A few things to consider before getting started with Child modeling!
How is your child's personality and temprament? child model scouts are not only looking for the prettiest baby. It's certainly NOT a beauty pageant. There are 6 criteria they are searching for child modeling. These criteria are looks, disposition, behavior, personality, talent and availability. We've highlighted that last criteria because even if your child passes these other 5 criteria with flying colors.
Child modeling Photos and Portfolios
You should never have to pay a talent scout for photos of your baby. There are tons of reputable scouts who will accept just a polaroid or snapshot of your baby. As a child gets older however the photos will need to become more professional. But by no means do you have to pay thousands of dollars for a portfolio of your baby like some celebrity do. If a scout tells insists on this, turn the other way and run. This is a known scam.
Keep child very natural in the photo. There's no need to dressed your little girl like women's dress and hair bows. This only takes away from your baby's personality.
A few tips for parents considering getting started in child modeling.
1. Any child under 17 years of age and in full time education must be licensed to work in modeling & entertainment.
2. DO NOT rush into signing paperwork at any interview. Legitimate agencies will allow you plenty of time to read over all the fine print, even allowing you to take paperwork home for legal advice.
3. Parents (and children old enough to understand) will need a strong backbone and be able to cope with rejection and scrutiny. Agents can be very blunt and bold when considering your baby or child for a position. They usually will not think twice about telling you what might be "wrong" with your baby.
We hope these tips have provided some of the informaiton you are looking for before getting involved in child modeling. Good luck to you and your child model!
Source: everydaybabies.com
