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For many people, the life of a model seems to be an ideal one.
You get to travel the world, wear designer clothes, all while making a lot of money.
But the lifestyle of a model is not all glitz and glamour.
Here are some things you may not know about the modeling world.
A lot of time is spent “waiting around.”
Modeling is one of the few industries where women earn more money than men, on average.
Elizabeth Rose, a modeling agent, toldBBCthatthe pay gap between men and womenis huge and “unfair.”
“The top ten female models all make millions,” said Rose.
“Only the top three male models make over a million.”
She recommends that prospective models should save up at least $10,000 before launching their careers.
The fees charged by modeling agencies mean that many models are living in near-poverty.
One model claims that he only pocketed $15 after a $500 shoot.
Statistics are even worse for plus-size models.
Out of 440 models, just seven were over a size 12, and all of them were white.
Instagram has proven to be a game-changer for the modeling industry.
IMG Models launched a campaign to scout models from Instagram, and signed 55 models from 16 different countries.
Ivan Bart, President of IMG Models, offered tips for those looking to be discovered on Instagram.
“Take the most natural, effortless beauty pictures…just be yourself.”
As with any other career, it takes hard work and dedication to make it to the top.
