Understand modelling
Learn the main types of modelling and where your look, personality and skills may fit.
Open lesson →Models House Academy · Beginner Course
How to become
a model.
From your first phone photos to castings, agencies and professional shoots: a practical start-to-finish plan for aspiring models.
Begin lesson 1 ↓Take honest digitals
Create simple headshot, profile and full-length photographs in natural light.
Open lesson →Record your details
Measure yourself accurately and keep your location, sizes and appearance current.
Open lesson →Create your profile
Put your photographs and details in one professional place that you can improve over time.
Open lesson →Learn the camera
Practise posture, expression, movement and taking direction.
Open lesson →Build a portfolio
Choose shoots strategically and edit your work down to a strong, relevant selection.
Open lesson →Find opportunities
Read briefs carefully, apply only when suitable and keep track of your applications.
Open lesson →Approach agencies
Research agencies, follow their official submission instructions and keep your application concise.
Open lesson →Work professionally
Prepare for shoots, arrive on time, communicate clearly and respect agreements.
Open lesson →Stay safe and keep growing
Verify people and opportunities, protect your boundaries and keep improving your portfolio.
Open lesson →A professional career includes wellbeing
Look after the person,
not just the portfolio.
Modelling should not require crash diets, dehydration or changing yourself to satisfy every opinion. Learn about sensible shoot-day nutrition, grooming and wellbeing alongside the career lessons.
Health & wellbeing guides →Your next step
Don't wait until you feel
like a model.
Create your profile with what you have today. You can improve it as you learn.
Start my free profile →