This article was co-authored by Ramin Ahmari and by wikiHow staff writer, Hunter Rising. Ramin Ahmari is the CEO & Co-Founder of FINESSE, an AI-led fashion house using machine learning on social media to forecast trends & eliminate fashion's problem of overproduction. Before his time at FINESSE, he worked with influencers on growth and sponsorships and has worked with major brands on implementing influencer & marketing strategy by leveraging his expertise in data science & artificial intelligence on social data.
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Do you love sharing your latest outfits on social media and wish you could make money doing it? Becoming an Instagram model can be quite lucrative, and this wikiHow guide will help you get started on this exciting venture! We’ll start off with tips on making your profile stand out and move on to how to interact with other people and brands to start your modeling career!
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QuestionDo you get paid for Instagram modeling?wikiHow Staff EditorThis answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
Staff AnswerwikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerYou can, but it may take a while to start making money. Most Instagram models make money by partnering up with brands and advertising their products. Brands are more likely to notice you if you have lots of followers and a distinctive style! -
QuestionHow do models get noticed on Instagram?wikiHow Staff EditorThis answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
Staff AnswerwikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerFirst of all, make sure your account is viewable to the public. Agents and brands won’t notice you if they can’t find your content! Post high-quality pictures that reflect your personality and unique traits. Be creative, too—don’t just post a bunch of selfies. Try adding things like videos, behind the scenes shots, and collaborations with other models or influencers. Use plenty of relevant hashtags to make your content easier to find. -
QuestionDo modeling agencies look at Instagram?wikiHow Staff EditorThis answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
Staff AnswerwikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerYes—in fact, most agencies now are looking for models who are active on social media and have a strong following. Having a good Instagram account is a great way to boost your chances of getting scouted.
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Becoming an Instagram model doesn’t usually happen overnight, so don’t get discouraged if your posts don’t get traction right away. Be patient and persistent with your posts until you achieve what you want!Thanks
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- ↑ Annie Tao. Professional Photographer. Expert Interview. 3 March 2021.
- ↑ https://qz.com/458527/fashion-bloggers-and-photographers-on-how-to-take-perfect-instagram-pictures-every-time/
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- ↑ https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/306934
- ↑ Ramin Ahmari. Social Media Expert. Expert Interview. 5 April 2019.
- ↑ https://www.forbes.com/sites/tomward/2018/05/18/how-to-use-instagram-stories-a-guide-for-brands/?sh=110cbfc05b94
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To become an Instagram model, start by using hashtags on your photos, and encourage your followers to comment on your pictures by asking questions. When people comment on your pictures, respond to their comments, and like other users' pictures. Be sure to post only high-quality pictures that showcase your best features, and always tag any brands that you're wearing or using in the picture. For tips on using Instagram Stories and posting themed content, scroll down!
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