Model By Dalon Pobran
As a little girl from Missoula, Montana, Madeline Pace dreamed of becoming a model. She asked herself the questions that many young girls like her have asked: “How can I be from Montana and be a successful model? What are the chances? How do I get started?” Rocky Mountain Entertainment Agency (RMEA) is answering those questions and giving real opportunities to make those dreams of becoming a professional model into a reality.
RMEA opened its doors in Western Montana in April, 2012, providing talent and client services regionally, nationally and internationally. Only one year later it has become the leading agency to numerous talented models and actors, and recently launched a Montana DVD production division. Services to clients include local gigs, international contracts, talent development, portfolio build-up and personal coaching. RMEA provides professional representation while working closely with large agencies, educators and managers. Their integrity and dedication to growing a strong network of professionals consistently opens doors for increased exposure and real life working opportunities. They represent a variety of talent from eager beginners to seasoned professionals. They also serve local and out of area clients with ready to travel talent, casting calls, choreography, and much more. Casey and her team are committed to providing high quality services and easy to work with talent. Owner Casey Pobran has been involved within the pageant and entertainment business for over fifteen years. She has a strong passion for the business and the success of all those participating and working within this multibillion dollar industry. It is the gain of life opportunities, relationships and travel experiences that drive Casey's excitement and passion for the industry. Working for some of the top modeling agencies across the world since she was 12, Casey has spent the major-
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ity of her time growing up in front of the camera. In 2001 she was Miss California Teen USA, and continued on as a finalist for the Miss Teen USA 2001 competition. She has since been involved with every aspect of the entertainment industry and has built impressive business relationships. Though Casey has said goodbye to her own days of competing for a crown, she now spends her time training and educating those looking to become successful in pageantry and modeling.
Casey has worked for Donald Trump's Miss Universe Organization at Miss USA, Miss Teen USA pageants, and the Miss California USA pageants as a choreographer. Though well experienced in pageantry, her passion and experiences are found deep within the industries of modeling, competition, photography, media, arts and more. Starting Rocky Mountain Entertainment Agency (RMEA) has been a dream come true for Casey.
“I am truly blessed being able to do what I am passionate about while living in the most beautiful place, working hand in hand with my wonderful Husband and our amazing business associates. It's very exciting to work with our talented models and being able to watch their careers grow. Creating long lasting business relationships with local professionals is very important to me. As a proud mother, wife and business owner I feel that God has blessed me in every area of my life, and I feel that it's important that I share and help others in the start of their own careers.” Madeline Pace, the teenager that dreamed of becoming a model, is now living her dream. She recently received a full contract with a top modeling agency in Milan Italy. She is currently modeling internationally and will be staying in Italy for about 3 months. Maddy is actively working with other teenage and young adult females from all around the world, interviewing and attending casting calls to be hired by top companies in the fashion industry. Milan is one of the top modeling cities in the entire world. “Maddy has
been working hard building up her portfolio and practicing runway, interview skills and scripts which will play a major role in her success over there,” says her agent Casey Pobran. She adds, “Maddy has an exotic and stunning look with great poise and focus...she definitely has what it takes to make it big. The agency in Milan liked her so much so that they offered to fly her out within weeks of their initial contact with us. Maddy flew out there in March. She’s been keeping busy and working a lot. Earlier this month Maddy was involved with an editorial shoot for Vogue.” Maddy’s family is very supportive and thrilled to be seeing her dreams coming true. She is keeping up on school commitments and is able to remotely do her school work online while abroad. Her agent Casey says, “Over the past two years Maddy and I have worked really hard and her time has now come to be the model she always dreamed of being. We are so very proud of her and believe that she will continue to be a success. It’s an exciting time for all of us to see what transpires in this new journey she has embarked on”.
After Maddy returns from Milan, she’ll be back home in Montana for a few short weeks before leaving again, this time for New York where another agency recently signed her. There, she will be attending more castings for fashion designers and commercials. Having her experience in the Italian market will definitely give her an edge in New York. Don’t be surprised if you see Maddy featured in national commercials and glamour magazines this summer. You will probably also be able to spot her floating down the Clark Fork River this summer as well. She’s a Missoula girl that’s going places but will always call Montana home. Rocky Mountain Entertainment Agency does offer summer modeling workshops for young ladies and will be having its Second Annual Miss Model Montana competitions. September 28th and 29th in Missoula, Mt. If you would like more information on how you can be a part of RMEA or to register for upcoming events then please visit www.rm-ea.com or call 406-544-5186.
Photos of Madeline Pac starting on page 20 from left to right: Left photo by Nicola Casini during a videotorial in Italy. Middle photo by Mark Cluney with Cluney Photography in Missoula Montana. Right photo by Mauro Poltronieri shot in Italy. Photo on page 21 of Madeline is by Cluney Photography.