Model Productions, as a company, was designed to be the “white hats” of the modeling and talent search industry. We provide an opportunity for almost anyone to show off their talent regardless of age, race, sex, and yes, physical appearance. The “Model Productions Experience” provides every contestant with an emotionally rewarding and educational stage experience in front of an audience which helps them develop a more positive self image and builds confidence and self esteem. Everyone is treated with the utmost of respect and given as much encouragement as times allows. I am Bill Waldbueser, Founder and President of Model Productions. I am retired as a lieutenant colonel from the US Army. I learned many years ago, as an officer for 21 years, that the direction and responsibility of any organization rests on the shoulders of the leader. That’s why I have chosen to address this young writer’s comments.
I was greeted this morning by an email from Mr. Model Talent Truth (MTT) challenging me to read his posting on this site. I have read it and will to shed some light on the issues he addressed.
First, I am addressing the accusations. Second, I will present our Business Philosophy that has resulted in two decades of satisfied and even elated customers. NOTE: We have only recently opened up a website for contestants and their families to write what “the Experience” meant to them. Please go to www.ModelProductionsTestimonials.com to read lots of uplifting reports by real people who experienced the process and who saw the value in our production. And lastly, I will address MTT’s judgmental remarks directed to degrade and cut down my family.
First, understand that since we have hired (and released) only people in their 20s, MTT has fewer years on earth, than I personally have in the modeling and talent industry. I can say “with 100% confidence” that Model Productions does not mislead anyone at any time. The mandatory, scripted introduction from the stage is supposed to be (if the show directors follow their audition script), “Ladies and Gentlemen, today’s audition is not designed as a competition between the contestants here today. We want every one of you to be able to participate in the final event. It is more like when you go to get your Driver’s License - it is ‘PASS’ or ‘FAIL and come back when you are better prepared.’ We are looking for you to display self confidence and poise. This elimination process is not a beauty pageant. We are grading your talent and personality not physical appearance. Now …..”
Secondly, I am continuing by including a letter I wrote to a person last year, who had questions about our business. As a graduate of West Point; the United States Military Academy, where the importance of honor and integrity is greatly valued, learned and practiced, I believe that “a good name is more valuable than much wealth.” This was my answer to him.
“Model Productions has been in business for over 25 years. We started our company because of our intense desire to be the "white hats" in the modeling industry. We are here for two reasons; to give people an opportunity to experience being a model in a fashion show and to help people get into the industry without having to pay an outlandish amount of money.
In the 1980s, just like today, there were numerous modeling schools, photographers, conventions, model searches, pageants, and pseudo-agencies that were telling people that "their companies" are the way to become a "rich and famous model or movie star." Often these individuals and other companies were charging at least $500, many charged over $1, 000, and some charged up to $10, 000 for their services.
After many years in the industry my wife, Carolyn, and I came to realize that becoming a hugely successful professional model was a "one in 10, 000 chance." But there is a place in the industry for almost anyone with the desire to be part of the business, whether it's in front of the camera, behind the scenes or building the scenes.
We also found that there are a whole lot of people; kids, teens and adults that wanted to test their skills or show off their talents on our stage. Very similar to the fact that every child that enjoys participating in little league sports doesn't become a pro baseball, football, or basketball player; the same is true in this business. Just like every child gymnast, teen skier or adult runner doesn't make it to the Olympics not every person with the desire becomes a real model. However, Model Productions gives everyone an opportunity to live out their dream on our stage for one day.
Model Productions gives everyone the opportunity to participate in an event that combines a model search, a photo shoot, and a pageant, all for only $150. The contestants receive a Model Search Winner's T-shirt, a CD of color pictures with the copyright release, and participation in a fun and exciting event.
Many of the contestants will, in the end, win the opportunity to go to our website for one year for free and find real modeling and acting auditions for professional jobs. This gives most contestants a one year extracurricular activity, where they get to go on auditions to further test their potential for the industry and learn about an industry they think they would like to someday be part of. Model Productions' value can be matched by no other company. There are many scams in our industry, but as you see, Model Productions cannot be included in that group.
Thank you, Sir, for your time expended to read this explanation. Please free to send it to anyone that needs this information. We are committed, as always, to continue providing the best product at a fair price.”
Lastly, as a father of 5, I want to address the “cut down” of my children in MTT’s supposedly “words to the wise/complaint/whatever.” Who judges a person’s worth by the years spent or not spent in “formal” schooling, or their spelling or grammar; and places their names on the internet, as people not as good as others? My wife and I raised our five children to value character, discipline, and hard work. I honestly care more about whether they are good husbands and wives, good fathers and mothers; loving, kind and personable human beings. I have always trained them that God doesn’t care about their job or profession or not even their SAT scores. Most readers will I’m sure agree the me.
I apologize for such a long letter, but the TRUTH needed to be told.
Respectfully,
Bill Waldbueser |
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