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Have you ever wanted to come model in fashion inspired photo shoots and be fully styled by photographers who are known for their incredible styling? This is for you.

Next: Senior Model Summit is open to ANYONE in the Class of 2019-2022. You don't have to have any previous modeling experience. 

The rundown? 10 winners, an all-expense paid trip to LA, full styling and a once in a lifetime model experience.

This is when the Model Search happens! All model submissions for Next: Senior Model Summit are due in this time period. Please note that there are no extensions for this deadline! The link to the submission platform will be posted March 1st on this website!

The submissions are in... now it's time to vote!! Voting will be open to everyone and information about voting will be posted to this website. The top 10 individuals receiving votes will be the winning models and heading to Los Angeles for a once in a lifetime model experience, so make sure to spread the word with friends and family!

We will be announcing the winning models on May 7th! We cannot wait to see who will be joining us for Next: Senior Model Summit!

March 1st - March 31st

April 15th - April 30th

May 7th

Model Search Submissions

Voting Stage

Winning Models Announced

The Timeline

The Perks & what the winning models receive

What's in it for You?

This is the stuff you want to know... What's in it for the winning models?

Each of the 10 winning models will receive a trip to LA to model in the first ever Next: Senior Model Summit! This includes airfare, hotel, professional hair and makeup, VIP grab bags and professional styling for the shootout*. Not only that but you'll also model for photographers from throughout the nation while creating images that look like they belong on a magazine.

This prize pack is valued at $2500 and is truly the chance of a lifetime that you don't want to miss out on.

*Airfare will be covered up to $350 and hotel accommodations will be booked by the hosts of Next: Senior Model Summit.

Model Submissions

Are you hooked and want to be a part of this? It's time to submit your application for the Model Search! **Model Submissions open March 1st**

To apply, there is a $99 submission fee per model and model submission. Photographers, please check below to see how you can incorporate this into your business and ideas for payment! Model Submissions will be submitted via the link here and payment must be made via PayPal. The link to this will be posted here March 1st.

The images included in your model submission will be used in the voting round and you must include a smiling headshot, serious headshot, full body shot, and photographer’s choice. Images should be sized to 8x12" at 300dpi. 

By submitting, you are guaranteeing that you are available to come and participate in Los Angeles for the shootout on November 3rd; you must also be accompanied by a parent/guardian if you are one of the winning models.

If you are voted as one of the winning models, you're all set since we're covering your expenses! It's time to soak up the California sun and be photographed by amazing photographers from throughout the nation!

**Professional photographers & studios are the only individuals that may submit model entries. Next does not work directly with teens or parents. If you do not already have a photographer, please visit the list of recommended photographers and portrait studios. You may not enter as a photographer if your zip code is within 100 miles from 91355 or 50 miles from 60540 or 98685.

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Are there any height & weight requirements for applying to the Model Search?

Absolutely not! All girls and guys who have always dreamed of having a model-like experience are welcome to apply for the Model Search.

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Is the winning photography studio required to come?

While it is highly recommended that the photography studio whose client wins the Model Search comes, it is not required. We would hope that you would want to partake in this once in a lifetime experience with your client and be a part of Next!

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If I win the Model Search, are my parents required to come?

Yes. If you are a winning model, you will be required to have a parent/legal guardian accompany you to Next even if you are not a minor at the time of the event.

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I want to apply! Can I submit images I took on a cell phone?

No. Images must be submitted by a professional portrait studio/photographer. Each model must be represented by a professional portrait studio/photograph. 

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How do I apply to the Model Search?

Applications for the Model Search go live March 1st! Please check back here where the submission link will be available then!

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What are the requirements for the image submission?

Each photographer must submit the following image types for each client submitted: a smiling headshot,  serious headshot, full body shot, and photographer’s choice. Images should be sized to 8x12" at 300dpi. They should be properly exposed with correct white balance.

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Do the winning photography studios get any perks?

Absolutely! The winning photography studio will have access to the shootout portion of the event at early bird pricing. You will also have an extra 45 minutes with your winning model prior to the start of the shoot out; you may bring your own styling if you would like to photograph a specific vision or concept.

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If I am a winning model, am I required to come?

Yes. By submitting yourself for the Model Search, you are guaranteeing that you can participate as a model on Sunday November 3rd. 

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If I am a winning model, what all is covered?

As a winning model, you will get model treatment! Each model will have their flight, hotel accommodations, professional hair & makeup and styling all covered*! You will also get a gift bag just like everyone who attends the Oscars!

*Flight costs will be covered up to $350USD. Hotel accommodations will be made by the hosts of the Next: Senior Model Summit.

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Is there a limit to how many clients I can nominate?

No! You may enter as many of your clients as you'd like. Please check out our section for how to make this work for your business above!

FAQ

For Photographers

Looking for some ideas about how to incorporate this into your business? Here are some of our ideas!

While it is the photographer that submits the model application and pays the submission fee, you are able to collect this from your clients. Ideas are offering this as a perk to your senior clients who referred the most clients, splitting the cost with your clients, building this into your pricing so that every senior that books a specific package with you is entered into the Model Search or even having your client pay for the full price.

This would also be a great way to build a teen team. Since anyone in the Class of 2019-2022 is eligible, doing something like a mini-session and building the model submission fee into it would be a fantastic idea. This is a tremendous way to market an out-of-the-box experience for your clients. 

If you have a winning model, you will get an additional time slot to photograph them in wardrobe styled by the hosts of Next or styling of your choosing! This will be your time to photograph your model before anyone else at Next.

The opportunity for your clients to have the chance of a lifetime is worth it! Many of your clients are dreaming about something like this, so why not use this as a chance to stand out in your market and be the talk of the town. Plus, who doesn't want to come to Los Angeles to photograph your winning model?

Time to Submit

Model Submissions open up on March 1st.  Guidelines : 4 Images sized at 8x12 @ 300dpi, must include one full length, close up smiling, close up serious, and one image of the photographer s choice. 

Check back here when it's time to enter!

Looking for a Photographer?

Want to model for Next but don't have a photographer? Check out this list of photographers and look for your area!

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