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Flirting Agents With Models (or Otherwise :D)

 
 
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Recetly I had some interesting thoughts about issue shown in title so i would really like to hear especially models about experiences, good and bad things about "getting into something with model / agent".

Now just to clarify im not a scout but a creative publisher director - what makes me scout actually. Usually i have to visualise commercial or just a photo (recently even video) and find appropriate model for it. Presence is required at shooting also, since i have to navigate photographer and model how to take a photo/pose to satisfy "1000 words" needs. Not to mention lots of talks, calls and conversations with models before preparement and chats during shootout or at a coffee break or similar. There is lot of situations for getting much closer to model's heart, or for model to agent's anyway.

During dozens and dozens of similar situations i guess its normal to feel a sympathy for some model or otherwise, model for agent. Now, during these tasks i always found kinda stupid to get onto model no matter who triggers sympathy - I always thought that models are up for career and just want to earn and work, so no matter sympathy or not ive been always strictly professional. Even protective if some other subject like journalist or photographer tried to "get into something" LOL just for model to feel confortable and secure in professional circumstances until she leaves office/studio with job done.

Anyway somewhat while browsing jurgita.com its possible for me to find a girl I like but maybe not to call for job. I guess that another side of flirtzone here. So actually i somewhat wonder how models looks at getting of agent closer knowing his attentions or not :D

Actually i think this all topic covers lot of uncovered and interesting situations so im also courious about their experinces :)))

Thanks :)

Personal emotions can occur anytime two people spend a lot of quality time together. Mutual emotions are different from thoughts of "Wow, she's hot. I wonder f she puts out?".

Interpersonal relationships in a business setting are a very tricky thing and carries a huge amount of risk. Typically, you cannot exercise true command authority over someone you are dating. The mutual respect demanded within a successful relationship in most instances cannot bear up under the managerial structure of a work place. How do you give a command or chastise or correct your mate in a work environment? One should never countermand, bring aspersion upon or engage in conflicts with a lover in public. How, then, is this same principle upheld in a work situation?

There is a very fine line between asking a co-worker or employee out on a date and sexual harassment. Many times one person believes the asking is innocent while the other interprets it as harassment. The thin line becomes even more narrow when you cross agents, scouts, etc. with models. If the model says 'no' will it jeopardize current or future jobs?

Sexual harassment laws say it is illegal to withhold work, pay or promotions from someone because of a refusal to date or engage in sexual activity. The reality in the modeling world has been that it is virtually impossible to prove why a person does or does not get a gig.

Because a model is not a client of a scout, we do not have the same restrictions that psychiatrists, doctors, lawyers, etc. do regarding fraternization. Indeed, to be successful in this industry, a certain amount of fraternization must occur in the form of networking. However, this does not give permission for sexual advances.

Nor does mere participation in the Flirt Zone. Yes, relationships are permitted among industry professionals and talents. It is a tricky proposition and both of you better be on the same page regarding what is happening or there will be confusion. If, for instance, a model indicates that they are seeking a date, this does not necessarily mean that they are seeking to date you. It does mean that there is no harm in asking...politely...and respecting whatever answer you get. Respect is a major part of any relationship and, online or in the night club, people should be treated the same.

Even with sexual harassment laws, asking a person out on a date once is allowed. It is the second asking after a rejection that can become problematic.

I believe that first and foremost all the models here are looking to earn an income. Relationships come second. Just as you would not make off color remarks or propositions to someone sitting next to you in a office so too should you refrain from doing so on-line. Get to know the individual first, make friends. If it naturally moves beyond friendship, fine. If not...never force the issue. Friends are valuable.
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hmmmmmmmm... very deep info about this issue and thank you CG. but unfortently no words occured in this topic from models about their experiences. and i think this topic is really interesting.

now if model takes out camera from photographer and take some pics of scout for her home personal use and says that quote louldy in the studio i guess that means something. but no matter that scout should hold his emotions for job to be done so model can feel in comfortable and professional area - not to be harassed in anyway shortly.

but also can be wierd to tell someone who likes you and otherwise "that youre done and thank you" just because there is a "condition barrier" between i think.

but nm since topic is quite emtpy i guess its just me :P :)

For that matter...how do you start a relationship with a model as a scout or agent and tell her that you will not be picking her to audition?

I had a situation once where my wife joined a volleyball team that I was coaching. One day I had to pull her out of the game because her performance was off. Oh, Lord, was I punished for that move.

So, tell me, in your opinion, do you think that a scout or agent's neutral judgment would be altered by diddling the goods? Heck, even drug dealers know better than to sample their own product.

As far as a model loudly proclaiming that she wants pictures of a scout for personal use...that is a variation of a very, very old trick. Model makes scout thinks she likes him. Scout bends over backwards getting model jobs. :dunno:

Not too many :saint: on either side of this business.

Just remember that...it is a business...and one that too often uses sex, the threat of sex or the promise of sex as a tool for advancement or advantage. A scout or agent should know better than to get suckered into that trap.

Maybe that is why homosexual scouts and agents do better in this business.
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Carib Goodies:

As far as a model loudly proclaiming that she wants pictures of a scout for personal use...that is a variation of a very, very old trick. Model makes scout thinks she likes him. Scout bends over backwards getting model jobs. :dunno:


i covered facts that thing happened after job done and i had 2 months of calling to go out also. and there is much more to tell you but nm! :PPPPPPP and not only once!

very pesimistic. cute girls can have very big heart. and they can smile because of you! and they can found heart much more important then anything. girls deffend me a bit here Carib is giving me some serious slack haha LOL :D

ps: besides the point is not about sex actually but emotions in business ;)

what im trying to say is fact that girls are models doesnt mean that they are career monsters actually LOL

Joseph Mlinaric:

what im trying to say is fact that girls are models doesnt mean that they are career monsters actually LOL


They are not? Ever been back stage during a beauty pageant? Some girls bare their fangs but those are not the ones who scare me. It is the ones who are all smiles and sugar and cream that send shivers down my spine. The CIA has no sneaky tricks that can compare to the stealth and cunning of a model seeking a prize!

OK, OK...I am setting myself up for one heck of a femme bashing.

No, not all girls are like that. And fire cannot burn you if you respect it. :cool:

Emotions are an electro-chemical response to a stimuli. Girls release pheromones that cause chemical changes in the male body and brain. Often times this chemical output is so powerful that it overrides the conscious mind's ability to exercise good judgment. When out of chemical range women have other methods of corralling a mate or protector. Men are also very susceptible to visual and auditory stimuli. A girl's beauty, how she holds her body, what movements she makes, how she adorns herself, how she keeps her hair, what her voice sounds like. Closer in men crave a soft touch making a model's hands very important.

The job of a scout is to find women who demonstrate these traits better than the majority of women. Scouts, agents, photographers, etc. are immersed on a daily basis in the best of the best of the female species. We are not immune from the pull of nature. We cannot be or we will not be able to identify those females with mass appeal. We have to be stronger than the average man and be able to detect, analyze and counter a female's effect upon us.

Hence, no matter how much it hurts emotionally, we have to maintain a neutral stance regarding relationships in our work.

Yes, indeed one can run across the woman who will be a soul mate on the job. But how do you know and what do you risk? How does one determine if one is being played or if the woman is being genuine? Do you know whether you are attracted to her body or to her soul? Can your reputation as a scout, agent or photographer withstand a work relationship? What happens in the event of break up? Does a scorned woman trash you in the industry?

Too many questions, too much risk and too much chance that work judgment will be compromised.

But yes, I am interested in what models think of this issue. I know that there are models who have had affairs at work and it would be informative to know how those relationships started, continued and/or ended. Was it worth it for the model?
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Carib dont get me wrong but im missjudged here hardly; of course women can use her beauty for some certain aim - like career (as we can use our power) but im not attracted by that character. And no matter this silly words you can find here, trust me I more than capable to judge people, especially what they want LOL.

But.... major point of this topic is something completly different.

This all topic is kinda sad actually at the end because you must tell someone "goodbye" because etics/profession of your job requires it - in cases where you should do (and it was expected) otherwise.

Btw Im sure im not the only one with that thoughts here but lets just say i am :D

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ps: i have a friend in germany he is some hot shot producer in TV industry. he spent all his life in hotels, airplanes, infront of cameras and lighning completly - alone. and he is 54.. thats what career requires i guess :sleep:

and that much about mestakes :)

Well, Joe, only a liar will say that he is not affected by beautiful ladies posing in front of him every day. We are all human and all have human yearnings.

What creates the ultimate professional, I guess, is the man who can continually rise above temptation and not be distracted from the work in front of him. A pro will instantly make a judgment call based upon a model's capabilities and willingness to work and the clients at hand. Ultimately our role is like the door man at an exclusive night club. We select only those who have convinced us that they are suitable to be presented to a client. Our role is not about searching for a future wife. Indeed, that future may just walk into your office and I guarantee that that is when you will have to rely most upon your professional abilities.

One thing...the wife of a man is this business has to be a strong and trusting woman. She has to kiss you good bye every morning as you go to a job where there will scantily clad women trying to convince you that they are the most beautiful in the world.

Indeed, like your 54 year old, we do make some tough sacrifices for the career.
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