STORY TIME! how i got signed with IMG Models

[@sarasalkanovicc]

when she said 15 my jaw DROPPED she has such a Nice mature face for her age !!!!!

[@giovannaalmeidadavis484]

Same I thought she has 21 y

[@loveharrydaily]

You’re 15?!?! 😱 I would’ve guessed 18 or 19 in university.

[@lucyokumu469]

same

[@nehb.]

Right what the hell

[@Dalla-wv3qm]

Right damn lol 😝

[@giovannaalmeidadavis484]

I would guessed 21 really 😂😂😂

[@thiswillnotdo6027]

im 19 and I thought she was older than me??!!

[@MISSMADISONMEDIA]

I hope the kids watching this know how MAJOR it is for your parents to actively support your goals and dreams at a young age. There are so many of us starting this in our adulthood and wishing we could’ve gotten that earlier boost. Happy for you❤

[@sophie-anne1784]

Signing with img is a literal dream for me! After lockdown lifts I’m going to try and go to an open call in London

[@nachoos6900]

Do they do open walk ins?

[@ellem9923]

What is img??

[@vaniagarc1a]

@@ellem9923 it’s one of the biggest modeling agencies

[@caelintredoux2249]

@@ellem9923 watch the damn video

[@kimberlystone9827]

@@ellem9923 its a big modeling agency

[@mellihehe8916]

When your dream is to be a an img model but you’re 5’5 👁💧👄💧👁

[@antonella5435]

My dream is to create an agency that accepts everyone no matter what

[@rosie5348]

My dream is to be a hijabi model like halima aden, because i want to encourage other muslim women to wear the hijab and also make it fashionable, pray for me

[@sugarluv4564]

That's fine there's a successful model from IMG and she's 5'6 (Isabelle Mathers)

[@sarahmabellsayn8382]

The height requirement for img is 5'5 so try

[@-weeb-3663]

Sarahmabell Sayn me being 5’0 💔

[@TheElenaBieber1]

wheoever in the comment section is saying its impossible to sign with IMG at 5'5, watch Isabelle Mathers and Inka Williams. Im sure there are many more petite models. But they are an example

[@foggybrained4087]

I’m 5’4 and I applied to img I don’t think imma hear back but I want to sign to an agency as a petite model and do commercial :(

[@willow3801]

@@foggybrained4087 how’d it go?

[@ya-eo1vt]

I also got scouted by img when I was 13. thank god my parents supported me😭❤️

[@avakarimi02]

how is modelling going for u ?

[@mystiquesubliminals]

Sure..

[@adrianaarnold578]

What was your height at age 13th?

[@lic_ia]

how is it going ?

[@ann9349]

i was 13 when i got scouted and i was 5'11@@adrianaarnold578

[@Sabrina12315]

Awesome that you got signed so young. I'm 22 5'7,almost 23, and I'm just now following my dreams of doing modeling. Wish me luck

[@hossain4977]

I just want to say thank you, you are giving me hope and inspiration! I've watched this video at least 5 times and I still can't believe it's true. I am so grateful and so thankful that you shared your story. My dream is to sign with IMG Models and listening to your story makes me so happy because it gives me a spark of hope that maybe one day, I can be an IMG model. THANK YOU!!!

[@LaurenStevenson1]

I LOVE YOU!!

[@hossain4977]

@@LaurenStevenson1 ILYSM!! THANK YOU!!! 💗💗💗LOTS OF LOVE FROM LONDON! 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@lilzem]

Funny story: I almost got to be a model but my mum said no cause I had school like 2 weeks after

[@itsmeholly8675]

Omggg , when I was younger , this modelling agency in London saw pictures of me on my mums Facebook page and they contacted her and asked if I would be able to be a model but ofc my one moment I’ve had to be a model...IN LONDON!!! , she has to ruin it and say no because we lived to far away , even though we just live on the other side of England . There’s literally something called ✨MOVING✨but no ... I will never forgive her🙄😂

[@kayu7490]

OMG sameeeee

[@sophiagardner453]

this literally happened to me but we were on a trip and i got scouted but my mom said no;(

[@lesly_1910]

I want to be a IMG model so bad i wanna try but im still working on getting taller cuz im still pretty young and i wnated to be a model ever since i was 6 🥺

[@glaurious9764]

lol im 12 and 5'7/8

[@hossain4977]

@@glaurious9764 I'm legit so jealous

[@glaurious9764]

@@hossain4977 no im so insecure they prob wouldn't accept me bc of my african features

[@george6061]

@@glaurious9764 african features make you unique! you'll probalbly get scouted.

[@summerluv8428]

@@glaurious9764 I am 5’5 :(

[@skye1867]

you’re the most stunning person i’ve ever seen 🥺

[@LaurenStevenson1]

and YOU just made my day you are so sweet!! xx

[@444duygu]

I'd like to watch if you make series about modeling! Very inspiring video btw :)

[@mia-ci2ur]

this made be incredibly happy to watch. it’s hard work but my dream to model, especially for IMG. i’m 12 and i think the dream for me is to be a model for IMG Worldwide and Niya Utah (i live in utah, united states so that’s the best modeling agency in my state)

[@aaku2602]

girl go achieve your dreams!!! you can do it!!!

[@mia-ci2ur]

@@aaku2602 ty!! also wow omg u have such a pretty name:)

[@dipannitasaha7226]

Whats IMG?

[@xoxobrooklynbaby]

Did you apply??

[@markelachioti1725]

Omg I love this!! I have a FaceTime call with them tomorrow and I’m so nervous and excited too!!

[@LaurenStevenson1]

Aw thats so exciting it'll go great!

[@christianaxo1123]

how did it goooo🥺

[@kaciagavu8353]

i knowu off tiktokk, good luckk

[@leajarillot5154]

So did you get in?

[@markelachioti1725]

Lea Jarillot they’re waiting for the corona situation to end so they can travel to Greece and meet me in person!! We’re having another face time on Tuesday too🥰

[@aceguinto6776]

Im Hopeful i can also get scouted on IMG Im 16 and 6ft asian guy😂

[@ridhireddy6398]

U can damn it

[@bhoomikakhot5727]

Did you??

[@c4ne]

did u

[@lic_ia]

any update ?

[@caitlin1808]

I was scouted by img yesterday in public and this video was so reassuring to me! I know this video has been around for years but thank you for posting!

[@erikaghfhb172]

You seem so friendly and you have this positive era too.

[@amyahpl1105]

I’m tall, skinny, brown skin curly hair, 13 , has nice toned body ive been wanting to model for years thanks for the inspiration i will take my chance

[@krishnika.3634]

Ur 13?! SAME

[@amyahpl1105]

@@krishnika.3634 YES ! Go for it if you want to start modeling

[@janelleslayss]

Do you think 13 year olds can sign up for IMG in 2021

[@ciaobelles2357]

you just described the last 6 months for me.... i-

[@mia-ci2ur]

omg lucky!!

[@MM-sc9sr]

i‘m so happy for youu!! It was always a dream of mine to get signed at img models but i dont know how to contact them, any tipps?

[@mattahwright8572]

It would be a dream to work with IMG. I'm based in New York (2 hours from New York City.) I've been obsessed with following along Quannah Chasinghorse's modeling with IMG. I really would love to do this! Especially being so close to NYC

[@Dethrey_]

Congrats Lauren. Thank you for sharing your story and journey.

[@LaurenStevenson1]

Of course! X

[@Dethrey_]

@@LaurenStevenson1 your work and others on KZbin truth be told has inspired me to try and become a model. I have a ton to learn. ✌🏾 take care keep doing what you do Lauren. Thank you again

[@isabellelabbe6476]

I got scouted too back when I was about 16. My parents wouldn't let me pursue it and i'm still super salty about it hahah.

[@michaelkg.7943]

how you got scouted :)

[@isabellelabbe6476]

@@michaelkg.7943 Two times! First I was in the apple store with my mom where I grew up and a scout came up to us and spoke to my mom and I. Second time was in Toronto I was walking back home after getting groceries and a scout came up to me again with their card and information. Again, mom said no haha.

[@Goose-9999]

I'm moving to America in about a year and it is my DREAM to be a model

[@piyalipawar]

im 14 and i really really realllly want to be a model...im slightly overweight and im trying to lose all that before my 15th birthday...so can you please make a video on your diet??

[@piyalipawar]

@Sophia P thanks!

[@kaylajune5995]

You were 5’8 at 13!!! and considered short??!!!!! I’m 16 and almost 5’7 😐 Imma cry.

[@RileyGaynorOfficial]

your stunning :) that's amazing! congrats

[@odiletencarnacion1656]

honestly, I’m I really really wanna be an img model but I’m too scared to contact them bc I don’t wanna get rejected :(

[@claireelizabeth4510]

usually if they don’t think you’re look is fit for it, they just won’t respond, so go for it!

[@odiletencarnacion1656]

@@claireelizabeth4510 yay Thankyou!

[@TwiggyCosine107]

IMG is my is my dream agency but I haven’t even started modelling at all or done anything about it and I’m only 5’2 helppp

[@joke2671]

PSA if ur paying a continuous fee even after getting signed u ARE being taken advantage of. IMG models is known to do this. dont get caught up in a slave contract.

[@ellasmith9102]

Did you have any experience before? How did you know how to walk?

[@aragorn4242]

they are not nice everywhere, take my word for it !

[@LaurenStevenson1]

I didn't have any experience before signing with IMG but my agency taught me how to walk and gave me tips xx

[@meowmeow-tn2zs]

@@LaurenStevenson1 hey do they sign people who applied in website and do they ask to repay the fee they're investing in you

[@ashraffhenderson5775]

Ilove youu idk everytime I watched your video, from they way you talk it just give me a positive energy to Created my own dreamm xx!

[@bethanyh3767]

I discovered you through Sarah's day bc ur her cousin right? the one she mentioned on the tropeka podcast? Anyways I love this modelling content you should definitely continue with it. I think a skincare routine would also be really fun to watch!!

[@LaurenStevenson1]

Aw thank you!! And yes Sarah and I are cousins xx

[@jazzygm9118]

hey i'm new to this channel, i'm 14 living in queensland in australia, and this video was really helpful and i think modelling would be really interesting and i would love to try it out!! :)

[@Jadiorliminals]

Remember me when I’m a img model my name is Vivienne Joseph

[@sunnyvsaavie9947]

You are amazing and you have such a positive vibe and wisdom for your age! ❤️ 💙 💜

[@faithstevens1446]

I applied to IMG online about 20 days ago and I haven't heard anything back. I know they won't respond if they're not interested, so do you think if they were interested they would've responded by now?

[@lisadebacker2908]

Honestly I don't know, I think you might be lucky if they respond, you can Apply on the site, that's maybe why they are not answering.

[@peerlessvenerablefartculti7384]

Ask for a follow up

[@lmaoaims]

I applied five times and still no reply lmaoo must be good for some🤣

[@JAY-jk6dh]

If u don’t hear back in two weeks ur not accepted sorry keep applying to others

[@maura.selejan]

I would die to get scouted, it’s literally my dream job but i’m not from a country where img is, so i would literally have to move to the us or london and i just can’t

[@annapodzimkova]

same thing, try to go to their website and apply there

[@mia-ci2ur]

img has always been my dream, i’m currently 12 and trying to force a glow up on myself and fix what i think are some of my major flaws. my dream is to model especially for img

[@christianaxo1123]

awhh how tall are u

[@mia-ci2ur]

Christy&Hels Tv i am currently 5’3” but i’ve been growing a lot, i’m updating my height today so i can let you know! my mom and sister are both 5’9” and my dad is 6’1” so i think i will end up being tall enough once i’m done growing!

[@christianaxo1123]

millie lytle ooo yes u will in year 6 i was 5’4 now i’m in year 9,5’8 -5’9

[@florabittner4590]

Don’t try to “fix” your flaws because what you consider an imperfection could actually be what makes you unique and agencies love unique features :) good luck

[@maiyajones]

same I hope you are successful

[@beverlyanne_]

i’m 5’5 :( is that too short for img

[@arrianaa4052]

The modelling height requirement is 5’5 and up so don’t worry you can still chase ur dream x Isabelle mathers is an img model and she is 5’6

[@thobekakheswa5826]

your so really stunning love im really thinking about joining img im skinny slim and im 5'9 but im 14 i really dont know if their going to exept me anyway congratulations love your diserved it i love your videos

[@clxxdytears6833]

Hi! I’m 14 and I just got scouted! I have something simular to a lazy eye, which may complicate Photos from different angles. Do you still think they Will want me to model?

[@basicallyemily7]

I want to get signed by img .. I'm 5'5 & I'm 15 turning 16 next month .. I'm slim. But I don't think they will accept me because of my self harm scars-

[@infinitytimes8116]

Awww

[@infinitytimes8116]

you can watch a subliminal to get rid of self harm scars maybe

[@lucasgaitan2867]

I would love to see a vlog about you getting a photoshoot and stuff it would cool

[@agnieszkaosonska6927]

You are such an inspiration ❤ thank you! ❤❤

[@tonystark6626]

Iam 12 and 5ft 4 only thinking to start it at 14 but iam indian and in india we have board in 10th class and when I will be in 10 I will be 14 so ???

[@emmaweiise4657]

Did you have any previous modeling experience before messaging different agencies? Or did you have professional photos done? Or did you just send the agencies your information and they wanted to meet you with no experience? Thanks :)

[@angelagonzalezbilbao7338]

I am thinking of become a model but my parents think I should work in other jobs as I am just 11 years old they think it is kind of prank. What I should do??

[@kazoodizzle1238]

Your parents are right in a way. You’re really young, and would only be able to book commercial modeling (if high fashion is your dream). I’d suggest waiting until you’re at least 13-14, but older teens might be ideal (15-17) that way you’d have more business opportunities and lenience from your parents💕✨

[@gabriellasanchez169]

I wanna start modeling I’m 14 but the thing is I’m 5’2

[@doniak6937]

Manifest

[@JustME-xq9ep]

Where’d you message them? THATS AMAZING! Congrats!!!:)))

[@kristen6342]

instagrams a good place to contact IMG, watch her other videos though and she answers that

[@kalayahfrazier8472]

Am 14 in 6ft but am very interested but scared about embarrassing myself

[@bluewater271]

People who have been scouted… Where were you when it happened ? How did it happen ? Did u feel amazing when it happened?

[@JellyK]

I'm 16 and 5'10... I'm really scared to contact IMG but I will try soon🙈

[@christa1ynn]

thanks so much for sharing your story, you’re so inspiring!

[@LaurenStevenson1]

Of course! Thank you so much xx

[@mylifeasangieeo4753]

I Messaged the lady you said jenni rose and it has been about a week and she hasn't responded am I doing something wrong.😭🤦‍♀️

[@nishthapatel423]

img is like my literal dream and you are so helpful and amazing

[@yasminyilmaz9967]

Hi! I was wondering if you know any exercises to get taller legs?

[@mia-ci2ur]

there are a ton on youtube!! i love doing different exercises and you can make many different changes to your face, body, etc!

[@rubyfowler293]

@@mia-ci2ur they don’t work unfortunately, it’s down to genetics to determine your height 😊

[@Jassgvn]

Wish they had their branches here in Philippines :(

[@zellachan1265]

True :

[@jc-iu9tf]

Yes :((

[@koastss]

im 13, walk like a giraffe, im around 153 cm, but i really want to become a model! i forgot to mention that i bite my nails but i obviously am trying to stop bc i want to have nice nails

[@pruthapatel12]

Worrrrkkk babe by gods grace it can happen

[@Robert-cy3qx]

you are so kind!!! I love you, beautiful soul

[@mar.s4022]

i got scouted by an img agent 2 days ago she said she'd email me but i still haven't received if, should i be worried?

[@cutestsecondsofmylife3451]

Did you recieve anything now??

[@mar.s4022]

Cutest seconds of my life yes i received it the day after commenting that hahah

[@cutestsecondsofmylife3451]

@@mar.s4022 is it good news????

[@mar.s4022]

Cutest seconds of my life yess i just sent my pictures and will be receiving a response in about a week or two if i get in, wish me luck! 💘

[@cutestsecondsofmylife3451]

@@mar.s4022omg goodluck💜💜

[@aditikrishnan1897]

Do you have any tips for growing taller ?!

[@hai-chingamywang6856]

jump rope 500 times a day at least, make sure you drink lots of milk, do stretches, don't stress everything tho! Good luck!

[@loveharrydaily]

Stretching helped me but I’m already genetically tall. If it’s not in your DNA there’s pretty much nothing you can do. But I heard milk helps.

[@rosie5348]

Try subliminals, they work but you have to believe in them, do your research on them first

[@alicia_grace]

milk doesnt actually do much. they say it has lots of calcium but it takes more than it gives. you can’t really force your height, but eating healthy, stretching, and drinking water helps

[@loveharrydaily]

alicia I only say that because that’s what the Dutch (the tallest people in the world on average) have done for over 100 years.

[@jennahbradstock1365]

love this !

[@leynaibrir3742]

you're so lucky my mom would never let me model, she's muslim and soooooo strict all she thinks about is ''was will other people say?'' i always wished i was born in a more open family :(

[@kadershirazi5015]

Same girl ,and living in Pakistan first of all,wish I could reach there and make up to there,Ameen,this lets me down.

[@kristen6342]

@@kadershirazi5015 based on your profile picture you're absolutely gorgeous, I hope you make it as a model, I see real potential for you!

[@kadershirazi5015]

@@kristen6342 Thanks ,yes I hope to ,but it seems unreachable belonging to a conservative Muslim family. But your words have brought about a great sense of motivation in me🖤🖤

[@sahra8013]

@@kadershirazi5015 your gorgeous, do it so you don’t regret it when your older.

[@leslierb7333]

How many days img will reply the application ? Bcz its already 2 weeks and iam still got no reply

[@SkylarBree.]

It can take months and if they aren’t interested they won’t contact you at all.

[@leslierb7333]

@@SkylarBree. i already wait for 1 month and still got no reply😢😭😭

[@SkylarBree.]

@@leslierb7333 I bet you’ll get a a reply soon! Don’t lose hope☺️

[@leslierb7333]

@@SkylarBree. i hope so thank you. My mom going to contact them later i also already ttry to dm all the img scout peoole and still got no reply

[@leslierb7333]

@celestial essence. still got no reply, maybe because were in pandemic right now

[@shadhoe6619]

I wanna be a model too, but no one from my family supports me-

[@baeksu3179]

Yeah 🫂

[@petra9542]

ive always wanted to do modeling but im already 15 and im 166 :// my best chance is a huge growth spurt this summer to grow 8-10cm lol

[@jaquelkaswi6507]

Do you have to live in NY or CA because I live in Va but I visit New York a lot with cousins

[@kirstenhernandez9470]

My dream is to be an IMG model but im too young,im just 11 years old and im filipino:),(and i think its just a dream)

[@kirstenhernandez9470]

@@daniellas8492 oh ok:)

[@haileymarable4500]

awe congratulations!

[@sophierenatajubilee8521]

Comment what model you look up to (if you have one) I look up to Kaia Gerber and Iman :)

[@alexaanne]

ur so pretty omg

[@bink4304]

I'm a plus sized 13 year old but I am 5'6 but wherever I search like I've never seen a plus sized teen model and that makes me nervous because I'm already not as confident as is so like Idk if people like me are accepted in this field

[@stfuhsukeoh]

Late to see this butt I truly hope u did not give up😞😩🧿🪬 u can definitely make it think about lizzo or Adele they made it and they will forever need plus size models

[@billiehadid...8956]

Hey :) I'm 17 old Indian girl aspiring to be a international model.But my family was hate modeling and not much supporting. can I get an oppurtinity in IMG models without parents consent ? I'm a middle class girl and can't afford much money for even flight ticket though . Is the modeling journey in IMG models is expensive ?

[@jonesha7395]

MY DREAM IS TO BE A RUNWAY MODEL / FASHION MODEL BUT BUT MY FAMILY WANTS ME TO GRADUATE FROM COLLEGE FIRST, SO IT WILL BE 7 YEARS BEFORE I ENTER MODELING.

[@stfuhsukeoh]

Sometimes you just gotta go against it if u truly feel this is meant for u nd will improve

[@liv3137]

I’m between 5’1 and 5’2 so I hope they can accept me☹️ but I’m just 13 so I’ll grow a little bit more

[@issthatnaomi]

I have some questions okay Number 1: How do models get paid ? Number 2: how do models find their own jobs Number 3: what's the difference from a model and a freelance model?

[@breannaw7254]

1: when your agency books a job for you, the client will pay the agency 20 percent and the model gets 80 percent of the salary 2. If you freelance as a model, you work with the client directly 3. Freelance models are just models who don't have an agency

[@tabbifollett9189]

I would love to be a model and I look very tall and slim but in reality I’m like 5’4 and ppl think I’m so much taller but I’m rlly not!

[@rsa1756]

Hiii I have a quick question !! I’ve always dreamt of being a fashion model since i was 6 🥺! But now I’m 14 and 5’3 ft my body shape ain’t bad but my height !! CAN YOU PLEASEE PLEASEEEE give me some tips to grow taller?

[@kristen6342]

there isn't a lot that will make someone grow taller but i drank milk every day since i was a little girl and i'm now 6'0 and 14. moms 5'8 and dads 6'0. brothers are 5'9 and 5'11 so i'm statistically 4 inches taller than what i was supposed to be.

[@rsa1756]

@@kristen6342 oh ok thank you but I thing it’s all about genetics my dad is 5’8 and mom is 5’4 and I’m 5’3 but I would do anything to become a runway model though

[@kristen6342]

@@rsa1756 yeah it’s unlikely that you will be the the required height of a runway model with short parents. wish you all the best!

[@soloma_dsgn]

I already scouted by IMG 👐❤️

[@TarniaF]

I’m applying tomorrow so I’m searching as much as I can

[@thobekakheswa5826]

you inspire me

[@kattydelacruz4132]

What are the downsides to being signed to a model agency? Do you get paid ? Or is it like an internship

[@maymay-xb7do]

have you met any shorter models in IMG? i'm 5'5-5'6 but i would love to model

[@kristen6342]

that's a pretty good height for modeling. runway wouldn't be your best bet but I know IMG and a lot of big agencies hire girls that height and shorter!

[@louisemoore1416]

What if your modelling but you hate what they have put you in to wear? Like you don’t want the photos to be uploaded??💕

[@SkylarBree.]

You don’t really have a choice, if you really don’t want to wear you can decline the job but that wouldn’t rlly make any sense!

[@LaurenStevenson1]

The stylists are also very experienced and IMG is a well known fashion agency so they know what they are doing and it's all professional :) xxx

[@aberrantwriter4695]

I am from india....can i also apply for img????

[@constanzagallardo9305]

hi! i'm not really sure about this, but i know that img works in LA, London, Milan, Sydney and New York. however, maybe you can apply through the website, by sending your pictures. my dream is to be a model too, but i live in south america:( a girl can dream though

[@aberrantwriter4695]

@@constanzagallardo9305 all the best for your dreams♥️

[@mai8961]

im 13 and my dream is to be an img model but i’m only 5’0!! nooooooo 😓😓

[@xania5169]

Would img take someone that’s 5’1?

[@lovemin2330]

Yep! There’s a 5’2 model

[@sofia1624]

5,8 was too short?? i,m 5,6.5 :(

[@mia-ci2ur]

it’s not too short, it’s pretty reasonable for a 13 year old

[@shirtsnrags445]

Have you met William Franklyn Miller???

[@unicorniotocreisi4072]

A small question, how much do img models charge?

[@mischa4985]

How long did it take you to get your first job? I've with an agency for quite a few months now and still no jobs :(

[@DaGoodVybe]

Wow! Remind me of Lameka Fox! (Previously Shamelle-)

[@LaurenStevenson1]

that is the BIGGEST compliment thank you gorgeous!!

[@DaGoodVybe]

Lauren Stevenson no problem! Ive seen Jenni Rose in person and have been scouted by IMG once:) you're blessed doll‼️🌸

[@everyhaircolor3190]

love your styling here

[@dulcet9253]

Do you get paid when being a IMG model

[@Charlie-th7hk]

Right now on the website it says the minimum age limit is 14 but you mentioned you joined at 13 so did the restrictions change or is the minimum still at 13???

[@hyeilooza]

any tips guys? I badly wanna be a model, I've been getting "you look like a model" these days, I have defined jawline, long neck, tall, diamond face shape, cat eyes, long arms, long legs, clear skin. but it's against on my religion doctrine

[@evanyramirez8716]

do you have to be super tall to be a model? I’m 5’1 and I’m 15 do you think I still have a chance?

[@kristen6342]

depends on what type of modeling. you could do commercial and be a petite model but you wouldn't be able to do runway modeling.

[@sebaalsaleh5091]

Y’all I’m 15 but I’m 5’8 im still growing but would img sign me ?