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Fashion Model

Fashion models work for designers, photographers and fashion brands to show off clothes and accessories. It's a job in a creative industry that can involve photoshoots, fashion shows, and travel to different cities.

Fashion Model

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Creative Arts and Design

AI IMPACT
AI CAN DO19%moving to64%
THE DOOR, NOWB
THE DOOR, 20 YRSC
STARTING PAY£15,000 - £25,000
PHYSICAL MOATThe work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it.
This job holds up well against AI
AI cannot yet do much of what this job actually involves, and the work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.

The role

As a Fashion Model, you work with photographers, designers and fashion brands to show their clothes and products. This might mean posing for photographs, walking in fashion shows, or appearing in adverts and videos.

A typical week might include a photoshoot at a studio or outdoor location, a fitting for a fashion show, or meetings with your agent about upcoming work. You need to look after yourself - exercise, eat well, get enough sleep, and take care of your skin and hair. The job can involve a lot of rejection - not every audition will lead to work - so you need to be tough and not take it personally. There's often travel involved, sometimes to other cities or countries. The pay and hours are unpredictable; some months you might work a lot, other months very little. It's a creative field and it can be exciting, but it's also competitive and demanding.

Daily responsibilities

  • Attend castings and auditions to be considered for jobs.
  • Pose for photographs at a studio or outdoor location.
  • Walk in fashion shows and runway events for designers.
  • Go to fittings so clothes can be adjusted to your measurements.
  • Have your hair and make-up done before a shoot or show.
  • Meet your agent to discuss upcoming work and bookings.
  • Look after your fitness, skin and hair to stay shoot-ready.

Does a degree help here?

Studying in the UK offers a unique advantage with access to prestigious fashion schools and industry connections. UK education emphasizes creativity and innovation, giving you the skills to stand out in a competitive field.

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