The Go-See - A Quick Meeting For The Model And The Client

There are many ways to hire a model these days: through castings , online or even recommendations. A Go-See in this case is super important as it gives the model and client a chance to meet and discuss the future: Will there be a collaboration? Here's everything you need to know before a go-see.

What’s the difference between a go-see and a casting?

A go-see gives agencies and photographers the opportunity to take a direct look at potential models . Unlike a casting,  this first meeting is to get to know each other and not necessarily about a specific job. It’s just to see if the model and client work well together and if they have the potential to be booked for later productions . This decision is mostly based on looks.

How does a go-see work?

This is a very common question amongst newcomers to the modelling industry. Everyone knows what a photoshoot is, but not many people have heard of a go-see. The process is similar. Firstly, you’ll receive a formal invitation from the agency or client. Make sure when it comes round to the date that you are punctual to show that you are prepared and reliable. During the meeting, they may ask to photograph you there and then (but not always). You might also be asked to walk on a catwalk to demonstrate your skills, but the whole meeting never lasts longer than a few minutes. The client will decide whether you are suitable based on first impressions. Nowadays, lots of go-sees are done online via video calls.

Make sure you are prepared!

Preparation is the be-all and end-all for models (especially beginners) who are trying to sign with established agencies. Clients put lots of pressure on their models and expect more than just beauty and a likeability. Here are some important preparation tips for a go-see:
- Bring your portfolio to the meeting- photos should be 20 x 30cm in size
- Bring a Sedcard with you to give to the client after the presentation.
- Dress as you would for a normal casting - no flashy jewellery or excessive make-up.
Don’t go out the night before! Make sure you are well rested!

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