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Starbucks will pay you up to $2,000 to work as a hand model
Have you ever looked at your hands and thought theyd be model material? Well, then you could be just what Starbucks is searching for as the coffee giant is looking for hand models for an upcoming ad campaign.
If youve been left scratching your head at the term hand model, dont worry as its fairly self-explanatory. It refers to someone who quite literally models their hands for photo and video shoots, usually in advertising campaigns for products such as nail polish or jewelry – and now, Starbucks coffee.
Starbucks is looking for hand models
Starbucks has recently posted a job advert on the casting site Backstage in an effort to find talent for its upcoming Summer campaign which is set to shoot in Los Angeles between March 25-27.
The advert lists several possible roles including starring OCP (On�Camera Principle) roles to simple Hand Model roles and Background positions – all of which say candidates must have beautiful hands, no visible tattoos on hands/arms.
Applicants should ideally be between 20-40 years old while all ethnicities, abilities, genders and body types will be considered.
For OCP roles, pay will range between $500-$2,000 for an estimated 10 hours of work (flat rate) while Hand Model roles will pay $900 and Background roles will pay $400.
However, it should be noted that models will only be paid if their images are utilized in the campaign.
Applications close on March 21, 2024, at 11:59pm PT.
How to be a hand model
If you quite like the idea of trying your hand (sorry) at hand modeling, Backstage has plenty of info on what casting directors look out for as well as hints and tips on what you can do to kickstart your career.
The site states that hand models typically have narrow, slender fingers and unspotted skin and that moles, blemishes, or irregularly shaped fingers and nails may disqualify you.
It is still possible to make a career in hand modelling if you have spotty hands but it is potentially more challenging.
In terms of an average salary, hand models earn between $25,000 to $97,500 a year, with an average of $56,791 according to ZipRecruiter while Insider Business�reports that hand models can earn anywhere between $150 to $4,000 per shoot.
Backstage says that if youre looking to begin a career as a hand model, you should regularly practice common poses and holding objects while keeping your hands still.
You should assemble a portfolio of photographs of your hands, which serve as the equivalent of actor headshots. Once youve done that, you can apply to modelling agencies and send in your portfolio.
If you do manage to book a job, Backstage recommends getting a manicure before the shoot to ensure your hands are in tip-top condition.
And of course, its good practice to look after your hands in everyday life, whether thats by using skincare products, having a good health and hygiene routine, or by passing on activities that could potentially damage your hands.
