In recent years, numerous websites have popped up that give advice to models, but very few tell you how to stay safe while competing in pageants. In contrast, we are also finding more and more pageants popping up – pageants are a great way to get a foot in the industry, make friends and travel the world, but beware as some of these pageants are not ethically run (SEE THE LIST OF UKBPA Approved Pageants for more info), do not have CRB checked staff who can keep you safe, and are run by unethical, profit - making companies even though they claim not to be so. With this is mind, we have decided to give you some free, unbiased and basic pageant industry advice to set you on the right track, and keep you safe:
Pageant Portfolio Pageant portfolios are essentially an extension of your resume or bio sheet that pageant contestants use to either enter a pageantm secure a model agency, or find sponsorship. An effective pageant portfolio should be a well rounded presentation of the pageant titles you've won and charity work you've done, and should also showcase your personal and professional accomplishments as well as an indication of your ability to handle other jobs in the media and entertainment industries.
Bio Sheet Your bio sheet is the foundation of your pageant portfolio and should include everythingthe judges/agency need to know about you. A well written and well presented bio sheet should include complete contact information for you, contact information for any agency representation you have and a biography that details your pageant experience, with specific focus on any past or present titles you hold. Your bio sheet should also include reference to any training you have, whether it is in dance, acting or singing, and any proessional and educational qialifications you have.
UK Beauties can write a strong bio sheet for you, to ensure you come across well and make a great first impression. See CONTESTANTS menu.
Photographs when you enter any pageant, you should always include a good head shot, a photo in swimwear, and one other photo. This will give the judges and organisers and chance to see your look, before meeting you, so a strong photographic portfolio is essential to making a great first impression! Your photos should be a combination of everyday shots that capture you in natural settings and attire, glamorous shots that show you in makeup, wearing everything from casual to formal attire and live shots that capture you participating in pageants, and your head shot should be n more than head and shoulders, in a relaxed pose with a big smile. The photographs should be a visual representation of your participation in pageants, but they should also demonstrate you can stretch your boundaries and that you would be suitable for other jobs in the entertainment industry. Structure of your Pageant Portfolio Pageant portfolios should be assembled with the bio first, followed by your photographs. A leather-bound binder gold stamped with your name is an effective way to present your portfolio package. The resume and photos should be placed into the binder in pocket folders. Don't punch holes in your photographs and resume, put them in the folders which eep them clean from sticky fingers. Keep several copies of your resume and photographs in you pageant portfolio to leave with pageant organisers and judges. Sponsorship The majority of uk pageants are run by organisers who run other businesses, and use run their pageant because they either love it, or to make a little extra revenue on the side. Pageants, no matter how big or small, cost money. From the prizes and crown for the winner, to marketing, event management, food, transport, licences, staffing, insurance, hotels and staging..all these costs add up! Some smaller regional contests also lead to another bigger national, or even internatonal competitions, which will no doubt also be great experiences! But the bottom line is, that you will be hard- pressed to find a pageant that does not charge a sponsorship or small entry fee. Is the entry fee seperate from the sponsorship? The sponsorship fee is usually your entry fee, and unless otherwise stated by the organiser, you shouldn't have to pay any more money. On ocasions however, a smaller pageant may charge a small entry fee which you can pay yourself, rather than having to find a larger entry/sponsorship fee. Any contest that asks you to pay more than once probably needs researching, as the well - run UK contests are either free, or you only pay one sponsorship fee up front. What does my sponsor get in return? Many contests offer basics such as their logo printed on your sash, a link on the contest's website and a mention in the official programme. Pageants are great for small companies who are just starting up, as if you work well for them, they will use you to maximise their advertising, and if all goes well, they may sponsor you again for your next competition, so make sure you always keep them on side, and a hand-written thankyou note always goes down well too.
Photographs when you enter any pageant, you should always include a good head shot, a photo in swimwear, and one other photo. This will give the judges and organisers and chance to see your look, before meeting you, so a strong photographic portfolio is essential to making a great first impression! Your photos should be a combination of everyday shots that capture you in natural settings and attire, glamorous shots that show you in makeup, wearing everything from casual to formal attire and live shots that capture you participating in pageants, and your head shot should be n more than head and shoulders, in a relaxed pose with a big smile. The photographs should be a visual representation of your participation in pageants, but they should also demonstrate you can stretch your boundaries and that you would be suitable for other jobs in the entertainment industry.
Structure of your Pageant Portfolio Pageant portfolios should be assembled with the bio first, followed by your photographs. A leather-bound binder gold stamped with your name is an effective way to present your portfolio package. The resume and photos should be placed into the binder in pocket folders. Don't punch holes in your photographs and resume, put them in the folders which eep them clean from sticky fingers. Keep several copies of your resume and photographs in you pageant portfolio to leave with pageant organisers and judges.
Sponsorship The majority of uk pageants are run by organisers who run other businesses, and use run their pageant because they either love it, or to make a little extra revenue on the side. Pageants, no matter how big or small, cost money. From the prizes and crown for the winner, to marketing, event management, food, transport, licences, staffing, insurance, hotels and staging..all these costs add up! Some smaller regional contests also lead to another bigger national, or even internatonal competitions, which will no doubt also be great experiences! But the bottom line is, that you will be hard- pressed to find a pageant that does not charge a sponsorship or small entry fee. Is the entry fee seperate from the sponsorship? The sponsorship fee is usually your entry fee, and unless otherwise stated by the organiser, you shouldn't have to pay any more money. On ocasions however, a smaller pageant may charge a small entry fee which you can pay yourself, rather than having to find a larger entry/sponsorship fee. Any contest that asks you to pay more than once probably needs researching, as the well - run UK contests are either free, or you only pay one sponsorship fee up front.
What does my sponsor get in return? Many contests offer basics such as their logo printed on your sash, a link on the contest's website and a mention in the official programme. Pageants are great for small companies who are just starting up, as if you work well for them, they will use you to maximise their advertising, and if all goes well, they may sponsor you again for your next competition, so make sure you always keep them on side, and a hand-written thankyou note always goes down well too.
The Basics
1. Enter With Confidence! Almost every competition you enter will ask you for a selection of photographs. Firstly, make sure that the photos you submit are your best photos and shows you in a flattering light. Usual requests include a headshot, a full length shot and some contests may require a bikini shot. It may be tempting, but do not spend a lot of money on pictures – a natural shot with a little makeup taken in your garden on a sunny day will do the trick. Also, you may be asked to submit your measurements (height, chest, waist and hips, shoe and dress size etc.) along with your date of birth. Genuine contest directors will also ask you to sign an entry form and if you are under 18, this may also have to be signed by your parent or guardian.
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