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Anastasia Bogushevskaya, a renowned international top model with over 15 years of industry experience, has made her mark in the USA, walking for designers like Carolina Herrera, Dennis Basso, and Naeem Khan at New York Fashion Week. Her face has graced the pages of ELLE, Harper’s Bazaar, and Bello Magazine. Now based in New York, she’s sharing her expertise with aspiring models worldwide through her mentorship program and workshops. Drawing from Anastasia’s wealth of experience, here are five essential tips for breaking into the US modelling scene:

  1. Build a Diverse Portfolio

Anastasia emphasizes the importance of a strong portfolio: “A professional portfolio provides the opportunity to get a contract with a modeling agency in the USA, which in turn means obtaining a work visa O-1.” In her mentorship program, she guides aspiring models in portfolio preparation and organizes photo sessions. Include a variety of shoots such as test shots, beauty shoots, and collaborations with American fashion brands. As you progress, add photos from New York Fashion Week shows, advertising campaigns, lookbooks, and catalogs.

  1. Master Your Craft

“I think I was born for the podium!” Anastasia exclaims. “Teaching fashion shows is one of my favorite and strongest professional skills.” In her recently launched fashion show and posing school in New York, Anastasia conducts master classes to develop professional modeling skills. She advises, “Train your runway walk and posing skills. In the USA, there is fierce competition among models, and only the most professional are chosen for work.”

  1. Secure Representation

Anastasia’s project helps models at every step of their careers, including finding representation in the US. She advises, “Most clients prefer working through a modeling agency, so you are required to find an agent.” Research reputable agencies in major US fashion hubs like New York, Los Angeles, and Miami. Anastasia suggests, “It’s important to select the best photos for your book and send them to agencies that match your look.”

  1. Develop Your Unique Personality

“In the USA, besides professionalism as a model, your individuality is crucial!” Anastasia stresses. In her personal master classes, she focuses on developing each model’s unique qualities. “At interviews with modeling agencies in New York, you’ll be asked about your interests, hobbies, and skills. Develop yourself! Acting classes, dance classes, language skills, and your unique talents will help you get the desired contract with a modelling agency.”

  1. Leverage Social Media Effectively

Anastasia emphasizes that social media is key to developing a modeling career in the USA. She recommends a balance of 70% modeling content and 30% personal life on your profiles. “If you plan to become a model in the USA, you must make your social media profiles as modeling-oriented as possible,” she says. “It helps you to get new photographer contacts and clients for collaborations, which will aid in the development of your modeling career in the USA.”

Anastasia’s journey from a 13-year-old modeling school student to an international top model and mentor in the USA is an inspiration for aspiring models worldwide. Her current focus on mentorship includes helping models relocate to the US, prepare for O-1 visas, and develop their careers.

“Success in Modeling is only possible thanks to modeling skills in addition to the desire, your own bright individuality and unshakable self-confidence!” Anastasia notes. Her spring-launched fashion show and posing school in New York prepares a professional team of aspiring models for the US industry, transferring her expert knowledge.

Anastasia’s ultimate goal goes beyond just creating successful models in the USA. She aims to empower individuals: “A model must bring beauty to this world, so it is very important for me to develop in girls not only grace and femininity, but also self-confidence!”

By following these tips and embodying the dedication and professionalism exemplified by Anastasia Bogushevskaya, aspiring models can position themselves for success in the competitive US modeling industry. Remember, as Anastasia says, “If you want to become a model in the USA, you must be proactive, ready for competition, possess professional modeling skills, demonstrate your individuality and desire to constantly take action to develop your modeling career.”

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