What to Bring to the Expo





50 Headshots or composite cards (either or both are acceptable). Refer to Printing Services for headshot or composite card orders. Resume must be attached to back of headshots only. Resume must be on 8 X 10 paper. Bring 25 copies. If you need an example, please contact your director.

Bring 4 to 6 Enlargements (9 X 12 no borders), laser copies are okay. This only applies to models purchasing portfolio books from ITA.

9" X 12" Portfolio book (Must be ordered at initial registration. Cost is $40, Cash Only- no credit cards or checks and will be delivered in Dallas.)

Blue jeans (well fitted) pants, or shorts to wear with agency t shirt (t-shirt provided at expo).


Glue stick and scissors (do not carry in hand luggage).


Runway Audition: Please refer to Frequently Asked Questions "What To Wear Section"


Sportswear Audition: Casual wear or street wear. Please refer to Frequently Asked Questions "What To Wear Section"


Dance & Singing Auditions: Outfit of your choice. Please also see What should dancers and singers know about bringing a music CD" in the FAQ section of this website.


Swimsuit Audition: Females must wear a tasteful one or two-piece swimsuit. You may go barefoot or wear flip-flops. For males, swim trunks should be no longer than mid thigh (no jams or surfer pants). You will need a cover up or robe, however after the audition you must change as no robes or bathing suits will allowed in the hotel public areas. You must be approved by your Director to participate in this audition.


Cold Read Audition: Clothing is your choice, show your personality.


Monologue Audition: Solid color top (no black or white) no logos, patterns, or busy prints. Natural hair & makeup, no jewelry or props. Have a 60 second monologue memorized by arrival. (You can go to your local library to find one or make one up yourself). Please bring two copies of your monologue.


Shared Scene Audition: Solid color top (no white or black), no busy patterns, prints or logos on shirt, solid bottoms, rehearsed script provided by expo staff. (These scripts can be found on our website, make sure age appropriate). Please bring two copies of your script.


Body fitted clothing for the rest of the weekend. No jewelry for females with the exception of simple stud earrings.


Very natural make-up and hair for the entire weekend.