Success!
Do YOU know what you have in common with all of our success stories? They were ALL scouted just like you were, discovered at an event like this and started where YOU are today!
AMERICA’S NEXT
ATALYA SHEENA MOLLIESUE NIK KAHLEN LLUVY
ASHLEY MATT
NICOLE MOISES
DANI
JULIE
JILL
SARA Alecia
Welcome to Barbizon!
Since being established in New York in 1939, Barbizon’s graduates have graced the covers of top fashion magazines, as well as appeared on Fashion Week’s stages, on television and on the silver screen.
Barbizon is currently searching for new models, actors, singers and dancers to be coached and presented to Hollywood’s top licensed agents, managers and casting directors. Some of our credits include Twilight, Hannah Montana, iCarly, CW’s 90210, Wizards of Waverly Place, Suite Life on Deck, ABC’s Glee, Project Runway, Shake it Up, Good Luck Charlie and many, many more.
Barbizon works with parents to educate and prepare young talent to gain a stronger sense of identity, self-confidence and increased emotional stability, resulting in the power to think ideas through and make the right decisions. For over 80 years, Barbizon mentors and coaches have been assisting teenagers through their most critical years as they mature into young adults. Through it all, Barbizon has maintained a fundamental approach in our training and development. In fact, our approach and methods are slightly old fashioned - we believe that feeling confident in oneself means speaking with authority, walking with pride and dressing with style.
We look forward to meeting you and your family today!
Admissions Criteria
Admission to Barbizon Model & Talent is a selection process. Each prospective student is evaluated based on confidence, commitment, desire, skill level, and parental support.
Evaluation Process
Barbizon selection and evaluation process includes a workshop to best prepare prospective students with the tools and skills necessary to achieve a positive experience and outcome. Directors meet with each family individually to discuss the prospective student’s needs, goals and what they hope to gain from this opportunity. Prospective students must meet or exceed admissions criteria for acceptance to Barbizon.
Capital of the Fashion Industry
& home of our main campus, Barbizon of New York City
The world famous Barbizon NYC School & Agency was founded in 1939 on Fifth Avenue in New York City. Notably the first and original fashion modeling agency in the world and a recognized part of the women’s movement, Barbizon has been in forefront of the industry for over 70 years. Since its opening in 1939 by fashion model Helen Fraiser in New York City, Barbizon has been the industry leader in placing Women, Men, Kids and Teens all over the world.
- THEN - - NOW -
Capital of the Entertainment Industry & home of our main campus, Barbizon of Hollywood
Just west of downtown Los Angeles, LACS is a supportive, synergistic environment that has created a dynamic community for individuals in the film, television, music, gaming and other creative industries.
Barbizon students are surrounded by over 450,000 square feet of “Class A” production office space, six state-of-the-art sound stages, a back lot with numerous working locations and a full range of services and amenities available on campus.
Sugarland’s “Babe” Music Video written by Taylor Swift, shot at LACS.
Just some of the hundreds of films and TV shows filmed on our campus!
How it Really Begins
by Mary McGuire
You’re walking down the street. Suddenly an agent or a photographer sees you. ZAP! You’re a star! You’re signing a multi-million dollar modeling contract and posing for glossy magazine covers. You blast off into a wildly successful career. It all happens instantly. True or False? False, absolutely false! Sure the Cinderella stories happen. However, the rags-to-riches scenario is hardly the norm. The reality is that a successful modeling career is based on hard work. So, what is the right way to break into the modeling industry?
First, you must have the desire to be a model. Don’t let pressure from friends and relatives influence you. Motivation and commitment needs to come from within. Once you have made the decision for yourself you are ready for the next step. Take action. Sharpen your raw talent into professional skill. You will need to learn runway, skin care, make-up, photo posing and everything else working models do. To develop these techniques you should consider working with a local modeling school. The modeling school is the place to learn what to do while expanding your understanding of what the industry is all about. Talk to as many instructors, students and administrators as you can. Here are some questions to ask the school representative: Is the school licensed by the State Education Department? What kind of training does it offer? What connections does it have with major agencies across the country?
Make your decision while everything is fresh on your mind. Don’t procrastinate. Remember commitment. Learn as much as you can while in class. Every lesson translates into potential jobs. The information you gather in class and your ability to apply it is what will separate you from the others trying for the same job. I can honestly say if I had not attended modeling school, I would have never had the opportunity to model internationally.
ZAP! Modeling is not built on fairy tales and daydreams but rather hard work and training. Not every model is absolutely beautiful, yet there is no doubt all successful models are dedicated, persistent and professional. Don’t daydream and hope to be discovered -- begin your career now with preparation and strategy.
Stop day dreaming and start training!
Barbizon Graduates on set for Amazon Photoshoot!
What Our Graduates Say...
“Barbizon is one of the best things I ever did for my life and myself... I never before enjoyed being in school and never laughed and had so much fun as I did at Barbizon... Barbizon taught me how to have self-confidence, how to carry myself, and how to conduct myself in an interview, which will help me in anything I decide to do in my future.”Melissa
My daughter has improved so much in her confidence!!! She’s more outspoken, she has made new friends and she’s not afraid to speak her mind anymore. I love no matter what she’ll always be a member and anytime she needs help with couching and developing, she can always comeback without paying a fee. Barbizon staff is always welcoming! I would highly recommend this Barbizon school! Thank you so much, my daughter loves you guys! - Parent
I can see how much my daughter’s confidence has grown. She is now more sociable and outspoken. She took acting and modeling classes. We feel confident that she will succeed in this business as long as she continues to implement what she has learned here at Barbizon! - Parent
I’m glad we found a good school that teaches good life fundamentals and at the same time empowers kids to be successful in life. - Parent
Acting Auditioning for Film & Television
Whether our students have already written their Oscar acceptance
speeches, or would be happy to star in a few local television commercials, the Barbizon Acting Program can help develop the skills to begin an acting career! Barbizon’s Acting classes take place live and on-camera like an actual studio taping a student’s first scene.
Improvisation
Focus & Connecting
Moment to Moment Work
Relax into Sensory Work
ACTORS IMAGING DAY
Voice Workshop
Conquering Stage Fright
Cold Reading Technique
Perform Cold Read
Using Personal Experiences
Script Analysis
Dramatic Monologue Selection
Dramatic Monologue Workshop
Previous Circumstances/Moment Before Dramatic Monologue Workshop 2
Commercial Auditioning
Real People/Spokesperson Commercial
Photo & Theatre-style Make up
Commercial Callback
On-Camera Technology/Industry Terms
“On-Set” Experience
Skills of Comedy
Character Types in Comedy
Sitcom Skills
Sitcom Cold Read
Comedic Monologue Selection
Comedic Monologue Workshop
Resume/Cover Letter
Audition Skills
Soap Opera Acting Overview
Mock Auditions - Cold read (Soaps)
Comedic Monologue Workshop 2
The Casting Process
Fitness and Health for the Performer
Dramatic/Comedic Monologues Feedback
Callback Success Skills/Mock Callback
Runway/Red Carpet
Agency Interviews/Go-Sees
Career Savvy/”Tell me About Yourself”
Monologue Feedback
Lyndsy Fonseca San Francisco Nikita, Desperate Housewives Condoleezza Rice New York American political scientist and diplomat Giuliana Rancic Los Angeles E! Network
Modeling & Professional Development
At Barbizon, students learn the same modeling techniques used by today’s top models. Classes in voice projection, self-confidence, print and runway give our students a professional edge no matter what their ultimate goals may be.
Modeling Opportunities
All about the Industry
On Runway: Attitude, Walk, Basic Turns & Poses
MODELS IMAGING DAY
Health/Nutition & Exercise
Your Best Skin/Face & Body Care
Great Hair for Auditions & Photo Shoots
Release Your Inner Fashionista/The X-Factor
Fashion Print Techniques
Commercial Print Techniques
Portfolio Development - Your “Book”
Comp Card Development - Your “Calling Card”
Auditions/Interviews
Casting Calls/Conquering Industry Go-Sees
Vocabulary of “The Biz”
Communication Skills/Express Yourself & Be Yourself
Get Organized/Your Best Market
Reaching Your Goals - Personal & Professional
Color Analysis/Be Your own Makeup Artist/Grooming
Eyebrow Know-How/Dealing w/Facial & Body Hair
Commercial/Product Modeling
Commercials - Beauty/Real People
Do’s & Don’ts On-Set & Backstage
Banquet Events/Fine Dining/Menus - The Table
Agents/Managers - Callbacks
Resume Development
Stage Fright - Use It - Don’t Lose It!
Runway Choreography/Rehearsals
Expressing Your Personal Style
The Designers/Models “Who’s Who”/Magazines
Modeling with Props - On the Runway & Print
The Red Carpet/Events/Competitions/Choreography
On-Camera Make Up Techniques
Black & White vs. Color/On Location vs. In-Studio
Voice/Diction/The Model As An Actor/TV Workshop
Individual Runway Style
Mock Interview/Auditions
Runway Fine-Tuning & Feedback
The difference between the impossible and the possible lies in a person’s determination. - Tommy
Lasorda
Amelia Santa Domingo Ms. Universe, Covergirl Charles Post Los Angeles AT&T
Rabita San Francisco Supermodel Magazine
Model & Actor Imaging Day!
Barbizon models & actors get the exclusive opportunity to jump start their training with our Model & Actor Imaging Day!
Models & Actors are made - not born. Get on the fast track! Our workshop series begins with a full image review in makeup, hair, and basic modeling & acting technique, followed by a “before and after” photo session! You will receive your Barbizon makeup kit (designed exclusively for our students), get a professional consultation and styling, learn the basics of modeling & acting, and more - all to prepare you for your “before and after” photo session! A professional styling team will give you the red carpet treatment to prep you for your first photos!
Show off your new look at school with today’s hottest trends in makeup, wardrobe and hair styling. You can post your professional photos on Facebook!
The Model & Actor Imaging Day gets you prepared for the rest of your training in the industry including auditions, tv commercials, castings, runway, catalog work, professional development and more!
Our students get the opportunity for:
• Exclusive consultation by a professional stylist
• Professional makeup and hair styling
• A photo session to show off your new look!
SET THE TRENDS. BECOME A STAR. GET STARTED NOW!
“BEFORE & AFTER” PHOTO SESSION
Practice your new posing techniques in front of the camera! Students will receive a digital copy of 2 photos
Kids Modeling & Acting Program
Whether Barbizon pre-teens dream of being a model or an actor, our students learn all the techniques needed to succeed, taught in a format geared specifically for their age group. Each child receives individual attention during every workshop to enhance self-confidence, improve presentation skills, and help them to become more performance-ready.
Learning Improvisations
Games & Photo Posing Basics
Basic Runway
No Dialogue Improv Games
Basic Runway Turns
Sensory Work
Posing In Groups And Pairs
Learning Self Confidence & Speaking Skills
Memory Games & Tongue Twisters
Review Photo Posing
Runway Review
Health & Nutrition/Dance Workout
Groups Skits & Improvisations
TV Talk Show & Hosting Workshop
Introduction to Commercials
Imagination Exercises
Stage Presence
BELIEVE
Interviews & Mock Auditions
Skin Care & Grooming for the Young Performer
Public Speaking / Speech Lesson 101
Comedy Improvisations
Comedy Scene Work
Runway Groups and Pairs
Commercials with Products
Commercials on Camera
Song and Dance
Open Reviews/Student Survey’s
Cold Read Workshop
Mock Cold Read Auditions
Monologues for Children
Photo Posing for Headshots & Photo Shoots
Vocal Exercises & Song/Dance
Commercials/scenes and monologues review
Perfecting your Runway Style
All your dreams can come true if you have the courage to pursue them. - Walt Disney
Peter Los Angeles Target Ads
Coral Fresno Juicy Juice Commercial
Moises Atlanta Hannah Montana
Singing
Explore Singing Types:
•Broadway / Theater
•Classical
•Contemporary
•Jazz
•Opera
•Pop
•R&B
Build Ability:
Female Male
•Soprano
•Alto
•Contralto
•Tenor
•Baritone
•Bass
Techniques:
•Warm up and Voice Maintenance
•Effective Dicton and Voice Projection
•Controlling your Instrument
•Selecting and Learning a Song
•Stage Performance
•Vocal Strengthening Exercising
•Pre-Performance Nutrition
•Auditioning Skills / Interview Preparation
•Mock Auditions
•On Camera Performance Skills
•Wardrobing and Appearance
Dancing
Developing Dance Professionalism:
•Finding a Dance Personality
•Stretching and Warm-Up
•Building Strength
•Cross Training and Musicality
•Technique and Structure
•Learning Choreography / Routines
•Role of Stage Techs
•Pre-Performance Nutrition
•Building a Dance Resume / Portfolio
•Preparing for Auditions / Interviews
A Few Highlighted Techniques:
•Barre
•Alignment, Posture & Balance
•Pointe & Positions of the Feet
•Leaps and Jumps
•Port de Bras
•Turns
•Ball Change, Pas de Bourree & Jazz Square
•Drop & Recover
•Swings
•Contractions & Flat Back
•Chasse’
•Interviewing Skills
•Public Speaking Skills
Self-Development & Life Skills
•Effective Communication Skills
•Effective Listening Skills
•Improve Self-Confidence (which will improve grades)
•Develop Leadership Skills
•Marketability
•Interviewing Techniques When Applying For Colleges or Employment
•Possible Income
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why would training benefit my child?
A: The performing arts are just like any other profession. Lawyers have to go to law school, doctors have to go to medical school and performers absolutely need to be trained in modeling, acting, singing or dancing in order to become a professional in their field and have steady work. It’s very important that anyone trying to achieve work in any industry have the knowledge, skills and confidence to go on a professional job interview and sell themselves to a potential employer.
Q: Are you going to guarantee my child a job?
A: Absolutely not; there are never any guarantees in life. We can’t do it for them: the only person that can do it is themselves. What we do guarantee at Barbizon is that your child will become poised, confident, well-spoken, and ready for success so that when an opportunity arises (in either the entertainment industry or in any other industry), they are able to take advantage.
Q: I see all these young Hollywood starlets getting involved in bad crowds. Will my child be exposed to that?
A: By helping our students to develop their life skills, building their confidence and self-esteem, they will be better equipped to make good decisions and represent themselves in a professional and responsible manner. They will be leaders, not followers, better able to withstand peerpressure of any kind.
Above all, it’s very important to keep talking to your kids about positive reinforcement and to make sure they have something that gives them ownership. You need to get them involved in something positive that they enjoy doing. Barbizon provides each child with a safety net of peers and instructors that will help build their self-esteem, confidence, resistance to peer pressure so they can conquer the daily challenges they face.
Your Workshop Worksheet!
How to Slate:
“Hi
my name is ____________________, and I am _________
years old and I’m from ________________________.”
Commercial Scripts to Practice:
Toddlers 4-6 SKITTLES, taste the rainbow!
Preteen 7-10
I love Oreo cookies. Today I went downstairs and poured myself a big glass of milk to dip my cookies in. When I went to the cookie jar, it was empty. Big brothers stink. Got milk?
Younger Teen 11-14
I have decided that when I grow up I’m going to be a millionaire! I practiced every night by playing ‘Who wants to be a Millionaire’ on my Nintendo Wii. Nintendo Wii makes me feel like a million bucks!
Older Teen 15-17
Remember me? I’m the kid that had a report due on space. Then I discovered Google! It’s like having your own research library at night, right at your fingertips. So the next time you want an “A “ instead of a “B”, use Google… you’ll be glad you did.
Adult 18+
I don’t know why, but I love taking pictures. So my friend got me the best camera out there - the Nikon Cool Pix. My Nikon Cool Pix makes me look like a professional.
Barbizon Model & Talent is registered and has met the requirements set forth by the California Labor Commissioner and has posted a $50,000 bond pursuant to Section 995.710 of the Code of Civil Procedure. Surety Bond # 57BSBGI7017.
Barbizon Offers:
• Professional facilities and environment, along with the Barbizon staff who are highly experienced in this profession.
• Training in all areas of personal development and in all aspects of modeling, acting, and performing arts professions.
• Low student to teacher ratio with individualized attention and personalized performer progress reports.
• Missed classes are easily rescheduled at no additional charge.
• A lifetime commitment to review modeling, acting and personal development classes with Barbizon.
• Photo session with a fashion photographer.
……BUYER BEWARE……
• Watch for and be wary of agencies or schools that promise or guarantee work.
• Exercise caution with people who want to charge for pictures first.
• Inquire into individual agency client list.
• Beware of companies who want to put you in a directory to be sent out.
• Does the school or agency have national or international affiliations?
• How long has the agency been established? (Be wary of small agencies with no established history)
• Is the agency licensed by the Department of Industrial Relations, Division of Labor Standards? (Required for California)
