Talent Benefits Working with Latitude

At Latitude, our company was designed to help new models and actors in attaining their personal goals; whether that goal is to simply build or start a portfolio, or to obtain exposure in a major market by connecting to casting calls and opportunities. Our personalized service provides talent of all backgrounds with the tools necessary to be successful, while being offered the personal attention to overall growth in the entertainment community.

How do we do this?

We realize that many talent are just getting started or have been unsuccessful in previous attempts to start their journey. As you embark on your journey in this industry, we embark on it with you to provide the best guidance available. We do this as part of our service. This attention and services are included in our service.

As importantly as direction, our team is always available to provide support. This industry can be tough to break into and when you need encouragement or help, we are always there.

Our talent are truly number one. Period.

The Best Way to Start Modeling for Free

Modeling costs do add up, here are 3 sure fire ways to start off modeling for free.

Modeling, like another career path, takes education in the field. While modeling schools can be a useful tool to those who need coaching in pose or self confidence, the truth is many models do not need school to become successful. Yes, your look can help get you booked, but if you cannot interview properly, you aren’t going to give a modeling agent confidence in your success. Also, modeling schools tend to cost more than workshops, which can be hard if you are just starting out.

To get started as a model for free isn’t going to be easy, but here are some tips to get started if you can’t afford high end photographs or modeling schools.

Tip 1: Seek local photographers to build up a book
Professional photography is an art. Therefore, high end photography professionals tend to charge more than those just starting out. Most modeling agencies require a model to have a portfolio. This makes it easy for them to see if you have the versatility in front of the camera. If you are in a smaller market outside of New York, where most big agencies for models are located, try to find a photographer who is willing to shoot TFP (trade for pictures). In turn for the free pictures, they use you as a subject model. Many models, regardless of their experience level, shoot TFP throughout their career.
Tip 2: Try local projects or modeling agencies
Smaller agencies understand the local market, so an up and coming model can have a chance to get started for free. However, smaller agencies do not have the budget to spend on developing a model. Going to a model scout with some pictures can help you land a modeling agent.
Tip 3: Get Help from Professionals
Doing it on your own is very hard. Marketing services like Latitude Talent Studios in New York helps models that have a hard time finding a modeling agency get started. To learn more about how Latitude can help visit www.latitudetalent.com

Heard of Latitude Talent? The Best Company for Models and Actors

Have you heard of Latitude Talent Studios? They are one of the best ways for any model and actor looking to get started. Here is the truth about how they can help you become a model or actor.

In the past, you have only two choices to become a model. Get scouted on the street or to apply to a modeling agency. While you still have those two choices, the chance of landing success is completely out of your control. Latitude Talent Studios was started to give talent the chance to find success in a safe environment. No one else connects talent to the best photographers and castings calls then Latitude Talent.

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Many fresh talent think that applying to modeling agencies like Ford Model or Elite are the best way to get started. We’ll your right in a sense that they are the BEST, however they are very, very picky and only want those with a “special look” or those with a ton of experience.

Get that experience with working with Latitude.

To become a model or actor with Latitude, first apply online here. Be sure to follow Latitude Talent Studios on Instagram.

 

 

5 Best Modeling Agencies in New York – Latitude Talent Studios

5 Best Modeling Agencies in New York

When people think of starting a career in the Modeling business, they think of many cities to start in, including New York City- a city full of high-end fashion, trends, and events. You don’t have to be experienced to become a model, that’s what agencies and marketing firms like Latitude Talent are for! Although it could be difficult to get signed with an agency, down below are 5 of the best Modeling Agencies and Services in New York to help you get started on your path to the modeling industry.

1. Elite Model Management

One of the largest and successful agencies in New York City. Being signed with Elite Model Management could definitely help your career in the modeling industry. It has an iconic legacy and has represented many famous and well-known talents such as Adriana Lima, Behati Prinsloo, Monica Bellucci, Lizzy Jagger, Cara Delevingne.

2. Ford Models

A very respected and well-known agency for representing some of the best. Agencies like this are very strict about who they choose to sign with. However, this could be a very good agency to work with if you have the right qualities and experiences.

3. Latitude Talent Studios 

A great talent marketing firm, not an agency for models and actors with experience or no experience. Most agencies want models with experience and this is a great place to start. They have helped connect their talent in many opportunities including castings with MTV, ABC Network,  People Magazine, Amazon Prime, HBO Networks, Dynasty Models International, Converse, Target, New York Fashion Week’16,’17,’18,’19, and many more. Latitude is the best way to start a career or future as a model/actor without joining an agency.

4. New York Model Management

A full-service agency promoting many well-known talents such as Niki Taylor, Tatjana Patitz, Meghan Collison, Sui He, Sanne Vloet, Olga Sherer, and Tess Hellfeuer. New York Model Management is committed to promoting talent to the fashion industry worldwide.

5. VNY Models

VNY is a top New York boutique modeling agency that has an unrivaled reputation and track record for crafting unknown models into household names. They have a vast network of connections and firm relationships with clients. VNY Models is a great agency to work with if your goal is to make it to the top!

Watch – How To Create A Strong Modeling or Acting Resume – Even With Little or No Experience

 

How To Create A Strong Modeling or Acting Resume – Even With Little or No Experience. This interactive video with New York City Actress, Model and Producer Sophia Gutchinov, who stops by the Latitude Talent Studios NYC office, guides Models and Actors with the ins and out for you to help build or start your resume as a beginner Model or Actor.

Victoria Requested for Mini Cooper Commercial Audition

Check out Latitude Talent Victoria, who after less than a month joining Latitude, was already requested to audition for a Mini Cooper Ad!

Legit Ways to Launch your Modeling Career in NYC

Are you looking to be a model in New York?

Many models all around the world come to NYC in hope of becoming a model and engaging the world of fashion. While there are dozens of great modeling agencies, what are the legit ways to launch a career in modeling?

Latitude NY Male Model

Start Small

It is important to start small and realistic when looking to become a model. You cannot expect to walk into an agency and get signed on the spot. While it does happen,  really very rare and not realistic for a model to think it’s easy. Start small by building up your experience. For male models, it is important to focus on the fitness aspect as well.

Get Photographs and Don’t Spend too much on them

You can get an amazing photographer for a few hundred bucks however spending $1,000+ for head shots is a waste of money for most models. Start small and get good headshots from real professionals. Always do a simple online search to make sure the agency or photographer is legit and can really deliver what they say.

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Female Modeling NYC – Jillian

Get Help

There are so many great ways to become a model in New York, Latitude Talent is one of them. To become a model and get started, Latitude was designed as an all-in-one shop. Apply now to see how Latitude can help you become a model or actor.