weather, traffic, partner etc. The client isn't interested. Just be pleasant and professional. A lot of photographers tend to rebook models that they like to be around, and they're not necessarily the most attractive either.
7. Looking Good
Strangely this is the least important on my list, but nonetheless its a given that a model will need to look good and healthy.
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