Dino May is Coming to Akron!

Hey, Pro-Model & Talent Mgmt. family! Want to talk about exciting? Dino May of Dino May Management will be here in December to work with our International Models & Talent Association (IMTA) contestants!

Dino is a titan in the entertainment industry! He has represented many great names such as Samantha Mumba, Jesse James, and the Sweetin kids from Everybody Loves Raymond! Dino's management company is also responsible for discovering Sean Ferris.

At the most recent IMTA convention, Mr. May met with many of our contestants during the convention and during callback day! These meetings resulted in a dream come true for a few of our talented faces who were offered contracts with his management company! One of those faces was our very own, from bullied to success story, Duncan Anderson. Mr. May was so impressed with our past contestants that he knew he wanted to
work with Pro-Model & Talent Mgmt. to help bring our contestants to the next level.

Dino has been a talent manager for over 25 years. His expertise will bring great insight to our IMTA contestants as we help fine tune their abilities for the convention. We can't wait to see our people further transform under his direction! Be sure to keep an eye out for him December 7th and 8th as he will be here working with our LA IMTA contestants. If you see him, be sure to say 'hi!'

IMTA coach, Rachel, Does Great Work!

Hello, Pro-Model & Talent Mgmt. family! We have something amazing to share with you today! And it's about one of our IMTA coaches! Keep reading to see what Rachel Whitehawk-Day has been up to!

Rachel Whitehawk-Day has been featured in an Akron Beacon Journal story for some great work she has been doing on top of her work here at Pro-Model & Talent Mgmt. As a life coach, Rachel has been offering her services to homeless women and children at the homeless shelter, ACCESS, in Akron. She leads a curriculum called "Stepping Stones" which is required for all ACCESS clients that are currently without a job. The program focuses on job readiness.

“It’s a fast-track effort designed to take homeless women to the next level in their personal and professional lives,” Whitehawk-Day said. She unveiled it three years ago at H.M. Life Opportunities for homeless families, and it offers “employment readiness and interview skills, resume writing, wardrobing and the motivation to believe in themselves and follow through … And the unique thing is we do it all in a week!”

Rachel not only offers her services for free but also her Whitehawk Ranch Inc. and Whitehawk Institute pick up the tab for women’s job interview clothes. To read more about Rachel and this program, please click the link below. Rachel has been a part of the Pro-Model & Talent Mgmt. family for over 15 years and is a remarkable woman. We are so thrilled to have her as part of out IMTA staff!

Rachel's ABJ Story

Five Tips for Healthier Nails

Looking good for the camera isn't just about your body or face, it's a total package from head to toe! This includes your fingernails and toenails! That's why we at Pro-Model Talent Mgmt. thought it would be a good idea to give you some simple tips for healthier nails.

Keep Nails Dry- Nails are significantly weaker when wet, which many people don't realize. Limit activities while your nails are wet to prevent breakage and splitting.

Don't Overuse- Your nails are there to protect the tips of your fingers from injury; they are not tools! Don't use them to unscrew or tighten screws, peel away packaging, etc. Use scissors, screwdrivers, etc. They're built to take on tough jobs, your nails are not!

Soak- Most people, when taking off nail polish, like to dip a cloth or cotton ball in nail polish remover and then rub the polish off. Don't do this! The particles scrape the nail beds causing tons of micro-abrasions! Instead, use a mild, acetone-free polish remover. Soak a cotton ball with the remover and let the ball just sit on the nail, soaking. Then remove polish with one swipe of the ball once the polish has loosened enough. You can also soak your fingernails in a small bowl of the remover and the wipe the polish away with one wipe from the cotton ball or a cotton pad.

Keep Nails Painted- By painting your nails, you are protecting them with the polish and you're also

hardening them structurally so they are less likely to break. Don't like color? True a clear polish or a simple nail hardener to keep nails in great shape.

File Nails- Cutting nails can lead to further breakage and splitting because of the pressure clippers put on them. Instead, file your nails. When filing, always file in one direction. This reduce stress to the tips of nails and will stop layers of your nails from separating.

Too much work or need a professional touch? We highly recommend Kimberly from Georgie Salon and Spa! Kimberly knows the latest and best techniques for nails and can keep them looking beautiful and healthy! She also offers 20% off services for our Pro-Model & Talent Mgmt. family! So, give them a call today and set up an appointment with Kimberly!

Pamela Daly: Ready for her Close Up!

At Pro-Model & Talent Mgmt., we love talking about and supporting all of our past alums! Pamela Daly is no exception! You may remember her story; she's another IMTA alum that made it to LA. She has since been in several movies, TV series and a few short films. In spite of her success, she still knows the importance of a great headshot. And a great headshot can only come from a great photographer! That's why Pamela goes to Michael Roud from Reproductions!

Michael Roud has a signature look, as time and time again, he captures what makes each client or project unique. His ability to coach his subjects into showing what makes their character different from the rest! Working in beautifully lit and aesthetically crafted scenes, Michael is one of the most sought after photographers in all of Los Angeles.

Whether he is shooting for an album cover for Jesse McCartney, commercial work for Lifestyle Network, or directing an aesthetic masterpiece, Michael give his audiences a one of a kind experience. Michael knows how to step outside of the box, which is why a shoot for one client is never like the shoot for another. His studios are tailor fitted for his subject which means no cookie cutter backgrounds or routine lighting set ups. Knowing that each shoot is different from the last, he drives to create the next great shot.

Michael, while a top LA photographer, is still just as humble as anyone. You can visit him, and his dog Miko, in his studio in North Hollywood, California. He is a great connection to have, especially if you're living in or often visit LA.

You can contact Michael by emailing info@michaelroud.com. Check out his website, http://michaelroud.com/.

Your Hair's Time to Shine!

Judging by the early fall of snow, I think we can all agree that winter is unofficially here. Typically, with the snow comes dry and dull hair. But not this year! Shine on by following the directions listed below!

1. Shampoo just your scalp! Shampooing all of your hair will strip the hair shaft of vital oils that keep hair shiny. Use just enough shampoo at the roots to get rid of that greasy look. Don't worry, enough shampoo will trickle down to clean all of the hair, it's just minimal enough to stop your hair from becoming lackluster.
2. Condition everywhere! Put moisture back into the hair shaft. Apply conditioner to the ends of your hair and begin working it upwards with a wide tooth comb. This will help you saturate every strand.
3.  Rinse with Cold Water. Rinse your hair with cold water after conditioning. It will close up the hair shaft and cuticles, locking in the moisture while smoothing the surface to reflect extra light.

Add Extra Gloss by Hair Type:

Straight- Try using cinnamon in your hair. It will tighten the hair shaft making each hair sleeker without weighing it down.

Wavy- Try Hibiscus. It replenishes sign to hair that has been exposed to heat.

Curly- Peppermint stimulates the scalp to add lift and moisture curls, giving them bouncy, pretty sparkle.

Relaxed- Even a tiny bit of coconut oil packs tons of hydration! It makes chemically treated hair look satiny.

If you're looking to hit the salon for a keratin treatment, which is proven to smooth and moisturize hair, or for just any old reason, we highly suggest Georgie Salon and Spa! And first time clients get 20% off their first hair design visit! Check them out today!

Runway Tips for Models

Hello, Pro-Model & Talent Mgmt. family! As you've noticed, there have been a lot of auditions and events going on in the last couple of weeks. For that reason, we wanted to give you some runway tips to help you put your best foot forward.

Confidence- Confidence is key in all you do. Wear shoes that are comfortable and practice your walk constantly! You can even film yourself practicing and review the tapes later to see where you need improvement. It will allow you to see what the audience (and photographers) would be seeing. The more you practice the more comfortable and confident you will be.

Research- Watch a lot of runway videos. By watching other models, you can learn from their look, walk, and poses at the end of the runway. Try adopting some of these to see how they work for you. You can even rework them into your own style.

Posture- Practice walking with a book on your head. Seriously! It will help you with your posture and the consistency of your walk. Eyes should be focused straight ahead of you, staring off into the distance. Finding a spot on the back wall to stare at work perfectly. Keep your chin slightly down as everyone will be looking up at you. This will help get your face seen. Keep your arms relaxed. A common mistake is swinging arms

too much, but they should only swing as much as your body makes them.

Stride- Lead with your hips and your body will begin to naturally fall into a runway walk posture. Keep one foot in front of the other, walking an exaggerated straight line.

All of these things are important factors in every model's walking career. But remember, no matter how great your runway walk become, you must always practice and push to become a better and better model. Experiment with new style while perfecting your own, and one day, you may have it made! Good luck, Pro-Model & Talent Mgmt.!

IMTA/ PMTM Reviews

Here at Pro-Model & Talent Mgmt. we believe fair is fair, which is why we are sharing these reviews from our NYC IMTA 2013 contestants! If you want to see what others had to weigh in on the topic, this blog is for you! Sit back, relax, and see what our contestants had to say.

My IMTA Journey has been one of the most unique, fun experiences I have ever had. I enjoyed it so much. I absolutely love the way I bonded with the staff, and the other contestants. I learned so much about speaking clearly, projecting, and energy. I truly do feel prepared for IMTA with all of the intense training that I did with Pro Model. I'm so grateful that I had the opportunity to experience this, and I would do it all over again if I had the chance.
                                                                                                                               ---Jonathan Harris

Stefani June

IMTA has been such a journey for me: both personally and professionally. The training that has been offered to me during this preparation is something that I could only dream of before... This journey has only strengthened my passion for the art, as well as shown me how supportive, encouraging, and inspiring the people in my life are... I have such good feelings in my soul about IMTA and I am so incredibly appreciative of the staff members and other contestants who are helping me, in so many ways, pursue my dream.
                                                                                                                               ---Stefani June


My favorite part of training was being able to work with Al Onorato... It was very helpful. I've learned a lot about the business, and came to the conclusion that this is something I definitely want to pursue. I'm so grateful for everything you guys have done for me and giving me the chance to go to the IMTA convention.

                                                                                                                               ---Bridget Mabry

Marques Easter

I feel that I have came a long way since the first day of training with everyone. The instructors were very helpful and supportive on getting everyone prepared for these competitions to perfection. Whether you applied yourself or not, they have gave 100% effort to make us the best at what we do and I feel that i will prove at the competitions the their help has paid off. My favorite competitions are the sit-com and the tv real people. Mrs. Karen Williams made it a very fun experience for me and made me feel very confident in doing
them, along side with the help of Mary Sklamba, the International/ National Placement Director. 

                                                                                                                               ---Marques Easter

From the beginning of my IMTA training experience, I was impressed with the thoroughness and attention to detail provided by the staff. I greatly enjoyed the insight into modeling and acting that Mary, Karen, Mark, Katie, Rachel, Al Onorato, Maryanne, and Laura gave me. Each one of them provided me with his or her undivided attention and their unique perspective. Also, I would be remiss if I did not mention Eric Mull. The photo shoot was a lot of fun and was very instructive. I cannot believe how much I learned with my brief association with IMTA. I appreciate every effort the Pro-Model and Talent staff has put into this journey to make us contestants feel knowledgeable and prepared for the competition awaiting us. Whether it's the trips to Georgie's salon or the Al Onorato workshop, I feel well prepared psychologically, appearance-wise and procedure-wise.It was so gratifying to realize how much I have improved from day one. I felt that my training had made me more confident and self-assured than I had been before. 

                                                                                                                               ---Aire Sirvaitis