Occupation
Models
Model garments or other apparel and accessories for prospective buyers at fashion shows, private showings, or retail establishments. May pose for photos to be used in magazines or advertisements. May pose as subject for paintings, sculptures, and other types of artistic expression.
$48,470 medianBelow-avg outlookHigh school
O*NET 31.0 · 41-9012.00
A typical week, in the words of people in the job
- 01Pose for artists and photographers.
- 02Record rates of pay and durations of jobs on vouchers.
- 03Gather information from agents concerning the pay, dates, times, provisions, and lengths of jobs.
- 04Report job completions to agencies and obtain information about future appointments.
- 05Apply makeup to face and style hair to enhance appearance, considering such factors as color, camera techniques, and facial features.
- 06Work closely with photographers, fashion coordinators, directors, producers, stylists, make-up artists, other models, and clients to produce the desired looks, and to finish photo shoots on schedule.
- 07Pose as directed, or strike suitable interpretive poses for promoting and selling merchandise or fashions during appearances, filming, or photo sessions.
- 08Follow strict routines of diet, sleep, and exercise to maintain appearance.
- 09Assemble and maintain portfolios, print composite cards, and travel to go-sees to obtain jobs.
- 10Dress in sample or completed garments, and select accessories.
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What the posting will be called
Art ModelArtist's ModelFigure ModelModelArt Class ModelFine Arts ModelLife Drawing ModelNude ModelStudio ModelUndraped Artist Model
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Knowledge the job leans on
Customer and Personal ServiceEnglish LanguageFine ArtsTransportationCommunications and MediaAdministration and ManagementComputers and ElectronicsPublic Safety and Security
Skills that carry over from service
Social PerceptivenessCoordinationTime ManagementJudgment and Decision MakingNegotiationPersuasionComplex Problem SolvingService Orientation