Why Do Promotional Models Back Out Last Minute?

I wish I could count the number of last minute cancellations/no shows on one hand but I can't. Why does this happen? Why would any promotional model just not show up to work? Do they not need money? Do they not how important it is to be professional? Did they find something better to do? I don't know the reason but I have seen it happen when I worked trade shows and events and unfortunately it has happened while running a promotional modeling agency. This is not my fault, it is the model's fault but the client takes it out on me. What the client doesn't know is that every model is contracted, given final details, followed up with numerous times, and sent a final reminder that asks for confirmation. I do everything that I can. I have said from the beginning of my events career that if a promotional model is going to cancel/back out of an event to at least be an adult. Take responsibility and actually call the agency and tell them. Tell them the truth! We would much rather hear that you booked something else, are no longer interested in working, or whatever the reason is. PLEASE do not send me a text at 2am telling me you have a family emergency. PLEASE do not tell me that you woke up sick or that you got in a car accident. Definitely do not tell me that you called/emailed/text me when you didn't. I have a work number, a work cell phone and a personal cell phone, there are many ways to get in touch with me. You may be wondering where this is coming from this time. We had an event earlier this month with a repeat client. The client called me an hour before the event saying that he received a text from one of the brand ambassadors saying he wasn't coming to the event and that he had told me that days ago. Obviously the client is pissed and accuses me of ignoring the situation. If someone backs out of an event the first thing I do is look for a replacement and ban the person that backed out from our database. The decisions of this promotional model made the agency look bad and made me look unprofessional and unable to handle my job. This is the reason for the rant today! Team Pink Avenue

The Best Of New York Fashion Week!

Pink Avenue Models is primarily a promotional modeling agency. We staff promotional models for trade shows, events, promotions, corporate parties, street teams and anything else that is requested by our clients. Well, almost anything else, we do have rules here! A lot of our models are also interested in acting and other types of modeling, we love hearing their success stories or seeing them on tv. Here is an article that I loved reading, it is very uplifting and inspiring and to be honest I was shocked to see it. These models look amazing! This is what happens when models with disabilities take over New York Fashion Week. http://www.cosmopolitan.com/style-beauty/fashion/news/a36641/photos-of-models-with-disabilities-owing-the-runway/

Become A Pink Avenue Model

I answer the phones all day long here at Pink Avenue Models and I get asked a lot of questions. I would say that the most common question is, how can I become a model. As you can imagine I have the same answer for everyone. I tell them that we are a promotional modeling agency that staffs events all over the country and that we don't manage models. I also tell them that we take all of our model submissions online and that we ask for 4 pictures and a resume. The reaction I get can be anything from thankful to surprised. We want to have the best team possible, its best for us and our clients. We review every submission, read through every resume and look at every picture. Some modeling agencies add everyone to their database, we don't and we never will. Our clients are very selective and they have a reason to be. When you are submitting your pictures online send professional and recent pictures, blurry underwear picture don't make it very far with us. Keep it clean! We are always looking for the best talent around the country, we look forward to working with all of you. Team Pink Avenue      

Fun Facts About Models

When I hear the word model I think gorgeous, glamorous, rich, tall, and famous. After working in this industry I have learned that I am completely wrong. Yes, there are supermodels that fit my description but there aren't many. Pink Avenue Models is a promotional modeling agency that staffs events, trade shows, street teams, promotions and other types of events nationwide. Our database consists of models that have done print, video, commercials and other types of work but we also have promotional models that have candid pictures and marketing degrees. We have a wide variety of talent and most will agree that being a model isn't what everyone expects. We found an article pointing out some things that people may not know about models. Enjoy! http://www.marieclaire.co.uk/blogs/543427/the-10-things-you-didn-t-know-about-being-a-model.html#DELAslOZvVa0mbUA.01 Team Pink Avenue

Answers To Your FAQ

The team at Pink Avenue Models receives tons of phone calls a week. Some of these phone calls we enjoy, like ones from new clients or old clients. We don't mind calls from models calling with questions about events they are booked for. Any phone call about work that has been booked or will be booked is great. With this said, of course we receive calls that aren't so great. Here are a few answers to your most FAQ.

1. We do not book babies, children, or teenagers. Everyone we work with has to be 18+.
2. I can not help you get into the modeling industry, I will never be able to help you "be discovered".
3. We do not charge fees to work with us and we will never take a percentage of your check.
4. Yes, you must submit your information on our website, that is how we get our model submissions.
5. We do not have open calls. Our days are busy and unpredictable, we can't have people just coming in randomly through out the day.
6. I can not book you and your friend together, the client always selects who they want to book not me.
7. The reason you haven't heard from us is either we haven't had an event in your area or we don't think you would be a great addition to our staff. We want promotional models that have experience and a passion for this industry, not warm bodies that could care less about working.
8. We are a promotional modeling agency that staffs events nationwide. Yes we get some requests for print or video work but it's not our main focus.
9. The worst phone call that we get is... "tell me about your company". We have a website that explains everything that we do.
10. Please don't call and ask if we have received your model submission. We receive hundreds a week and taking the time to find yours is time consuming. If you don't have a computer please don't mail your pictures, we can't use anything that isn't digital. (Yes, we receive calls from people that say this)

Sorry for the vent but these phone calls happen every day and it just takes time away from more important things that we have going on.

Team Pink Avenue

Brand Ambassador, Promotional Model, Trade Show Model, Spokesmodel...

Brand ambassador, promotional model, trade show model, product specialist, spokesmodel, all mean the same thing to me but there are a few differences. The team at Pink Avenue Models gets tons of phone calls from people asking how to get into the modeling industry and we always reply with we're a promotional modeling agency so we do things a little different. We try to explain what we focus in which is staffing events and trade shows all over the country. Our clients all use different words when booking models but all want the same results. I think the main differences between the terms used in this industry are the amount of training involved and the attire. Brand ambassadors - these positions are usually lower in pay, require khaki pants, an oversized t shirt, and take place outside. This is how a lot of people start in this industry. These are also the only type events that you can get aways with minimal amounts of make up and a pony tail. Promotional model - this term is used a lot in liquor promotions or special events. The client is usually looking for attractive models that have the brand knowledge of their product memorized. These models are required to have their hair and make up done, usually wear a dress and heels, and be extremely fun and personable. Trade show model - this is exactly what it sounds like, you are a model at a trade show. This is really good money for models because it's multiple days and long hours. Attire for these types of events can be anything from a suit to a swimsuit depending on the show. Clients look for experienced models that are professional, attractive and outgoing because you need to get people into their booth. Product specialist/spokesmodel - these are usually long term positions for 1 brand that require a lot of training and maybe even traveling. The perfect example would be an auto show. These models are paid well, usually have contracts, and know everything there is to know about the product they are promoting. Every one of these positions have the same goal which is to interact with potential consumers, educate them on the brand and encourage them to buy whatever you are promoting. The whole idea of a promotion is to promote a product and to get people excited about it, that is why companies spend so much time on marketing. This industry is so fun but we want you to remain professional as well. Happy Promoting!

Team Pink Avenue