Models
SOC Code: 41-9012Also known as:
Agent Model, Art Class Model, Art Model, Artist's Model, Character Impersonator
Median Annual Salary
$89,990
-0.5% growth (2024-2034)
1K
Openings/Year
7K
Current Jobs
What Models Do
Model garments or other apparel and accessories for prospective buyers at fashion shows, private showings, or retail establishments. May pose for photos to be used in magazines or advertisements. May pose as subject for paintings, sculptures, and other types of artistic expression.
💰 Salary
$89,990
Median annual wage (2024)
📈 Job Growth
-0.5%
Little or no change
🎓 Education
No formal educational credential
Typical entry-level requirement
🚀 Annual Openings
1K
Projected average per year
Employment Projections (2024-2034)
Current Employment (2024)
6,700
Projected Employment (2034)
6,700
Related Careers
Craft artists
$38,480 •
+2.1% growth
Fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators
$60,560 •
-1.2% growth
Photographers
$42,520 •
+1.8% growth
Costume attendants
$54,810 •
+5.9% growth
Makeup artists, theatrical and performance
$50,280 •
+8.1% growth
Top Skills Required
Social Perceptiveness
Active Listening
Speaking
Critical Thinking
Coordination
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
- Pose for artists and photographers.
Technology & Tools
📚 Entry-Level Education
No formal educational credential
Most common requirement
🎯 Recommended Education
High School Diploma
O*NET recommended level
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do models make?
The median annual salary for models is $89,990.
What education do models need?
Most models positions require a no formal educational credential.
Is becoming models a good career choice?
Models is projected to see -0.5% job growth from 2024 to 2034,
which reflects some decline in the field. With approximately 1,200 job openings expected annually,
there are good opportunities for those entering the field.
What are the best colleges for models?
The best colleges offer strong programs in related fields with experienced faculty and industry connections.
What other job titles are similar to models?
Models may also be known as: Agent Model, Art Class Model, Art Model, Artist's Model, Character Impersonator, Clothes Model, Fashion Model, Figure Model, Fine Arts Model, Fit Model, Fitness Model, Floor Model, Freelance Model, Hand Model, Hat Model, Influencer, Life Drawing Model, Male Model, Model, Model Builder.
These titles often refer to similar roles with varying responsibilities or specializations.