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The fees are different from city to city and job
to job. Adult commercial models can expect to make anywhere between $50
to $250 an hour depending on the market. New York City, which is the commercial
modeling capital of the world, normally pays models $250 an hour. This is
the highest hourly fee paid to commercial models in the United States. Children
are paid less than adults, but can earn up to $75 an hour. There is no way
of knowing how much one can earn. I know a commercial model who earned $50,000
from one job, and I know people who have made $2,000 for an entire year.
Most people do not realize that commercial modeling is like any other kind
of business. Before entering this or any industry, you must do your homework.
You must learn about the types of photos that will get you the most work.
There are certain formulas and ingredients that go into great commercial
photographs. Having this information will help you put together powerful
head shots and composite sheets. Putting together great photos will give
you your greatest chance of getting booked for jobs. You must understand
what agents do, and know how to make sure you are working with a reputable
and honest agent. You must know what is expected of you as a professional
model, and learn how to practice before entering the business. Certainly,
the people who have done their research and have gotten the needed information
will have the greatest chance for success.