Jumpstart a Career in the Catalogue Modelling Industry

Now that our technological world has positively seeped into our devices, catalogue modelling has gone up a notch too. We have our favourite brands presented in traditional printed catalogues as well as in digital form at our very fingertips. Yay!

Our nifty smartphones, tablets and laptops expose us to online catalogue modelling. This means that there’s a greater need for models in this industry so the availability of catalogue modelling jobs is present and thriving. 

With this in mind, our Models Direct team will give you a heads up and provide you with an oh so handy guide about catalogue modelling (because we’re nice like that!) Let’s begin!

What are catalogue models? 

A catalogue model is a specific type of model who is a close representation of the population as opposed to a catwalk model. This is one of the many wonderful reasons for venturing into the catalogue modelling world. Clients want real-life people to showcase their brand so that a connection is made with the model and the product. So, if you’ve ever wondered if you could be the next rising star in the pages of the Next Directory, Freemans or Kays to name but a few, this dream could become a reality. 

What clients look for

No doubt, in this lucrative business, you can be sure that clients will want to see some common physical traits in their models. Luscious skin, gorgeous hair and a killer smile are the obvious ones! In any case, take care of your skin, hair and body if you want to break into this arena. 

And when it comes to diversity, there are so many opportunities out there, you wouldn’t believe! With a catalogue, the restrictions are minimal. Age, size and ethnicity; these don’t matter. This really does get better by the minute, doesn’t it? We think so too. 

See for yourself. Open up a catalogue, in print or online, to see the wide range of demographic included in building a brand’s catalogue. If the client is fashion-oriented they could be looking out for newborns through to mature models and everything in between. As for body type, petite, tall and plus-size ranges are all being fashionably whizzed up and included too. 

Heavenly looking hands, legs or feet? 

You could enter the world of catalogue modelling with a body part you consider to be your prized possession. Do you have hands, legs or feet that are unmissable and people can’t take their eyes off of? Well structured, even and lean? Your favourite body part could be gracing the covers of the next catalogue a client needs them for!

But wait…. what type of work could I do? 

Catalogue modelling doesn’t just stop at fashion. It extends to being featured in the likes of the following industries:

· Beauty; makeup and skincare products

· Fitness equipment

· Homewares

· Food and health items

The list is endless but we think you get the picture. It is also promising to know that catalogue brands are accessible on the internet so their websites and social media platforms are certainly receiving maximum exposure. If you choose to become a catalogue model, your rate of work will increase with the help of online potential. 

Do you have what it takes? 

Having the looks and overall appeal is one thing. However, another area that shouldn’t be dismissed is you having a bubbly and enthusiastic personality. No one wants to have a stroppy or uninterested model plaster their covers, no siree! If you’re marketing a brand, you need to do it in style. Ooze interest and positivity so that the camera captures that moment forever!

Make it happen with our modelling agency, Models Direct, and apply to become the next catalogue model clients are seeking.