Ocean Model Group is a Chicago's premier promotional staffing and modeling agency servicing models for trade shows, promotional models, product models, events & club models

1. Your recognized at all the local clubs.
2. Everything in your closet has a logo on it.
3. All your friends are models too.
4. You live off of all your freebees you get from your last tradeshow.
5. When your working every single day of the week.
6. Your phone is blowing up with phone calls from companies all across the US.
7. You get into all the big events…b/c your working.
8. Every photographer in Chicago wants to shoot you.
9. Your savings account is overflowing with money
10. You get into all the VIP areas at big events.

1. Be on time.
2. Act passionate about what you’re showing.
3.  Treat everyone with respect.
4. Good Skin/natural makeup. Read more »

This week Ocean Model Group has chosen another hot Chicago model to be displayed as our model of the week. Amanda Marie is gorgeous and experienced in print, promotional and runway. This girl has it all. Read more »

Its our favorite time of the week here at Ocean Model Group– model of the week. This is the day we celebrate what makes our favorite trade show and promotional models unique! Read on to find out more about this weeks celebrated model–Masha!

1. What is your favorite thing about the modeling industry?
The opportunity to meet and network with new and interesting people; the opportunity to communicate with a variety of people and being able to pass on the client’s/brand’s message to their customers.

2. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
I see myself working for a big PR/Marketing firm, helping thousands of executives/companies find their niche PR strategies and create fabulous marketing plans that will make them famous.

3. What is the most expensive thing you own?
Used to be my car, but living in the city, I don’t really need one. Plus, I personally do not like expensive things, I go for the bargains, however because of the harsh winters here in Chicago, I do have a pretty expensive coat to keep me warm.

4. How did you get started in the modeling industry and how long have you been involved?
A while back in middle school school, when someone said I had a nice smile and I would be great on camera. It’s been 10 years.

5. Single or taken?
Taken  He is wonderful.

6. Name 3 things you never leave the house without.
Phone, camera, action!

7. What’s something we would never know by looking at you?
I was born in a Muslim country called Uzbekistan, but I’m not Muslim and I speak fluent Russian

8. What is the worst modeling job that you have had?
Handing out samples on the street during one of the brutal Chicago winters

9. Any hobbies?
I used to be a dancer, but priorities took over. I do Pilates and yoga religiously; it’s a great way to tone your body AND feel refreshed and relaxed. I also LOVE the nature and anything that has to do with it, so hiking, camping, rollerblading, biking, swimming and more is my favorite thing to do.

10. Favorite “It” girl?
I would say Madonna, because she was able to last all these years and not go out of style. That’s a LONG trend!

11. Best Chicago Bar?
I’m more into clubs, so I would say Climax is my favorite spot.

12.What do you spend all of your money on?
Rent

13. Favorite celebrity?
McDreamy aka Patrick Dempsey.

14. If you had a million dollars what is the first thing that you would buy?
A condo on the 35th floor with one side of the house facing the lake and sunrise and the other facing west and sundown.

15. Favorite place to shop?
H&M

16. Where is your dream vacation destination?
Can think of so many: Hawaii, Europe, Brazil and the list goes on

17. Modeling is a competitive industry, how do you set yourself apart from other models?
My unforgettable, bubbly and chatty personality.

18. Most memorable pick up line?
I barely get those anymore, but the one I remember is “Apart from being sexy, what do you do for a living?”

19. Explain your best date.
Spend a nice sunny day rollerblading near the North Beach, take a dip in the Lake Michigan, lay out and tan, have lunch and cocktails out in the patio, then come back for a nice dinner, watch the sunset, take a barefoot walk on the beach and waltz to the sounds of the wave, then lay out on the sand and look up in the starry sky trying to find and guess all the constellations.

20. Ever hooked up with anyone famous?
I plead the 5th

When working as a model for a Chicago modeling agency this summer it’s very important to look like you’re on top for the fashion world. With the launch of the new Sex and the City movie girls are Read more »

There are many different types of Chicago modeling agencies– some that specialize in print, some in runway, and some, like Ocean Model Group, that specialize in trade shows and promotions. Read more »

Ocean Model Group, Chicago’s premier modeling agency is pleased to present you with another one of Chicago’s hottest trade show models. This week, its Adrienne Burgos, seasoned model and professional in the Chicago area. We’ve asked her 20 of the hottest questions we could think of! Enjoy.

1.      What is your favorite thing about the modeling industry? The
People you meet along the way. Least favorite? The inconsistency.

2.      What’s the most romantic thing that a guy has ever done for
you? My boyfriend made my last birthday the most memorable birthday I
have ever had. He took me to lunch at the Signature Room and surprised
with thoughtful meaningful gifts and champagne and a crème bruele
cake. He then took me to a romantic dinner and again surprised me by
taking me to a dance studio for a private dance lesson. And the night
went on with more romance and sweet gifts.

3.      Its Saturday night? what would you be doing? Honestly,
probably eating an awesome dinner, bowling, or playing CRANIUM with
friends.

4.      Most embarrassing moment? I dont embarrass easily because I
am always doing silly things so people expect it from me.
5.      Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Owning my own business
or inventing something fabulous.

6.      Most prized possession? My family

7.      What is the most expensive thing you own? My car
8.      Dogs or cats? I have three dogs Rottweiler, English Bulldog,
and Pomeranian.

9.      Single or taken? Very taken, wouldn?t have it any other way.

10.  Best modeling job ever? Why? I just did a photo shoot that was
pussy cat doll themed, that was fun and every girl likes to dress up
and be sexy.
11.  Biggest mistake? Too many to choose from, but I always learn from them.
12.  Dream job? Victoria Secrets Model, and owning multiple business?s.
13.  Hobbies? I love doing athletic activities, horseback ridding,
swimming, dancing, graphic design, any sort of design.

14.  Name 3 things you never leave the house without. Purse, phone, to
do list.
15.  If you could get up and leave the city right now where would you
go? Hollywood! Or anywhere in California.
16.  If you could be anyone else for the day who would it be? Oprah.
17.  Hottest celebrity? No one is hotter than my boyfriend, but Kelly
Ripas husband is pretty hot.
18.  Worst habit? Sleeping in.
19.  T.V. show that you cant miss? Rob and Big, Hilarious!
20.  Whats something we would never know by looking at you? I am half
tom-boy and I am an inventor. =)

There are so many Chicago Modeling Agencies out there, how do you know which one to ally yourself with? There are some that specialize in performing talent, some that specialize in high fashion runway, and some that specialize in trade shows and promotions.

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Our featured model this week is Maria. She just turned 21 and is ready to hit the clubs. Keep your eye out for this polish hottie!! Read more »

I know that we focus on Chicago’s female models a lot but we can’t forget about all of the male models out there.  When I think of promotions I think of attractive, smart girls working at a trade show, street promotion, convention, or bar/club but lately more guys have become involved. Read more »