Occupation

Models

Human Advantage 56%

Moderate human-AI collaboration

AI Automation Risk Moderate Risk
4.8 / 10

Some tasks in this role may be augmented by AI, but human oversight and interpersonal skills remain important.

Model garments or other apparel and accessories for prospective buyers at fashion shows, private showings, or retail establishments. May pose for photos to be used in magazines or advertisements. May pose as subject for paintings, sculptures, and other types of artistic expression.

Also Known As: Agent Model, Art Class Model, Art Model, Artist's Model, Character Impersonator, Clothes Model, Fashion Model, Figure Model +20 more

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Core Tasks

  1. Pose for artists and photographers.

Supplemental Tasks (9)

  1. Record rates of pay and durations of jobs on vouchers.
  2. Gather information from agents concerning the pay, dates, times, provisions, and lengths of jobs.
  3. Report job completions to agencies and obtain information about future appointments.
  4. Assemble and maintain portfolios, print composite cards, and travel to go-sees to obtain jobs.
  5. Pose as directed, or strike suitable interpretive poses for promoting and selling merchandise or fashions during appearances, filming, or photo sessions.
  6. Follow strict routines of diet, sleep, and exercise to maintain appearance.
  7. Apply makeup to face and style hair to enhance appearance, considering such factors as color, camera techniques, and facial features.
  8. Work closely with photographers, fashion coordinators, directors, producers, stylists, make-up artists, other models, and clients to produce the desired looks, and to finish photo shoots on schedule.
  9. Dress in sample or completed garments, and select accessories.

Education & Training

Job Zone 2 Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
Education: These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
Experience: Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
On-the-Job Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.

Education Level Distribution

Percentage of workers in this occupation with each education level.

High School Diploma - or the equivalent (for example, GED)
76%
Less than a High School Diploma
17%
Bachelor's Degree
4%
Some College Courses
2%

Technology & Tools

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Software (13)

  • Apple Safari
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  • YouTube

Tools & Equipment (30)

  • Airbrushing tools
  • Blow dryers
  • Blurring brushes
  • Blush brushes
  • Bronzer brushes
  • Buffer brushes
  • Concealer brushes
  • Crease brushes
  • Curling irons
  • Eye shadow brushes
  • Eye sweep brushes
  • Eyebrow brushes
  • Eyebrow combs
  • Eyebrow tweezers
  • Eyelash curlers
  • Eyeliner brushes
  • Fan brushes
  • Foundation brushes
  • Hair clips
  • Hair combs
  • Hair straighteners
  • Kabuki brushes
  • Lip brushes
  • Makeup pencil sharpeners
  • Personal computers
  • Powder brushes
  • Smartphones
  • Stipple brushes
  • Tablet computers
  • Teaser hairbrushes

Where This Career Leads

Career progression organized by specialty track and experience level.

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