DFW Model Workshop will have a new structure this spring

Twice a year, whenever Denver Fashion Week comes, aspiring models can follow a workshop led by Runway producer Nikki Strickler.

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Traditionally, this event is a lecture-based workshop on navigating the various avenues of modeling within the fashion industry. The workshop typically includes material on auditions and ends with an interactive opportunity for participants to walk the catwalk – complete with personalized suggestions from Strickler.

For Denver Fashion Week Spring ’24, this workshop will look slightly different.

This year, some members of the DFW team will provide a balanced lesson on everything it is necessary to be a model in the modern world beyond the catwalk.

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While that will happen still features Strickler’s hands-on runway lesson To achieve the perfect, confident walk, participants will also receive insight and advice from a range of industry professionals, including lectures from Creative director of Denver Fashion Week David Rossa And Social media manager, fashion editor And DFW co-producer, Lauren Lippert.

Rossa and Lippert will assist Strickler provide participants with best practices for runway modeling, how to be prepared for castings And auditions, how to use social media as a tool to boost modeling careersAnd tips and tricks for photo shoots And wallets.

The decision to change the structure of the workshop comes after years of experience.

Strickler has been involved with Denver Fashion Week since 2013 and is very familiar with how the workshop has traditionally been run. With the new structure of the workshop she hopes to provide aspiring models with a balanced approach to all facets of modeling – all of whom will leave with real, practical tips for successfully managing a career in the industry.

That’s why Strickler wants that too ensure a productive experience for each participant, even if they have attended the workshop before.

“I have my favorite tips for beginner models which I think everyone should know when they first step foot in the fashion industry, but I think IIt is important to offer differently structured content so that the class can continue to be a learning experience for models who want to take the workshop more than once,” Strickler said. “These changes keep things interesting for model returnswhile still being helpful to those who join us for the first time.”

With a long history with Denver Fashion Week, Strickler is uniquely qualified to lead the DFW workshop. Now the Runway Producer of the event, Strickler has been with the DFW team since it was just a weekend-long event.

In 2013, Strickler booked her very first modeling job at Denver Fashion Week. After modeling in LA for a few years she moved back to Denver and started working as a model coordinator for four seasons before acting as Runway Producer.

Now, Strickler uses her modeling expertise and insider knowledge of Denver Fashion Week to help other models succeed in Denver and the greater fashion industry.

“Denver Fashion Week is a show that has always been close to my heart. I truly believe my love for the fashion industry started when I started modeling at DFW,” Strickler shared. “It was an honor to contribute to the Denver fashion scene. I believe it is my calling to guide aspiring models and creatives through this industry.”

And she’s not alone in this endeavor: For this spring’s modeling workshop, she’s teaming up with two of DFW’s key players for a well-rounded talk on every aspect of modern modeling.

Rossa is often behind the scenes as a photographer and videographerputting together the footage for Denver Fashion Week, such as the video scene before each show, putting together the promo shoot, and creating the flyer that will be on everyone’s seats.

His expertise in conducting major fashion campaigns and his years of experience make him the perfect candidate to teach models the ins and outs of photo shoots.

Rossa is cared for during the workshop best practices for posing during shoots And general photoshoot etiquette. Are insights behind the scenes will equip aspiring models with the know-how and confidence to participate in large-scale or small-scale shoots.

In addition to fashion editor of 303 Magazine and co-producer of DFW, Lippert also manages Fashion Week’s magazine and social media. This has allowed her to see all sides of the biennial fashion event and apply that to creating social media content.

From creating Instagram REELS to filming each runway segment live, Lippert’s understanding of social media goes beyond traditional posts. During the workshop she will apply this knowledge through explanation how models can use social media to create a cohesive brand and maintain a living portfolio of work. She will also recommend apps and features that you can use as tools.

Lippert, Rossa and Stricker will do that together provide a workshop that delves into the intricacies of not only modeling, but the fashion industry as a whole. With their combined wealth of knowledge, the workshop participants have the opportunity to learn from all angles – something that Strickler emphasizes is the key to success in the sector.

“Education is the key to success in anything. The DFW workshop is the perfect place for everyone to learn,” said Strickler. “From experienced models who want to come and work on their craft, to someone who has never modeled a day in their life and just wants to try something new — I can assure you it will be a positive, fun experience.”

The DFW Spring Model Industry Workshop will take place on Monday, May 13 at 6:00 PM. Location to be determined. Tickets can be purchased here.