There is a never-ending demand for petite models to appear in print ads, commercials and for other promotions. If you want to be a petite model, you have to know what you are getting into -- living the life of a model is not all fun and games and the hours can be grueling.http://ezinearticles.com/?Do-You-Have-What-it-Takes-to-be-a- Successful-Petite-Model?&id=49107 Here are some questions you should ask yourself before you get started on your quest to become a petite model:

How tall are you? - You have to be between 4 feet 9 and 5 feet 7 inches to qualify as a petite model. If you are any shorter, you may qualify as a teen model or preteen model -- any taller and you are too tall for petite and possibly too short for runway modeling.

Are you willing to relocate? Most of the work for models, petite or otherwise, is in the big cities (such as New York and Los Angeles, or even sometimes abroad). If you live in a small town in the midwest, your modeling opportunities are going to be quite limited.

Would you work for free for awhile? - Sometimes, if you want a modeling job you may have to do it for no pay if the business owner can't afford to pay you. Sometimes you will need to work in exchange for prints or digital images so that you can build up your portfolio. Then, hopefully your professional-looking portfolio can get you paying work.

Would you enjoy being worked on by a lot of different people? - Models have people doing their hair, nails, makeup, clothing and almost everything that it take to get the shot just right. There may be two, three or more people fixing some part of you at the same time.

Can you pick up and leave at a moment's notice? - If you have a lot of solid obligations and are not able to pack a bag to get on the next flight, you may not be ready to get started with a career in petite modeling unless you stick to local jobs. In addition, you will need to have a flexible work schedule. Auditions can occur at a moment's notice, and if you can't make the auditions then you can't book any work.

If you are ready, this page with tell you, step-by-step, how to become a petite model. http://ezinearticles.com/?Do-You-Have-What-it-Takes-to-be-a- Successful-Petite-Model?&id=49107

Fashion Model - Fashion models are hired to wear the clothes of the designers and to model them at shows and other events.

Commercial Print Ads - A commercial print ad model is hired to appear in magazines, newspapers, periodicals and other print ads.

Promotional Model - If you are just starting your career, promotional work may be ideal for you. You will work at trade shows, hand out products and be a representative for different businesses.

Catalog Print Ads - Local department stores sometimes use models from the area to model for print ads. Major department stores will hire models to appear in the catalog and in other advertisements for the stores.

Showroom Model - A showroom model is hired to show and present to customers and guests the new fashions on display. This is a job that requires a lot of standing and walking around the showroom. http://www.mahalo.com/how-to-become-a-model

Before you can get a modeling job, the modeling agencies and the people who need the model for a job have to know that you exist. You have to send your compcard to every agency you can think of. More and more agencies are using shorter models for a lot of print work and ads, so you need to send a photo to get the jobs. Not all agencies work with petite models, but you may be able to get work modeling teen styles and other promotional work.

What is a Compcard? A compcard is a card with several different photo styles (of you) on the front and the back. When you send your photo to the modeling agencies, you have to show them several photo styles and angles. A compcard that is done professionally can go a long way toward getting you that job.

You can take several of the photographs you have of yourself and get them printed on the same card; this will be your compcard. You should send a copy to all of the agencies and you should always have a card with you to show.

Words of Caution:

• Remember, just because a business is listed does not mean they are legitimate. Watch for these warning signs, as they will let you know if the agency you are considering is or is not the right one for you.

• They Ask You For Money - When you are a model, you make money for yourself and for the modeling agency -- there is no need for you to pay money to them.

• You Are Asked to do Something You Are Not Comfortable With - There are a lot of low-class agencies that are really in the adult business and will ask you to do questionable things. You should not be asked to do weird things just to prove yourself as a model.

• They Promise You Fame and Fortune - There is no guarantee that you are going to ever get your photo in an ad and you should not believe anyone who tells you that they can make you famous.

• You Are Offered a Photo Shoot - When you build your portfolio, you need to have photos from all of your jobs to show. A photo shoot is not a good way to show yourself as a model; you need different types of photos to send to the agencies. http://petitemodelingtips.blogspot.com/2009/01/top-10-commercial-print-modeling.html

The way you look can determine if you succeed as a model or not. This does not mean that you have to be in full makeup all day, but it does mean that you have to take good care of yourself by getting enough exercise and eating right.

After you have sent your compcard and modeling photos to all of the modeling agencies, you need to be ready when they call you. You should have a regular workout schedule that is coupled with a healthy eating plan. Models are required to wear some of the most beautiful and unusual clothes in the world and you have to make sure the clothes look good on you.

While you are waiting to hear from some of the agencies you sent your compcard to, try to find modeling in your town. A lot of businesses need someone to showcase their products and help with promotional events. Ask around, you may find a few jobs that will help your portfolio and your resume. http://www.amazon.com/How-Become-Successful-Commercial-Model/dp/0965358518#reader_0965358518