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EXTRA - acting job where the actor has no speaking lines, but stands in the background and adds to the atmosphere of a scene.
FASHION COORDINATOR - puts fashion show outfits together in retail stores. FASHION TRENDS - gradual changes in fashion styles. FIT MODELING - modeling the original sample garment to test for sizing, clients chose a model whose measurements match the sample size exactly. FITTING - trying on clothes to determine fit and style, usually before a fashion show. FLIPPER - false teeth used for young children to temporarily fill in for lost teeth. FORMAL FASHION SHOW, RUNWAY SHOW - invited audience, stage, music; models walk down runway to show designer clothing. FREELANCE - modeling for clients without agency representation. FULL-LENGTH SHOT - head to toe photograph. GO&SEE - job interview, model meets a client and shows portfolio. HAIR STYLIST - works on hair changes. HEADSHOT - photo of head and shoulders. HEADSHEET - agency sheet, poster, or book of models they represent that goes to prospective clients HIGH FASHION - extreme, chic, sophisticated model type. HOLD - when the agency puts you "on hold" for a job, it means the client is seriously considering you and wants you to keep the time available for them first. ILLUSTRATION MODEL - poses for artists. INDUSTRIAL - non-broadcast production, often educational or sales films & tapes. INFORMAL FASHION SHOW - in stores or restaurants, walk around, no runway. JUNIOR MODEL - youthful type. LINES -script, words. LINE-UP - position of model and garment in a fashion show. LOCATION -assignment site outside the studio. LOUPE -small magnifying glass to see slides and contact sheet images eight times larger. MAKEUP ARTIST - applies and changes makeup for photo sessions. MARKET, JOB MARKET - any location where there is a lot of work. MARKET WEEK - 4-6 times per year when seasonal collections are shown to buyers. MODEL BAG - a large tote in which you carry all your makeup and working essentials. MODEL RELEASE - contract in which the model gives permission to use the photo as the client specifies. MODEL AGENCY - represents model for employment and receives a percentage of the bookings. MONOLOGUE - a scene performed by one person for a client, that reflects a particular mood and demonstrates your acting talent. MOOD - the feeling a model projects to suit the specific assignment. OPEN CALL - casting when the client sees all models suitable for the type requested. PORTFOLIO - main promotional tool for models - select photos in a vinyl or leather casebook which show the model at his/her photogenic best and samples of their work (tearsheets). PRINCIPAL - main performer in the foreground. PRINT - a photograph printed in newspaper or magazine form. PRINTWORK - photography taken for catalog and mail order, books, brochures, ads for magazines or newspapers, magazine covers, commercial photography for household products, business products and services, glamour products. |
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