How To Become A Commercial Model and Actor in the UK

Name: How To Become A Commercial Model and Actor in the UK
Rating: 4.8 (8 reviews)

Learn from a successful working model

Created byOwen Hunte

Last updated 7/2020

English

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What you'll learn

Introduction (2:07)
What is Commercial Modelling? (3:43)
Who Can do Commercial Modelling? (3:47)
How To Get Into Commercial Modelling (3:56)
How To Find A Photographer (1:27)
How To Create A Portfolio (4:15)
How To Pose and Choose Poses (2:18)
Types of Agencies (3:10)
Recommended Agencies (13:51)
Introduction to Castings (2:24)
Castings and Improvisation (1:52)
How to Win at Castings (5:26)
When to Arrive at Castings (5:09
How to Deal With Rejection (2:27
Important Industry Terms (7:09)
Keeping Your Agents Informed (3:40)
Where to Find Commercial Work (5:37)
Some Scams To Avoid (6:55)
Recommended Photographers List - 15 Agency recommended Photographers
Recommended Agency List - The list of 40 Commercial Agencies including Supporting Artist Agencies

Course content

1 section • 18 lectures • 1h 19m total length

Introduction2:07
Having had many years of success as a commercial model and actor in the UK, securing work on national and international campaigns with world leading brands such as BUPA, Sky Sports, Sky Q, Uber, Lloyds Pharmacy, Dentyl Active, Furniture Village, Asda, Tesco, Eurstar, Vodafone, Samsung, BT and many more, I have finally decided to share my eight years of accumulated knowledge in response to the many requests for tips and advice.
The on-line course and supporting material contains all the advice you need to kick start a career as a commercial model, along with some tips and tricks for any established models whose bookings may need a boost.
Gain instant on-line access to:
18 bite sized videos - total running time just under 1.5 hours.
Top 15 Photographers contact list - As trusted and recommended by several well known agents.
Top 40 UK-based Commercial Agencies contact list - Including supporting artist agencies.
Knowledge is key to realising the goal of representation by top agencies, and to increase the chance of landing that first booking or the next big break. The contact lists alone will save hours of research, while the videos cover everything from breaking into the industry, finding the best industry professionals, posing, castings, securing work, overcoming rejection, pitfalls to avoid, and more.
Check out my CV at Owen Hunte Modelling and /acting CV at www.owenhunte.com. Check out my Instagram @odhunte
What is Commercial Modelling?3:42
Who Can do Commercial Modelling?3:47
Anyone can become a commercial model or actor in the UK, since advertisers need diverse characters across ages, nationalities, sizes, and accents; casting depends on the product and client brief.
How To Get Into Commercial Modelling3:55
learn practical routes to break into commercial modeling, including applying on agency websites with photos, using instagram hashtags, attending walk-in days, and leveraging family connections.
How To Find A Photographer1:27
Learn how to find an affordable photographer to build your portfolio with headshots and lifestyle shots by using agency sites to view credits and contact photographers via social media.
How To Create A Portfolio4:14
Curate a portfolio by shooting many options, then whittle down to four to ten money shots that vary outfits, hairstyles, expressions, locations, and include headshots, mid, and full-length options.
How To Pose and Choose Poses2:18
Select standout poses from agency sites and practice them ahead of your shoot. Build a mood board and reference photos on set to ensure you capture versatile, market-ready headshots.
Types of Agencies3:09
Identify four agency types, including commercial acting and modeling and stage acting, and how nonexclusive, multi-agent setups boost direct bookings.
Recommended Agencies13:50
Discover reputable UK modelling and acting agencies, from Imam to Real London, focusing on direct bookings, timely payments, and opportunities in commercials, stage, and extras.
Introduction to Castings2:23
Casting is the lifeblood of commercial work, with direct bookings sometimes worth far more than the day rate and even abroad shoots, like in South Africa.
Castings and Improvisation1:50
How to Win at Castings5:26
Learn how to win castings by being memorable and authentic, delivering what the client wants, and using brand-color tactics and first-in/last-out strategies to stand out.
When to Arrive at Castings5:09
Discover when to arrive for castings, differentiate fixed slots from open calls, and prepare by completing forms early and coordinating with your agent, especially for family casting.
How to Deal With Rejection2:26
Navigate rejection in the UK commercial modeling and acting industry by staying persistent, continuing to seek opportunities, and converting near misses into direct bookings that build momentum.
Important Industry Terms7:09
Learn essential terms for UK commercial modeling and acting, including the basic shoot fee, buyouts, and call sheets. Discover how headshots and Spotlight shape casting and pay.
Keeping Your Agents Informed3:40
Keep agencies top of mind with a personal website and a weekly template email containing an updated CV sent to all agencies.
Where to Find Commercial Work5:37
Some Scams To Avoid6:54
Spot common modelling scams, such as paying for portfolios or accepting free test shoots, and demand clear 30-day payment terms in contracts.

Requirements

Ability to watch videos and read English

Description

Having had many years of success as a commercial model and actor in the UK, securing work on national and international campaigns with world leading brands such as BUPA, Sky Sports, Sky Q, Uber, Lloyds Pharmacy, Dentyl Active, Furniture Village, Asda, Tesco, Eurstar, Vodafone, Samsung, BT and many more, I have finally decided to share my eight years of accumulated knowledge in response to the many requests for tips and advice.

The on-line course and supporting material contains all the advice you need to kick start a career as a commercial model, along with some tips and tricks for any established models whose bookings may need a boost.

Gain instant on-line access to:

18 bite sized videos - total running time just under 1.5 hours.

Top 15 Photographers contact list - As trusted and recommended by several well known agents.

Top 40 UK-based Commercial Agencies contact list - Including supporting artist agencies.

Knowledge is key to realising the goal of representation by top agencies, and to increase the chance of landing that first booking or the next big break. The contact lists alone will save weeks of research, while the videos cover everything from breaking into the industry, finding the best industry professionals, posing, castings, securing work, overcoming rejection, pitfalls to avoid, and more.

Who this course is for:

Anyone looking to gain insight on how to become a commercial model in the UK