Raising a Model: Parent Masterclass

An overview of the course, designed to help parents navigate the kids modeling industry, avoid scams, and support their child’s growth with confidence.

Want to get your child into modeling but don’t know where to start? This exclusive parent community is your go-to space for insider tips, agency guidance, casting advice, and expert insights from industry professional Brandon Andre.

An introduction to kids modeling, explaining how it differs from adult modeling, including legal requirements, parental involvement, and industry expectations.

Guidance on evaluating whether your child has the interest, temperament, and willingness to pursue modeling, emphasizing the importance of their enthusiasm.

Tips on building self-awareness, confidence, and professionalism in children to help them succeed in modeling.

How to find legitimate modeling agencies and recognize scams that exploit parents and aspiring child models.

An overview of costly model showcases and why they are often unnecessary, along with alternative methods for getting discovered.

Steps for researching and selecting a trustworthy kids modeling agency, including submission guidelines.

A step-by-step guide to submitting your child’s portfolio and application to a modeling agency.

How to prepare your child and yourself for an agency interview, ensuring a good first impression.

Breakdown of standard modeling contracts, fees, and clauses to look out for to avoid scams.

A legal requirement for child models, this module explains how to set up a Coogan account and obtain a work permit to protect your child's earnings.

The importance of a strong portfolio, what types of photos are needed, and how to work with professional photographers.

Reviewing inspo images of kid models to use as a reference when buying clothes in preparation for test shoots.

This module takes you behind the scenes of a portfolio-building photoshoot with three young models. Parents can observe the development process, learning how professional images are captured to showcase a child's potential in the industry.

Watch Jace develop and perform during his test shoot.

Watch Asher develop and perform during his test shoot.

Watch Enze develop and perform during his test shoot.

A quick mid-session tip for parents to prepare in advance for any shoot.

A quick chat with the boys to hear what they learned from this photoshoot.

The photos from the test shoot with Jace, Asher, and Enze are reviewed and analyzed.

Explains how modeling opportunities and expectations vary for different age groups, from infants to teenagers.

How children’s natural growth affects their modeling career and how to approach body changes professionally.

How parents can support a healthy self-image and prevent modeling from negatively impacting a child's self-esteem.

What to expect on a modeling job, including professional behavior, set etiquette, and handling long shoot days.

How to safely use social media to market your child’s modeling career while protecting their privacy.

Step-by-step strategies for growing your child's modeling presence on social media to attract agencies and brands.

This module covers how to keep your child safe on set, recognize red flags, and set firm boundaries. Parents will learn how to advocate for their child and ensure a secure, professional modeling experience.

Covers earning potential, residual income, and the long-term benefits of modeling. Parents learn how to make smart investments and maximize opportunities.

Teaches parents how to communicate effectively with agents, ask productive questions, and advocate for their child professionally without overstepping boundaries.

Covers the importance of regularly updating your child’s height, shoe size, and photos to keep their agency profile current and eligible for castings.

Explains how payments work, the importance of vouchers for processing earnings, and how to manage bookings, cancellations, and on-set etiquette professionally.

Explains how to properly manage your child’s availability, the importance of castings, and key industry terms like holds, bookings, and self-tapes.

Addresses common concerns parents have once their child starts modeling, including how to book more jobs, handle slow periods, and navigate agency relationships.

Outlines resources and services available to support parents and child models, including coaching calls, portfolio shoots, a parent network, and the Youth Model Camp.