Modeling Etc Where to Start

I did both modeling and acting when I was younger, and yes, the waiting around at cattle calls for auditions was Boring (with a capital B). Also, waiting around on sets between takes is equally exhausting. I'd start her off in a local childrens theatre first, let her get a feel for the acting and how it is to memorize lines and perform. Then, if she is still wanting to go further with the acting, then sign her up with a reputible agency. A decent agency is one that DOES NOT charge you to be with them. An agency that is worth it's weight knows they make their money off of the clients so they want to only hire the best talent to represent their agency. If you are paying out of pocket, then move on. As far as modeling, get her some modeling classes so she can get a feel for what it's like and to teach her skills of moving in certain clothes. Those you will have to pay for, but look for a private company, not an agency, and agencies job is to send you out on auditions NOT to teach you the skills, those are two seperate businesses. Be careful out there, especially in LA where EVERYONE believes they are going to make it big and be rich (I lived there when going to College, I definitely know the scene). Keep your eye on her, NEVER allow her to audition alone with just another adult in a room, that is suspicious behaivor on their part. GL!!!

Both my daughters are involved in the theatre at a local drama school. They started at age 5. Since it is an after school activity and I pay the school for my daughter's to participate there is no rejection but it has given them great public speaking skills and a lot of confidence that has carried over to every aspect of their lives.

I think the most appropriate outlet for this would be acting on a stage...because it's generally more creative and not as pressured. I'm not a big fan of childhood acting and modeling outside of the "for fun" realm.

My son had a 3yr. contract with Ford (San Fran.) I just looked up their website and saw that on the 3rd Sat. of every month you could bring your child in... He did get picked by Ford (we paid for nothing) in the 3 yrs we were there he never got work he was put on "hold" a few times but nothing happened after that... If your daughter gets picked (fingers crossed) she might be pulled out of school for "go sees" in which you get to stand in line with a bunch of other parents just for them to take a few pics then your done, and you will have to do a lot of driving around. I would look up agency's in your area and see what they say.... good luck :)

I've modeled most of my life and my 17 yr old daughter models occasionally.

First.... NEVER pay $$ for ANYTHING.

If they are interested in you, they contact you. You will pay some fees associated with travel... Gas, hotel etc on some occasions. For the most part you spend nothing.

Yes, it can be rewarding but you must be very patient, thick skinned due to lots of rejection, etc.

A grat start is children's theatre, etc to get some exposure and build confidence.

It is a job that is WORK for your child. Please put any $$ your child earns into a safe a count for your child.

There is a lot of competition and rejection. Support your child and if they say no, then stop. Don't do this for yourself.

Good luck.

children theater, drama classes, and modeling agencies if you do your research. I wouldnt make it a full time thing, 6 is too young. A friend of our family got her 5 and 9 year old daughters into films by do the Children's Theater classes and workshops. They are doing mostly independent roles but the 9 year old was asked to do some work on a big screen movie in the works.

It can also be very expensive, clothing, lessons, gas to go to auditions. It takes more then a pretty face for acting. As for modeling, hair, make-up, nails, clothing and if she doesn't get booked, how will it effect her self-esteem? I suggest you look into your local theater group. I'm not sure what section of LA you're in, but an online search of your area and theater should get you what you need. You can also look into a local pageant or two, get her feet wet that way. They require a degree of performance, then again, that can be expensive too.

Good luck.