Are you an aspiring model who is interested in America’s Next Natural Model? Then read this.
What is America’s Next Natural Model?
America’s Next Natural Model is Going Natural.com‘s annual online pageant. It is very much like America’s Next Top Model but it takes place online, in a social network: Ten models are chosen to compete for the title, free products and a cash prize of $1,000.
How does the competition work?
Out of all the submissions we receive, we select ten models to compete for the title of America’s Next Natural Model, free products and a cash prize of $1,000.
As a chosen model you will receive one challenge a week and package of goodies. Think hats, glasses, hair products, accessories etc, that need to be used for your photo shoots.
After you finish your shoot you upload the photos and blog about your experience. Our members and a panel of judges will then pick a winner. The model with the least votes needs to leave the competition until the last one standing: the winner!
Who is Miss Nappturality?
Miss Nappturality is a beautiful model who takes fabulous pictures naturally. Her natural tresses are one of her assets that proudly make her stand out. She can’t wait to be the new face of the brand of a line she completely stands behind. If this is you, you should apply.
Who can join this competition?
Every woman of 16 and older with naturally nappy, coily, kinky hair can participate. You can also participate if you have locs or want to start them. If your hair is chemically relaxed and you want to join, you will have to commit to cut the relaxed part of your hair in during the competition.
What is in it for me?
Not only do you get free products and a chance to win $1,000 in cash, this can be your big break. You can become the new face of one of our sponsors and you can get a spread in a magazine.
Besides that you also get:
– Exposure. If you aspire a model carrier this is your chance. By joining the competition you can use the 8 weeks of free exposure to show the world who you are and why they would miss out if they don’t contact you.
– An opportunity to start building your own social network
What does it cost to apply?
The cost to apply for ANNM is $29.99.
Why do I have to pay to apply?
To to process your information and make sure we only get serious applications, we ask that you pay $9.99. We kept the costs this low to make is accessible to everyone.
What are the requirements?
You need to be photogenic, have a digital camera of at least 5 mp and you need to know how to upload pictures and write down your thoughts in correct English.
What are the terms and conditions?
If you are selected to compete for America’s Next Natural Model you have to commit to complete 8 challenges for 8 weeks in a row. You will receive one task by email every week. You have to complete each tasks by the next Saturday 00:00 EST. Completing a challenge includes uploading your photos and blogging about a challenge at least once a week.
Who should apply?
This pageant is for aspiring models who are serious and can use the exposure for their next step. This is not an easy competition. Not only do you have to prepare for a good photo shoot, you have to think about your approach and interpretation and make sure you deliver fabulous photos for eight weeks in a row. This is a challenge. Not for the faint-hearted.
Is professional help allowed?
Yes. You are expected to act like a top model. That means you should be professional and you are allowed to have professionals on your team: a professional photographer, (hair) stylist, makeup artist.
Interested?
If you like to be considered, please complete this form. We look forward to your application!
