| There is a very large demand for men in the modeling | | | | The physical requirements are quite broad. The |
| industry. For various reasons, modeling has been | | | | majority of the time, the industry is looking for a model |
| predominantly a female activity. In the last 20 years | | | | with the height between 5 feet 10 inches and 6 feet 2 |
| this has taken a dramatic change. You must | | | | inches. For the most part, it is better to be on the tall |
| remember that there are thousands of high-end | | | | side of the spectrum. Like their female counterparts, |
| companies that strictly produce products for men. | | | | male models are expected to be in great shape with |
| These firms are always looking for people to show | | | | little body fat. This can vary depending on the situation. |
| off their goods. | | | | There are many different types of models. Many |
| There is no question that it is easier for a male to be | | | | companies are looking for bigger models that more fit |
| successful in the modeling industry than a female. This | | | | their clientele. This means that even if you aren't six |
| mostly comes because guys have a much larger | | | | two with an amazing body, there is still plenty of work |
| range. Females in the industry are held to such | | | | for you. |
| requirement that only a handful can even qualify. While | | | | One of the most important things agencies look for in |
| the male look is easier to obtain, there still is a range. If | | | | their models is great skin. Male models need to lose all |
| you are thinking of becoming a male model, here is | | | | the body hair, and the skin needs to be smooth. This |
| some information that will help you determine if you | | | | has become an absolute norm in the industry. |
| have the look. | | | | The most important thing is to have fun and do good |
| The first thing to discuss is the age. Male models can | | | | work. If you can get a name as being someone that is |
| vary anywhere from 16 to 60. The most defined | | | | easy to work with and does excellent work, you can |
| market is the 23-37 age group. The great thing about | | | | go far in the modeling business. |
| being a male model over a female model is the | | | | The bottom line is there is a huge shortage of good |
| industry is lacking men at every age. Obviously if you | | | | male models. If you have the desire, locate your local |
| fit into the strongest category you are going to have | | | | talent agency and see what kind of an offer they are |
| the best chance, but models are in high demand and all | | | | willing to make. |
| ages. | | | | |