Who Wants to be a Star Children should not become discouraged because of their physical appearance. Traditional American beauty isn’t necessary to be a success. JJ says of her management agency, Go Talent in LA, “We’re looking for twins, triplets, kids from diverse ethnic backgrounds, thin, fat, short, tall – unique.” Learn from JJ Minnick of Go Talent what it takes to make it in the "biz". |
Tools of the Trade So, do you need an agent? Most likely. Do you need a manager? That’s one you’ll have to think about. Knowing what these professionals offer, and understanding your options, are steps toward success. Learn what these two professionals do, how much their services cost, and how they could help you and your child. |
Parent Resources for Showbiz Kids Whether you know nothing or think you know it all, take a moment to look at the legal and financial side of the entertainment business for your child's career. As parent and trustee for your child, it’s your responsibility to know the ropes. |
 | Sacrificing for Your Star Do you as a parent fully understand the supporting role they you must play in your child’s career? Before gorging yourself on success, though, seriously consider this: Are you ready to be the parent of a child star? |
 | Pageant Basics: What Pageant Judges Look For The pageant judge holds your golden ticket. If your child can impress the judges, he or she is a shoe in to win! Problem is, how are you supposed to know what the judges are looking for? Click to find out. |
 | Baby Pageant Basics: Who’s Essential Pageantry can be as big or small as you make it. If you want home-spun fun, a small, local pageant is a good choice. The bigger the pageant, the more it will cost, and the more time will have to be devoted to practice and preparation. So, if you’re thinking about stepping up a level, what should you expect? |
 | Pageantry Then and Now Pageantry is not what the media wants the public to believe. According to a pageant insider for more than 30 years, pageants are turning a focus to the natural child, and looking to personality even more than beauty. |
 | Modeling Schools The two big, national modeling schools in the US are Barbizon Modeling and Acting Centers and John Robert Powers School System. Graduates of these schools have mixed feelings about their modeling alma maters. Find out more about these type of modeling schools... |
 | The Basics: What Parents Should Know About Baby Pageantry The glory, the fame, the fun! Now that you are the proud parent of the most beautiful and outgoing child on the planet, if not the universe, and you’re thinking, “Hey, my kid could win a pageant!”, the question is, where to start? |
 | The Basics: How to Find Great Pageants With you’re child’s tiny hand in yours, you’re ready to take the leap into pageantry. However, you want the experience to be positive, so finding the right pageants is an essential first step. Find out how to make sure the contests you choose are right for you and your child.
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 | Best and Worst: National Modeling Contests If you think your baby has what it takes to win national baby photo contests, you need to know where to find them and which ones are reputable. Ratemybabypics.com has the inside scoop for parents. |
 | The Search for Child Modeling Opportunities in Texas Gabrielle has been modeling for three years now. Though only five years old, Gabrielle has already won Halloween costume contests the last two years in a row, and has had a chance to meet and talk with Charlie’s Angels icon, Jaclyn Smith. Read more about Gabrielle's journey. |