After you’ve signed the contract and paid the fee, you will be invited to book in for a photoshoot. We will send you an email with a link to our available photoshoot dates and times, so you can book a time that suits you! Keep in mind that photoshoots fill up quickly, so act fast to secure your spot.
HEADSHOT PHOTOSHOOT DAY
Check out this video of what a headshot photo shoot day will be like. It took over 500 applications, over 250 interviews and 40ish offers, to sign the 28 amazing kids that were at this shoot. You can never stop looking for the best talent in Australia..
All that work just to get to this point where we can shoot their headshots,
AND THEN THE REAL WORK BEGINS!
WHAT IS INCLUDED?
Your representation fees include headshots, all your set up costs and an admin fee, and we provide the shots to you via digital download.
The photography session we do with you is really strong and includes 1 outfit, with an optional jacket change. You will receive 5-8 edited shots, which get uploaded directly to your portals for you. See Imani for example – really strong shots. This is all included in your fee.
If you have opted for a mini–folio on the other hand, you will receive additional time with the photographer, 3 outfits and 12-15 edited digital images which we will send through to you. These are more portfolio based and a great option for those models wishing to start building a strong portfolio.
WHAT TO WEAR
Dress to impress! Please try and pick colours that complement your child’s complexion. We also recommend bringing an extra sweater or jacket to quickly change your look if needed. If you are unsure about what to wear, please bring a couple of options and we will assist you.
There will be no hair and make up provided, so please come with natural make up and clean, well presented hair.
WHAT NOT TO WEAR
No logos or large brand labels
No strapless tops
No midriff showing
No stripes
No white or grey
No fake nails, chipped nail polish or fake tan.
No hats or bows
WHAT TO EXPECT ON THE DAY OF THE SHOOT
We run our photoshoot days just like professional photography shoots. To make the process as seamless as possible, we ask that you:
Arrive on time
Please ensure that you arrive on time and allow for any unforeseen circumstance like traffic, parking etc. This is good practice for when you start going to castings — If you are late to a casting, you can almost guarantee that your child will not book the job.
Come in prepared and ready to shoot.
Please come in the outfit you will shoot in and with hair done and natural makeup (if applicable)
Under 3s
If your child is under three, the process is pretty simple. We need to capture their personality with their main headshots. As the lights and big room can be a new experience for the little ones, parents please be ready to improvise if your child may not be adapting to the situation. Have toys or songs on hand that may bring out the best of their personality. However, parents will not be able to hold children in the photos.
Over 3s
The process will take about 10-15 mins. We will start by reviewing your outfit choices and styling your child for the shoot. Please ensure you bring your child in what they intend to be photographed in and have a back up option just in case (the shoot will be one look only). Once your child is ready to go, they will spend time with the photographer to get their portfolio shots — some will be close up and others full length. Your child will be instructed to do poses on the day, so there is no need for them to feel uncomfortable if this is their first modelling experience.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?
Once you or your child has completed the photoshoot day, our photography team will make a varied selection of the best shots and edit the final images. You will receive high resolution copies of the final images two weeks after your shoot day. Please note, if you are on a payment plan you will receive your images upon completion of payment.
Following this, we will sign you up for the various platforms we use to submit talent for work. You will then receive email notifications from Syngency and Casting Networks, where you will be instructed to update information such as any industry experience, training, physical details etc. You can find out how to do this via the following links Step-by- step guide to Syngency and Step by step guide to Casting Networks.
Once all this is done, you are ready to be submitted for any work that you fit the requirements for, and will be notified anytime this occurs
WHEN DO WE RECEIVE OUR PHOTOS?
The final edited images will be delivered to talent via an online gallery approximately two weeks after the completion of the photoshoot. At this time, your online portals on Syngency and Casting Networks will be created and you will receive details on how to log in to those platforms. As noted earlier, if you are on a payment plan you will receive your images upon completion of payment.
WHAT CAN I DO UNTIL OUR PORTALS ARE SET UP?
ATTEND ONE OF OUR ONBOARDING SESSIONS
To officially welcome and integrate you into the industry, we invite you to attend one of our onboarding sessions, held through zoom. This is an interactive event between you, other parents and our talent agents,where you will have the opportunity to hear our top tips for success and ask any further questions you may have regarding your child’s representation. We highly recommend all parents/guardians attend the session if you want to ensure the best chances of success for your child throughout your journey with us. To book in please refer back to the photoshoot email we sent you or contact us via email.
SET UP YOUR CHILD’S FINANCIALS
Now that your child is represented by Bubblegum, you will need to apply for your child’s TFN and set up a bank account in their name. Please note, that if your child is under 15 years old, you will need to get a paper copy from the post office or news agency. There is NO minimum age requirement for a TFN. The bank account MUST be in your child’s name. To learn more about why your child needs a TFN and how to do this click here.
WHAT DO I NEED TO DO NEXT?
Once you have been granted access to your Syngency and Casting Networks profiles, you can update your child’s measurements, skills and details. Make sure you update both portals. To maximise your child’s potential, be sure to update their profiles at least every three months with information such as physical attributes, measurements, skills, work experience (if any) and the dates your child is unavailable for work.
We really can’t stress how important it is to update these two platforms. We have seen too many kids miss out on some great opportunities because of incorrect information or forgetting to let us know that they were either unavailable or back in town from a holiday. We have feedback from the casting directors themselves that they are skipping kids that don’t have these details on their profiles.
We have developed step-by-step instructions on how to update your profiles for both Syngency and Casting Networks, you can view these at the following:
Syngency for Beginners. A Step-by-Step Guide
Casting Networks for Beginners - A Step-by-Step Guide
RESHOOTING AFTER A YEAR
Usually the younger the child is, the faster their features and measurements change. After 12 months your child can look quite different. The casting directors need to see photos that are as close to reality as we can get. It would be unacceptable to attend an audition looking very different from your headshots. Therefore, our team will need to reshoot your child’s headshots after a year.
WE LOVED THE PHOTOSHOOT! CAN WE DO ANOTHER ONE?
Yes, you can book a separate editorial photoshoot with our Head of Photography! The headshots you shot today are very strong and serve a different purpose than the editorial shots would. These photoshoots do come at an additional cost, but will help your child with on set (studio) experience with a professional photographer and it gives them a well-rounded portfolio.
The editorial sessions are perfect for those looking to get some dedicated experience in front of the camera, create a portfolio to advance their career, and have photos you can treasure and share with friends and family. Our editorial sessions are aimed at aspiring models out there looking to gain some experience with our professional photographer as well as anyone that wants to learn how to pose and express themselves in front of the camera.
The Editorial Photography package includes:
A 90 minute one-on-one session with a professional photographer
Three distinct looks to build versatility in your portfolio
25 retouched portfolio ready digital images
Gain experience in studio and on location
If interested, please enquire with the Head of Photography to book an editorial photoshoot by emailing casting@bubblegumcasting.com.au with an email subject line of 'Attn: Head of Photography - Re: Editorial Photoshoot Request.'
