How To Get Booked In The Promotional Modeling Industry!

The team at Pink Avenue Models gets tons of calls and emails a day asking random questions. Potential models want to know how they can get in to the modeling industry. Promotional models that are part of our team want to know how they can better their chances of being selected by clients. We get pretty much any question that you can think of and we like to give answers to the best of our ability. Here are a few of our tips for working in this crazy industry.

1. Send professional and candid pictures along with an updated resume to as many agencies as possible. (Always keep your pictures and resume up to date, we hate pictures from 6 years ago.) The more companies you receive notifications from the more work you can get.


2. Use all your resources to find work. Use Craigslist, Facebook, Model Mayhem, Marketing Rockstar, and Twitter. Yes, companies send out notifications but they also post on tons of social media sites.


3. Be reliable. As soon as you back out of an event, get a bad review, cancel last minute or do not finish the event the agency looks at you as unreliable and you will probably not get booked again.


4. Be awesome! When you do a great job and your agents hear amazing things about you they will be more likely to refer you to their clients.


5. Don't over book yourself. Yes, the money can be amazing but being tired and overworked ruins your performance at events. Working to much takes the fun out of it and you are more likely to show up with a bad attitude. We all need our free time.

These are a few things that I have learned from working in the industry, follow these tips for a successful career. This industry has so much to offer and so much opportunity. Promotional models can work trade shows, street teams, special events and can even travel as part of mobile tours. Happy promoting!

Team Pink Avenue

 

Eat These Items And Lose Weight

We all want that perfect body but lets be honest, working out, dieting, and eating healthy is not that fun. We want the easiest ways to stay in shape, and that is what we have found. Summer is coming soon and that means smaller clothes, bikinis and all eyes on you. The team at Pink Avenue Models found an article today that will help all of our models get bikini ready. Here is a list of foods that help burn fat. Enjoy!

1. Chicken breast. It's full of protein which will keep you fuller longer and helps maintain muscle mass.


2. Greek yogurt. This has more protein then regular yogurt, protein is necessary for weight loss.


3. Green tea. This contains nutrients that will speed up your metabolism.


4. Eggs. Another protein packed food.


5. Cold water. Drinking cold water expends energy which burns calories.


6. Chili pepper. Add this to anything for the spicy, fat burning affect.

Here are a couple things that can be part of a daily diet that taste amazing but burn fat. Eat up!

Team Pink Avenue

 

WESTEC 2012 - Los Angeles!

WESTEC will be taking place at the Los Angeles Convention Center March 27-29. WESTEC is the region's biggest show for manufacturing, it's focused on people that use manufacturing to innovate. This is a trade show that you people in this industry do not want to miss. This show will display the best equipment, introduce the latest technologies, host conference sessions, and so much more. This is a big and very exciting show and the team at Pink Avenue Models is excited to be staffing models for it.

If you have not booked promotional models for this show you still have time. Please contact us at 312.993.7991 or by email at info@pinkavenuemodels.com for more information.

Team Pink Avenue

 

Cornea Day 2012 - Chicago!

Cornea Day 2012 is coming to McCormick Place in Chicago on April 20th. This event is sponsored by the Cornea Society and ASCRS. This is a one day event that focuses on anterior segment surgery, corneal issues in cataract and refractive surgery, infectious and inflammatory disease, as well as innovations in medical and surgical cornea. This will be a day full of lectures, debates, discussions and surgical video reviews. What would an event be with out Pink Avenue Models? Yes, there will be models on site assisting with the show! This event is less then a month ahead, we love booking in advance.

Team Pink Avenue

 

Busy Season Is Ahead, Don't Stress

Things are starting to really pick up in the promotional modeling world and we want to stay relaxed and make sure our models aren't stressing out. This season thousands of models around the world will work multiple promotions a day, work up to 16 hours a day, and possibly work numerous 3 or 5 day events. The money is great and being is busy is awesome if you can handle it all. Here are a couple things that will help you stay focused and less stressed. Remember stress can lead to many other problems and some can be pretty serious.

1. Get active. Go walk, run, work out. Anything that will keep your mind off of work or personal issues.


2. Meditate. Focus your attention on the positive things.


3. Laugh. Laughing causes positive physical changes in your body.


4. Become social, this will distract you, offer you support and make you feel better. That is what friends and family are for.


5. Don't over book yourself. Know when to say no, money is great but your free time is necessary.


6. Sleep. This is needed to recharge your brain and body. Sleep has a huge effect on your mood.


7. Write down everything you need to do so you don't keep thinking about it. Once something is written down you tend to think about it less.


8. Listen to music. It's another mental distraction and mood lifter.

Hopefully these steps can help you during the busy season ahead. Try not to over book yourself, that's when the stress really kicks in.

Team Pink Avenue

 

NRA Show 2012 - Chicago!

The NRA Show (National Restaurant Association) is back and will be taking over McCormick Place in Chicago May 5-8. This is such an amazing trade show for everyone involved. There will be over 1,800 exhibitors from more then 100 countries, over 900 product categories and 58,000 attendees. Besides seeing all of the products and services displayed there will also be over 70 education sessions, panel discussions and cooking demonstrations. The restaurant industry employs 12.8 million Americans in over 960,000 locations with expected sales in 2012 of $604 billion. This industry is huge and so is the NRA Show. I have been to this show before and it's food heaven, any food that you can imagine is here. We have already started casting for this show, who will be the lucky models that get to work?!

If you haven't booked your promotional models for this event yet there is still time. Please contact us for more information, we can be reached at 312.993.991 or by email at info@pinkavenuemodels.com. We look forward to hearing from you.

Team Pink Avenue

 

Promotional Models, Do You Own These Items?

With busy season approaching fast the team at Pink Avenue Models wants to make sure you are ready! The attire for promotions is pretty standard, trade shows are usually business professional, liquor promotions require black dresses or black skirts with a branded top, and street teams usually ask for khaki pants/shorts. Promotional models should always have a classic pair of closed toe black patent leather heels, a pair of white gym shoes, and a pair of comfortable flat shoes. Once and a while the attire will change and most of the time the attire is provided. Just make sure you have this list of items in your closet so when you get booked for the event you are all set!

1. Khaki pants/shorts


2. Black pants/shorts


3. Black cocktail dress (sexy but not revealing)


4. White gym shoes


5. Black ballet flats


6. Black closed toe heels


7. Black mini skirt


8. Blazer


9. Long sleeved white shirt for layering


10. White collared shirt

Having these 10 items in your closet should keep you prepared for most events. Every client is different and has a different image in mind. We are so excited for all of the events that will take place in 2012!

Team Pink Avenue

Eeeeekkkkk! Bikini Season Is Almost Here!

Spring has arrived quite early in Chicago, tomorrow will be 80 degrees! Midwest weather is so unpredictable, it could be snowing by the end of the week. However... seeing 80 degrees in the forecast made me think bikinis and beach, then it made me realize I'm not ready for that! Promotional models are always eating on the go and eating when they can which isn't the best. Here are a few tips that guarantee that you can shed 10 pounds by Summer, and they are minor adjustments. Next time you think about eating chips, candy, drinking soda, eating pizza and anything else you know is bad for you just think about the tiny bikini you will be wearing in a couple weeks. All of the bad food is ok in moderation, not daily.

1. Eat breakfast! This will get you started and get your metabolism going. You should consume most of your calories before noon.


2. Cut your sugar consumption. Sugar turns to fat.


3. No more soda or fancy coffee. If you drink one of these a day that can add up to a 17 pound weight gain in a year.


4. Drink water. Water is so necessary for the body, it cleans out the toxins and prevents weight gain.


5. Eat. Don't think about what you can't have just eat more of what you can have. Think fruit, vegetables, and whole grain.


6. Use spices to flavor your food, not butter or fatty oils and dressings.


7. Eat less at meals but eat more meals. You should eat about 6 times a day.


8. Always have snacks. The best snack is nuts... almonds, peanuts, cashews.


9. Don't eat after dinner. Your body can't burn those calories off over night.


10. Watch your alcohol intake, it's unwanted calories that can add up fast.


11. Find an activity that you enjoy doing and you won't think of it as a work out. Biking, dancing, walking, yoga.


12. Find a friend that shares the same goal. You will motivate each other.

These 12 tips are easy! Don't think of it as a diet, think of it as simple life changes that will benefit you forever not just now.

Team Pink Avenue

SNAXPO - Phoenix

The team at Pink Avenue Models is so excited about the event taking place this weekend! We love events but we really love this one because it's our first time staffing models in Phoenix. This will be the 75th anniversary for SNAXPO, which is the world's largest trade show dedicated to the international snack food industry. The show will be full of owners, executives, and buyers from every part of the industry. SNAXPO will be taking over the Phoenix Convention Center March 16-19 and we will have some of our favorite promotional models assisting our clients there. We are so excited to finally book models in Phoenix and what a great event to start with!

Team Pink Avenue

Must Have Beauty Products In 2012!

America's Beauty Show was just in Chicago and it still has us talking. The ABS is heaven for girls and any promotional models that get to work the trade show. This show has everything you need to be pretty. Think any hair product, make up, spray tan, nail polish,staightners, curling irons, stylists, and anything else you need to look amazing. After being at this show it made us wonder what products are necessary and worth investing in. Here is a list of some of the best beauty products of the year, invest asap!

1. St. Ives Collagen Elastin BodyPolish


2. Nivea My Silhouette Redefining Gel-Cream


3. Aveeno Skin Relief Shower & Bath Oil


4. Sally Hansen Quick Care Massaging Cuticle Treatment


5. Neutogena Age Shield Face Sunblock SPF 90


6. Olay Regenerist Touch Of Foundation


7. Garnier Fructis WonderWaves Conditioner


8. T3 360° Refresh


9. Dove Heat Defense Therapy Mist


10. John Frieda Luxorious Volume All-Out Hold Hairspray


11. L'oreal Everpure Moisture Deep Restorative Masque


12. 
    
    Pantene Pro-V Beautiful Lengths 2-in-1 Shampoo + Conditioner


13. 
    
    Revlon Vision Tweezer


14. 
    
    Lancome Oscillation Vibrating Mascara


15. 
    
    Clinique Almost Powder Makeup SPF 15


16. 
    
    Maybelline Colossal Volum'Express Mascara


17. 
    
    Max Factor Vivid Impact Lip Color

This is an affordable and easy to find list. Women spend so much on beauty products every year and sometimes waste money when trying new items. These products have been tested and voted as the best, must have products of the year. Promotional models work long hours, stand in heels, smile and talk all day, and work hard for their money so having affordable products available is amazing. Just another reason to shop.

Team Pink Avenue

Take The Perfect Promo Picture!

One thing that is a known fact is that promotional models take tons of pictures. Pictures are required for most events, it's evidence that the event went on, it's necessary for recaps, and client reports. Have you ever taken a picture and then asked if you could see it because you want to make sure you look good in it? Well read these tips and you will never have to doubt yourself again, you will be a picture pro.

1. Never take a picture straight on, always angle your body. It makes you look slimmer.


2. Use your body, arch your back, put all the weight to one hip.


3. Remember head down, eyes up. It's the best angle for your face. Tilt your head, never straight.


4. Keep your shoulders relaxed, if you are tense it will show in the picture.


5. Whatever parts of your body are closest to the camera will look the biggest. Keep that in mind when posing.


6. The reason we always have our hand on our hip is because it slims our arms. If your arm is flat to your side it looks double it's real size.

These simple steps are so easy to follow and once you've taken pictures like this a few times it will come naturally. Happy picture taking! You will be a pro in no time.

Team Pink Avenue

California Trade Shows - April

Warm and sunny California is home to many great trade shows every month, this month is no different. Here is a look at trade shows coming to the West Coast next month.

San Diego Convention Center

National Indian Gaming Association. April 3-4.

The ASI Show. April 3-4.

PIA San Diego. April 11.

San Diego Apartment Association 2012 Trade Show. April 17.

FASEB. April 22-25.

Corenet Global Spring Summit. April 30-May 1.

Moscone Center

AD Tech San Francisco. April 3-4.

MRS 2012 Spring Meeting. April 10-13.

Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy 24th Annual Meeting & Expo. April 18-20.

American Association for Thoracic Surgery AATS 92nd Annual Meeting. April 28-May 1.

Anaheim Convention Center

The Great Bridal Expo. April 1.

BUILD Expo. April 4-5.

Pri - Med West Conference & Expo. April 12-14.

Professional Retail Store Maintenance Association 2012 National Conference. April 19-20.

2012 NetVU Conference. April 26-28.

Please contact the team at Pink Avenue Models if you are interested in booking promotional models for these or any other event. We can be reached at 312.993.7991 or by email at info@pinkavenuemodels.com .

Team Pink Avenue

Las Vegas Trade Shows - April

Las Vegas is about to get crazy with warmer weather ahead. Not to mention March madness is right around the corner, followed by the opening of all the pools. Vegas starts to get extra busy from now until Fall and of course we love it! We always say that Las Vegas is more than a city for play, it's home of tons of annual conventions. Here is a look at some of the bigger trade shows taking place in Vegas next month. Enjoy Vegas responsibly!

AAPC National Conference. April 1-4.

SPREE. April 3-5.

2012 MotorsportsExpo. April 6-7.

Worldventures International Conference. April 10-17.

Medtrade Spring 2012. April 11-12.

MMS 2012. April 11-22.

Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries Annual Convention & Expo. April 17-19.

ITEX 2012. April 18-19.

Collaborate 2012. April 23-26.

Arbonne International Global Training Conference. April 26-28.

If you need promotional models for any of these trade shows or another event please contact us at 312.993.7991 or by email at info@pinkavenuemodels.com for more information.

Team Pink Avenue

New York Trade Shows - April

New York is one of our favorite places to staff events in and definitely one of our busiest. April will not have that many trade shows but we will have tons of other events going on. Warmer weather means more promotions! Here is a look at the trade shows coming to the Javits Center next month.

New York International Auto Show. April 6-15.

New York Green Festival. April 21-22.

International Beauty Show. April 22-24.

2012 ASIS NYC Security Expo. April 25-26.

If you are looking for promotional models for these trade shows or any other event please contact us at 312.993.7991 or by email at info@pinkavenuemodels.com for more information.

Team Pink Avenue

Chicago Trade Shows - April

It's the beginning of March and the team at Pink Avenue Models is getting a little Spring fever thinking about the warmer months ahead. Warmer months means non stop work for us and our models. We are so excited for all of our upcoming events! Here is a look at trade shows coming to Chicago next month.

McCormick Place

Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo. (C2E2) April 13-15.

Diabetes Expo. April 14.

2012 ASCRS-ASOA. April 20-24.

KBIS 2012. April 24-26.

Vision '12. April 24-26.

57th IRA 2012 Annual Convention.

Rosemont Convention Center

Anime Central. April 26-28.

If you need promotional models for these trade shows or any other event please contact us at 312.993.7991 or by email at info@pinkavenuemodels.com for more information.

Team Pink Avenue

Beauty Mistakes To Avoid!

I just read an article from Allure that I found pretty fitting for this industry. Most of our clients want to hire female promotional models to work their trade shows, street teams, liquor promotions or special events. The girls are hired to promote, demonstrate and educate consumers on a specific brand and a lot of times the target demographic is mostly male. This article lists all of the beauty mistakes that guys think women make. When going to your next event keep these things in mind and try to avoid them since they are looked at in a negative way from the male audience.

Here are the complaints from a survey of guys:

1. Too much perfume. No more then 3 sprays.


2. Foundation. Guys hate that this rubs off on your clothes, his clothes, and that it looks obvious. If you have to use it use a lightweight version.


3. Overdone eyelashes. Too much mascara or obvious fake lashes are a turn off.


4. Dry skin. There is a lot of hand shaking, and posing with your arms around people in this industry. Keep your skin soft.


5. Not so white teeth. There is so much smiling in this industry, make sure you take care of your pretty smile.


6. Orange skin. If you're going to fake a tan keep it natural.


7. Too much product in your hair. There is nothing worse then stiff, untouchable hair.


8. Dark eyeshadow. The smoky eye can be sexy if done right, too much looks scary and high maintenance.


9. Bright lipstick. Keep it natural.


10. Hair accessories. Guys do not like extensions, feathers, or anything else in your hair.


11. Dark, neon, or printed nails. Keep it light, natural and simple.

I have said it a million times... natural is always best. Too much make up, intense hair all comes off as over done and high maintenance. Keep it clean and simple and show your natural beauty.

Team Pink Avenue