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Casting Red Flag: massartphotograph12@gmail.com

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This is a casting red flag. This is an example of an email from a legitimate company that is being impersonated. Note, they will have a “Model Coach on set” and prepay the talent $500. This is NOT how real castings work! You are never paid in advance of a castings!

From: massartphotograph12@gmail.com

We are interested in both (Male and female) professionals for a sales commercial coming up which includes a video advert and Co-operate Photo Shoot.

I am Massart (CEO) Massart Photography®️. Interested Models who will be available, are required to mail back with a brief introduction and two recent works, be sure to include your current location in other to be considered for the form application link.

 MALE & FEMALE MODELS FOR COMMERCIAL SHOOT

Event Date One : October 25th 2020 and October 30th

Event Date Two : November 17th 2020 and November 20th 2020

* Time : 10 A.M. – 3 P.M

* Nudity: No

* No amount of experience is required. (Free Model Coach accessible upon demand).

Compensation : $2000 while $500 is upfront payment first.

Stay safe!

Warmest Regards,

Massart Photography®️

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Modeling in New York: CAsting Red Flag!

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When becoming a model in New York, the first step besides getting your marketing in order, is making sure you find the castings to apply to. The more exposure, the better!

Upcoming models need to always look out for common red flags when it comes to finding casting calls.

A common red flag is castings that have common spelling errors. Not only are they not professional, it could be someone impersonating an actual brand.











Another common red flag is a casting call that requires you to advance them money. An example is a casting client “booking you for a job” but telling you to mail them a check or money order for a shoot. This is NOT legit! A real gig will never ask you to send them a money before you complete the project!





Always do your homework when it comes to working with a casting call client. A simple google search with the email address can come up with any complaints or related casting calls. For more articles, check out the Latitude Talent Blog!

	

	
	










	
	

			
	

				

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The Real Way to Become a Model In New York

		

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Its really hard to go online and try to find articles on how to become a model, or how to land a modeling agency, especially in a major market like New York City. Their are outlets out there, like talent support companies including Latitude Talent Studios, which is a great outlet for new models and actors.





Read more at: https://medium.com/@LatitudeTalent/the-real-way-to-become-a-model-21ffe07fd785

	

	
	




	
	

			
	

				

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Latitude Talent Evaluation – Inside Latitude with Elena

		

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“I heard about Latitude while I was looking into different companies and they ended up sticking out to me so I thought I would try and get noticed.”





INSIDE Latitude with New York Model Elena B. Read the full interview with Latitude Talent Studios member Elena from our New York office. 





Read full interview here: https://latitudenewyork.com/2020/09/17/inside-latitude-talent/






	

	
	




	
	

				

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Casting Call Red flags

		

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This is an example of a casting red flag. You should never accept a check or money order prior to attending and landing and audition! 

From: JC Nolan photos <jcnphoto44@gmail.com>

My name is Michael R. Williams, a freelance photographer and casting director for JC Nolan Photography/Kirino Photo and i wish to confirm receipt of your email regarding interest in the upcoming shoot, Thank you and it would be an honor to work with you. http://kirinophoto.com/

The commercial photos is for what? Our obligation in respect to this piece of project is to generate some marketable commercial advertisement where all models will pose with the watches from our client(Talley & Twine) to exhibit a commercial character to attract consumer’s attention. It’s very simple and works the same as any typical promotional or commercial advert shoot. The end product from the commercial shoot is an online media ad, electronic billboards and network medias that would convince the public to make these collection a top choice among others.

ABOUT Talley & Twine

Created with a person of style in mind, Talley & Twine satisfies a need in the marketplace for quality, aesthetically-pleasing watches that resist the status quo. These designs were born after finding that the market is riddled with watches that compromise quality or style to emulate the most popular brands. Talley & Twine was created to disrupt the stagnant, uninspiring watch marketplace. Tastemakers, trendsetters and trailblazers can appreciate our clean and classic design.  

Talley & Twine was founded on two principles: legacy and lifestyle. We want to set the standard for future generations, and we want to look good doing it. The number seven on the face of our watches represents completion and serves as a reminder to always finish what you start. The face also gives our timepieces a distinct look that sets us apart from other brands.

Interestingly enough, our name comes from an intersection that was formerly the center of a notorious, crime-riddled neighborhood in Virginia. In recent years, the neighborhood has been completely revitalized and families now have the opportunity to own. A place with a dark past now has a bright future; Talley & Twine represents that future. It’s not about how you start, it’s about how you finish. Pls visit https://talleyandtwine.com/pages/our-story for more information.

Event date notice: you are to check your availability and choose the best date feasible for you between 17th and 20th of September,2020. Please
note that any day you pick cannot be changed later on except the changes is made a week before the shoot.

Location/Venue of event: We’re making arrangement for a suitable studio within your city for the event, you will receive the location details and driving direction as soon as the venue is confirmed.

Compensation: Paid ($500.00/hr.), Duration of four (4) hours shoot/gig and $3000 for the complete usage right for 3 months. Talley & Twine are entitled to use the produced shoot for advert work for the period of 3 months only and this will be backed up by a contract.

Bonus: free lunch, models will receive copies of photo shoot via Dropbox or on a 2gb memory stick and all clothes, shoes and other accessories you will be wearing for the shoot will be yours after the shoot.

Time of Event: 10:00 A.M – 3:00 P.M
Nudity: No
No level of experience is required (Free model coach available upon request).

NOTE: The total pay for this job is $5000($500/hr for four (4) hours + $3000 for the complete usage right). An advanced deposit/booking fee of $500 will be mailed upfront to you BEFORE the shoot to ensure your engagement on the upcoming project with us in line with our business ethics. Meanwhile, the balance of $4,500 will be paid as soon as the shoot is completed. Moreover, YOU WILL NOT ONLY RECEIVE A CERTIFIED PAYCHECK OF $500 for your advance/booking fee but also with an ADDITIONAL amount that you will use to pay for your wardrobes bills which you will forward to the designer in charge of your Wardrobe after processing the check. The payment for your wardrobe and clothing measurements has to be forwarded to the designer by you, reason being that, the payment for your wardrobe has to be made or billed to your Name/info as requested and acceptable business terms by the designer, to ensure a tallied customization and label to be printed on your costumes. Please be informed that you are NOT responsible for the funds that you will use to pay for your wardrobe, the funds will be mailed in one payment to you alongside with that of your upfront/booking payment I.e. (your advanced payment $500  plus extra amount for wardrobe cost and shipping fee all on one check)  I hope this is clear?

Models/actors may attend the shoot with their choice of escort (maximum of two) and should not arrive location later than 9:30 a.m.to commence make-ups and attend a brief introductory class about the proposed project and shoot starts by 10:15 a.m. This shoot is going to be fun as different acting characters maybe involved, which is the real sense of this project. Take the courage to participate in this paid and legitimate offer as we look forward to working with you.

Final Note: we recommend that you read the content above over again for proper understanding and do not hesitate to ask questions. Below are the required payment and sign-up details you are to forward to us for filling and to mail you the aforementioned paycheck for your upfront and Wardrobe bills:

Name to be written on check/Your Legal name:
Residence address:(Not Po. Box)
Apartment number if any:
City/state/zip code:
Direct mobile phone number:
Your available date:
Your escort name if any:
Your current occupation:
Age:

Do not hesitate to ask any questions if any concerning the details above. I hope to hear from you as soon as possible and we look forward to working with you on this project.

Warmest Regards