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Commercial Modeling/Which Market? (NYC/Japan)
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Navigating the commercial modeling landscape can be a complex journey, especially when considering different markets like NYC and Japan. Having been street cast by Japanese agencies and receiving feedback about your glamor modeling potential, you’ve gained valuable insights. Your recent experience with a Japanese agency highlighted a shift in market preferences, particularly regarding the appeal of your look. As you aim for swim and beauty modeling, it’s essential to assess whether your digitals authentically represent you and explore how your style aligns with either market.
| | Hi! I was street casted a few times (received business cards) by Japanese agencies (for Japanese citizens) a few years back. I went through a few interviews and didn’t hear back from most. I was told that I’d be best for glamour modeling/tarento (tv personality) work. I decided to go back to America and had a mother agency in Florida. Last year, I signed with a Japanese agency for a total of 6-7 months that required me to be exclusive to them. I got feedback that “sexy is not welcome for the newest generation” according to my look, but that they’d keep advocating. I left due to not seeing a future at that point. Height: 168cm B W H: 92 63 92 My Instagram @emikelly_official has some of my portfolio photos.
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