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Chapter 47 Foreign Models, Domestic Models, and Unofficial Models.

"Of course we won't care."

Lin Qingsong watched Elena exercising on the gym equipment ahead of him and said in a relaxed tone:

“The cases I’m working on now are not in the same category as the cases handled by the company. The company takes a high-end approach, and the models are paid by the hour. My private cases, on the other hand, take a mid-to-low-end approach, and the models are paid by the day.”

"Isn't your company worried that you'll introduce models paid by the day to other companies in order to make more money?" Shen Xingyu asked with a hint of curiosity.

Although she is a company owner, she is about the same age as Lin Qingsong.

In order to maintain the image of their boss at work, they have to maintain a serious and unsmiling demeanor in public.

But deep down, she's just like any other girl her age—she loves excitement and gossip about everything in the entertainment industry. She even has a separate account on her phone specifically for following gossip.

Although the modeling industry that Lin Qingsong is in is different from that of TV and movie stars, it is just as attractive to her.

In addition, her relationship with Lin Qingsong was rather complicated. They weren't particularly close, having only known each other for less than half a month, but they weren't exactly strangers either, since they had met each other's parents and pretended to be boyfriend and girlfriend.

Therefore, Shen Xingyu would slightly shed her usual pretense in front of Lin Qingsong.

"These models who are paid by the day are generally referred to as 'wild models' in the industry."

“For most cases that require professional models, they will not choose to work with amateur models, especially foreign amateur models. Domestic amateur models are better off; many domestic amateur models live more comfortably than contracted models.”

Lin Qingsong's words made Shen Xingyu even more curious: "I can barely understand the foreign freelance models, after all, if there are any conflicts involving foreigners, it's not easy to communicate without an agency. But why are domestic contracted models not as good as freelance models?"

Looking at Shen Xingyu's curious face, Lin Qingsong was slightly surprised. He hadn't expected her to be curious about these things. However, it wasn't anything secret, and since there was nothing else to do, he simply explained:

"Besides the issue of foreign models not having agencies, another very important thing is that they don't have Z visas, which are also known as work visas!"

“Many of these foreign models are on tourist or student visas, and some may even be illegally staying in the country. If no one checks, it's fine, but if they do, it will be troublesome.”

"Of course, that's only one reason. Another reason is that without a management company, no one will take responsibility for her mistakes. What if they're late? What if they don't cooperate on set or cause trouble?"

Shen Xingyu nodded slightly: "I understand a little. The main issue is the risk, right? So why are domestic freelance models sometimes more comfortable than contracted models?"

It was rare for anyone to ask these questions, so Lin Qingsong took a sip of water and explained to Shen Xingyu:

"First of all, 'wild model' is not a derogatory term. It is just an adjective that describes a person who does not have an agent or agency."

“Domestic models don’t have to worry about visa issues. Secondly, it’s not that domestic models are better, but that there are limitations to signing models.”

"Many agencies sign fixed-term contracts with models, prohibiting them from taking on any activities outside of the agency's arrangements. In such cases, if the agency runs into trouble, you'll be left starving."

"In addition, domestic freelance models sometimes accumulate some resources and can also act as agents to earn some commission, so they can earn even more."

At this point, Lin Qingsong paused and continued:
"Another point is that payment delays are a serious problem in our industry, but there is often an unspoken rule that the more money involved, the slower the payment will be, and the less money involved, the faster the payment will be."

"Because they are cheap, most freelance models will settle their fees on the spot. So, in many cases, as long as a freelance model in China has a wide network and stays in the industry for a long time, he or she can live a pretty good life."

Shen Xingyu clicked her tongue in amazement and said, "I didn't know there were so many intricacies in your industry." "Of course, if you break down this industry, there are print models, runway models, and special models such as lingerie models, hand models, leg models, foot models, fitting models, and so on."

As Lin Qingsong spoke, he thought of the upcoming Shanghai Fashion Week and couldn't help but invite her with a smile, "Sister Yu, are you interested in walking the runway? The fashion week will start casting models soon. If you're interested, I can bring you to watch one."

"Huh? You mean an interview?" Shen Xingyu asked, slightly surprised. "Can I go?"

Although she was invited by the brand to attend fashion week, she was always just an audience member and felt bored.

Therefore, I only went once and never went again.

Now that Lin Qingsong has invited her to attend the fashion week auditions, it has piqued her curiosity again.

This is clearly more interesting than watching a show that's been well-directed.

"Of course you can go." Lin Qingsong looked Shen Xingyu up and down and said with a smile, "If you're interested, I can even put you in the modeling team so you can experience walking the runway."

He wasn't joking; Shen Xingyu's figure is better than most models.

Especially those long legs, they're absolutely stunning.

"I'd rather not walk the runway, but if I could go to an audition, I'd really like to."

Although Shen Xingyu was genuinely tempted, after all, what little girl doesn't dream of walking the runway and becoming a glamorous supermodel when she grows up?

But she's grown up now and is the owner of a company. If she gets caught, it will not only affect how others perceive her, but also the company's image.

Lin Qingsong noticed her hesitation and secretly noted it down. Then he smiled and said to Shen Xingyu, "Sure, the fashion week interviews will probably last for several months. I'll let you know in advance."

Because the big boss, Shen Xingyu, was present.

She makes many decisions on her own.

The filming progress can be described as rapid.

Around 8 p.m., the entire promotional video, along with several still photos, was completely filmed.

Not only did it not time out, it even went slightly ahead of the time specified in the script.

"Qingsong, next Monday morning at nine o'clock, have your company's finance department check the bank account." Shen Xingyu called out to Lin Qingsong, who was about to leave: "I will arrange for someone to transfer the money to you as soon as possible."

She raised an eyebrow and said, "How about that? I settled the payment quickly, didn't I?"

"Sister Yu, I signed a contract with the production company." Lin Qingsong said, somewhat grateful but still helplessly:
"Even if you want to make payment, you have to pay the production company first, and then they will settle the payment with me. No matter how quick you are to settle the payment, it's useless if they drag their feet."

P.S.: Since some readers may not be familiar with the modeling industry, I will briefly explain what it entails.

Additionally, the update time has now been adjusted to midnight and 8 AM.

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