COMMENTARY
Script used to describe clothes for a fashion show.

COMMERCIAL
An ad run on TV or Radio.

COMMISSION
A percentage of a model's fee that goes to the modeling agency that represents them.

COMPOSITE CARD, COMP CARD, ZED-CARD
Card with 3-5 photos of a model with their stats, used to promote by distribution.

CONTACT SHEET
A sheet containing small proofs of a shoot, usually in black & white.

COPY
Written dialog / monologue to be spoken on a commercial.

CHROMES
(see slides)

DESIGNER
Creator of the fashion collections and lines.

DRESSER
Assists models to dress behind the stage in fashion shows.

EXTRA
An acting job that requires no line delivery, but rather as a component of the setting and mood.

FITTING
Trying on clothes before a fashion show to ensure they fit properly.

FORMAL FASHION SHOW, RUNWAY SHOW
An invited audience that attends a fashion show, with models walking down the runway wearing and promoting specific fashion designer's clothing lines.

FREELANCE
Modeling without agency representation.

FULL-LENGTH SHOT
Head to toe photograph.

GO & SEE
When a model physically goes and sees a prospective client.

HAIR STYLIST
Responsible for styling and maintaining the model's hair during the shoot.

HEADSHOT
Usually a photo of head and shoulders. (sometimes a little more than shoulders)

HEADSHEET
A modeling agency's compilation of their models in some physically visual form, e.g. poster, brochure, book, etc.

HIGH FASHION
A type of model that poses for a more extreme and artistic mood.

ILLUSTRATION MODEL
A model that poses for artists, especially for figure studies (nude).

INDUSTRIAL
A production that is displayed or viewed only within a company and not for public viewing, e.g. training material or videos.

INFORMAL FASHION SHOW -
In stores or restaurants for the general public, usually no runway.

JUNIOR MODEL
A model that has a youthful look.

LIGHT METER
A device used by photographers to measure light intensity during a shoot.

LIGHT TABLE
A box with a clear surface and interior illumination used to view slides. The slides are placed along the transparent surface, while light is transmitted through the slides - rendering them bright and visible.

LINES
Delivered by a model or actor from a script.

LOCATION
A shooting area outside the studio.

LOUPE
A type of magnifier that enlarges slides or contact sheets when viewed through.

MAKEUP ARTIST
Applies and changes makeup for photo shoots.

MARKET, JOB MARKET
An area or city where there is a lot of work related to the modeling field.

MODEL BAG
A large bag to carry make-up, and various accessories needed for the shoot.

MODEL RELEASE
A contract that a model signs to grant permission to an agreed purpose of the clients. E.g. a photographer may want to exhibit a model's image within his own portfolio.

MODEL AGENCY
Represents and promotes a model, and by so doing, claims a percentage of what ever they earn.

MONOLOGUE
A scene performed by one person for a client, that reflects a particular mood and demonstrates your acting talent.

MOOD
The conveying of an emotion to enhance an image - models need to be able to act.

ONLINE PORTFOLIO
This is a webpage and/or website that can be accessed day or night from the internet containing model pictures and relevant information about the profiled model.

OPEN CALL
The client sees a number of models that suit their needs.

PRINT
A photograph printed in the print media of magazines and newspapers.

PRINT WORK
Photography taken for catalog and mail order, books, brochures, ads for magazines or newspapers, magazine covers, commercial photography for household products, business products and services, glamour products.

PRODUCER
The individual responsible for making big decisions on a day to day basis on a production.

PROMOTION
The selling and exposing of a model to enhance and further their career and work opportunities.

PROOF
A low quality reproduction of a photo to view for editing purposes.

PUBLIC RELATIONS
Creating a good image of a product or service to benefit its popularity in the eyes of the public.

RATES
Fees charged by models or photographers. Models quite often have an hourly rate depending on the nature of the modeling (the less clothes worn, the higher the price). Rates will also vary upon the popularity and demand for the model.

RUNWAY
A platform that extends towards the seated audience, on which the model walks to display the worn clothing.

SCOUT
A person that locates prospective models.

SET
The arrangement and creation of furniture and props within a studio.

SHOOT
A photo session and sometimes also used for a Video shoot..

SLATE
To state your name in front of the camera, before the beginning of a commercial audition.

SLIDES / TRANSPARENCIES
Film that is viewed over a light table in order to illuminate the images. These are positive images, as opposed to film negatives.

SOFTBOX
A tent-like device attached to a strobe to heavily diffuse light coming from the light. The result is a pleasing, soft light.

SPOKESPERSON
A person or model that is chosen to represent an organization or company in the service of explaining or promoting a product or service.

STAGE PARENT
A parent or guardian that hovers over a child during a shoot, to the detriment of the success of the project.

STATS
Statistical information of a model  (height, eyes, hair, 34B-23-34, etc.).

STORYBOARD
An illustrated representation of a frame by frame plan for a commercial.

STROBE
Flashing light units used by Photographers. They are usually reflected off umbrellas or shine through softboxes.

STYLIST
A person who ensures the model's clothing and accessories are worn properly and maintains their neatness and order.

TEARSHEET
Copy of published work placed in a model's portfolio.

TEST SHOTS
Free or low cost photography used to start a modeling portfolio or to send to a particular client for a particular job..

3/4 SHOTS
Photos from head to mid-thigh.

VOUCHER
Three-piece form with a model release on which the client notes the number of hours worked by the model. The modeling agency uses this as a billing reference.