I started modeling at 14 Ft Ruth Vader

We sat down with a seasoned top model Ruth Vader to talk about what it really takes to build a career in modeling  beyond the glam.From how she got started, to handling rejection, navigating body standards, and the realities of pricing and agency representation, this is an honest and unfiltered conversation every aspiring model and fashion lover needs to hear.She opens up about wearing outfits she’s not comfortable in, and what brands need to understand about models  especially when it comes to representation and plus-size modeling.If you’ve ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes in the modeling industry, this episode is for you.Watch till the end for her advice to young models.Like, comment and subscribe for more conversations.--- TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Intro 01:04 – How Ruth got started as a model 02:50 – Types of modeling and niches 05:55 – Should new models join an agency 06:15 – Representation in the modeling industry 09:02 – Handling rejection 09:45 – Pressure to look a certain way 10:30 – Do Nigerian models get international recognition 13:30 – Credit Direct Hype  15:27 – Pricing and how much models earn 16:30 – Campaigns you didn’t like 17:10 – Wearing outfits you’re not comfortable in 20:22 – Turning down shoots 22:50 – Modeling schools vs agencies 27:39 – Advice to aspiring models 32:07 – Being a plus-size model experience 32:58 – What models want brands to understandLet’s connect — follow me across all social platforms for more.#TheFashionRoundtable #ModelingInNigeria #FashionIndustry #ModelLife #PlusSizeModelInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/gbemioo/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@gbemioo?_r=1&_t=ZS-95BEyPb2vfM