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Do You Want to Be an Abercrombie & Fitch Model?

The path towards becoming an Abercrombie & Fitch model isn't exactly traditional and even I am intrigued by the casting process they use. For those of you that want to know how to become an A&F model, you'll want to check out this post.

1. You have to be 18 or older. Unfortunately, the nature of A&F shoots are pretty sexy and even adult in a sense and as such, their models are required to be of age. (Of course there is A&F kid models but that comes later).

2. You have to work at an A&F store. No lie! In order to be considered for any of the company's ad campaigns and photoshoots, they actually turn to their own employees to recruit models. So if you're looking for a job in retail and feel you've got what it takes, fill out a job application at your nearest A&F store and get hired. That's the first step to getting your foot in the door.

3. Put in work. Once you've started working at A&F, you'll become eligible to submit yourself for their model castings. This part of the process involves:

- Going to the A&F website and clicking on the link for "Casting."
- A side menu will appear. Click on "Submit Photos."
- Fill out the form and upload your pictures. The form will ask for the store number of the A&F location where you work so you can't fake it if you really don't work there!

4. Attend their castings. A&F also holds open castings at various areas throughout the year. In order to get information about the specific dates and locations, you'll have to ask your store manager. Interestingly enough, the castings are also open to employees of A&F, Hollister, Ruehl, or Gilly Hicks.

Want to become a model for Abercrombie Kids?

So I've searched a lot of different sites, including the A&F site, and the information regarding how to be an Abercrombie kid model is a bit conflicting/confusing. I've tried to make some sense of most of it though:

- The minimum age requirement is 13, however they are known to hire older teen models who look younger, but the general age of Abercrombie Kid models is 13-17.

- If you are of working age but under 18, you can apply to be an employee at your local Abercrombie Kids store. Then you will be eligible for recruitment for marketing campaigns and will have access to casting information. I'm not sure what the age range requirements are for working at an Abercrombie Kids store but I'm sure it varies by state, child labor laws, work permits, etc. (That kind of information I don't know so you'd have to do some online research or simply call the store to ask).

- They prefer their kid models to be at least 5'5" in height.

- You can be considered for castings if you have agency representation. For those unable to work at a store, having an agent can allow you to be submitted for castings specifically for Abercrombie Kids campaigns.

- Send your pictures via snail mail to:

Abercrombie Modeling
720 Fifth Avenue
Attn: 8th Floor
New York, NY 10019

I wasn't able to find out whether they prefer professional or non professional photos so it's up to you to decide.

Comments

Anonymous said…
my girl friend wants to be a abercrombie fitch models, do you have any suggestion?



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Dania Denise said…
Hello, Anonymous, and thank you for your question. You'll find your answer in its own post, titled "Answering a Reader Question #92."
Thanks for reading.
pinkfreak said…
i really want ot be an abercombie kids model i am 13 and people always tell me i should be a model for their clothing what should i do?
Dania Denise said…
Hey, Pinkfreak! The answer to your question is in its own post, titled "Answering a Reader Question #140." Thanks for reading!
Anonymous said…
Hi! I was wondering if you still have to work at Abercrombie Kids to be a model at Abercrombie Kids. And if so, how old must you be?
Dania Denise said…
Hi, Anonymous! You'll find the answer to your question in its own post, titled "Answering a Reader Question #301." Thanks for reading!
Carrie M. said…
I am 24 turning 25 and I've always wanted to explore modeeling. Would 25 be too old start?
Dania Denise said…
Hi, MissCarrieCake! You'll find the answer to your questions in its own post, titled "Answering a Reader Question #542," which can be found on my new blog: "Modeling 101 - Answering Readers Questions."

Please visit this link: http://amodelsdiary-readerquestions.blogspot.com/ and you can view your post there. Thanks for reading!
Anonymous said…
I am 13 and i want to become an abercrombie girls model but i dont have an agent
Dania Denise said…
Hi, Anonymous! You'll find the answer to your questions in its own post, titled "Answering a Reader Question #648," which can be found on my new blog: "Modeling 101 - Answering Readers Questions."

Please visit this link: http://amodelsdiary-readerquestions.blogspot.com/ and you can view your post there. Thanks for reading!
Sunny D said…
Hello, miss lady! You stated in this post that the best way to start modeling for Abercrombie and Fitch is to apply for a job at your nearest store. I wanted to know if you have the potential to get signed to a legit modeling agency by modeling for Abercrombie and Fitch's catalog if you haven't been signed already.
Dania Denise said…
Hi Derrione!

Having modeling experience by working as a model for A&F and appearing in their catalog is definitely a great way to get exposure and experience that would certainly interest an agency so if you happened to have that kind of opportunity on your resume prior to getting signed to an agency, that would be a solid way to show them your modeling potential!
Unknown said…
My son is 8 and he wants to be an Abercrombie Kids model. Can he?
Dania Denise said…
Hello, Unknown!

Your son is within the age range that A&F looks for (7-14). But it takes more than just that alone to find out if he can be a model for them.

The company doesn't post publicly how to submit your child so chances are they work directly with agencies that represent child models. If your son isn't already represented, the first and most important step would be to do an online search for modeling/talent agencies within a 2 hour's drive from where you live. The websites will state clearly whether they represent kids or not.

From there, look at each agency's instructions for what photos and information to submit. You don't need professional pictures or a portfolio to be considered. Clear quality, digital snapshots are best, especially for children.

As long as you follow what each agency's submission guidelines state, it'll improve the chances of getting a response and possible interest from an agency willing to sign your son and eventually get the connections necessary to have him potentially be considered for gigs at companies/brands like A&F.

Best of luck to you!

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