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Average UK salary in 2023 was £34,963
(source Office for National Statistics)
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Fashion models promote clothing and accessory brands at fashion events and in magazines and digital media.
Average UK salary in 2023 was £34,963
(source Office for National Statistics)
You could work: freelance / self-employed; attending events or appointments
There will be
0.5% more Fashion model jobs in 2027.
You’ll often have to go to casting sessions with potential clients or agencies. You’ll also spend a lot of time looking after your appearance.
You could specialise in different types of modelling, like:
In fashion show modelling you'll walk along a catwalk, turning to display clothes in front of an audience. You'll work closely with stylists, hair and make-up artists, producers and directors.
In photographic, advertising and promotional modelling you'll:
You could work at a TV studio, at a film studio, in a photographic studio or at a store.
Your working environment may be physically and emotionally demanding and you'll travel often.
You can get into this job through:
You could develop your skills as a model by helping out with charity fashion shows.
You'll usually start your career by going to a model agency in person or sending photographs and details of your measurements to them.
You'll need a good appearance and the right 'look' for the area of modelling you want to go into.
You should usually be well-proportioned for fashion modelling, with regular features and healthy skin, teeth and hair. For other types of modelling you would need to fit in with the look that modelling agencies want.
You don't need to do a modelling course or have an expensive portfolio of pictures. The British Fashion Model Agents Association has advice on what to expect from reputable agencies and how to avoid rogue ones.
You'll need to:
There's a lot of competition for modelling jobs. You'll improve your chances of finding work if you build up a good portfolio and get experience and contacts.
Model agencies are not allowed to charge an up-front fee for you to join them.
You can join Equity for professional advice and to make industry contacts.
You can find out more about becoming a fashion model from the British Fashion Model Agents Association and Discover Creative Careers.
With experience, you could become a booker for a model agency or set up your own agency. You could also move into other areas of the fashion industry like styling or fashion journalism.
You might also find opportunities in areas like TV presenting or acting.
You'll need: