Also called: Athletic Model
Models activewear, supplements and fitness gear in photo shoots and ads for brands, and often builds a social media following around workouts.
A fitness model shoots an activewear campaign, posts workouts for followers, and stays in peak shape year-round. Many also coach or sell their own training programs.
Highly variable.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
No formal education, about 0 years after high school. No degree; you build a very fit physique and a portfolio, then sign with a modeling agency or work directly with brands.
Ways in: On-the-job training. Training cost: Under $15k.
Growing about average. Steady.
Medium risk in 5 years, high in 10. AI-generated images and avatars are starting to replace activewear and supplement ad shoots.
Classes: Physical education, Photography, Health and nutrition.
Official data: O*NET occupation 41-9012.
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