good nite sms: Dreamheart Spotlight #18

Thursday 3 May 2012

Dreamheart Spotlight #18

After a one week hiatus, Dreamheart Spotlight returns with a feature of an ambitious fashion model with visionary ideas. "My goal is to create a brand that will expand my opportunities in this industry as well as create opportunities for the next model, fashion designer, fashion marketer, etc", said 26 year old, Alexcina (aspiring model and entrepreneur from Georgia.). "Its not all about me so its great to be in a position to provide a path that others can follow."

Alexcina is not signed to an agency and is in search of representation to help out with booking and more exposure to industry professionals. "I see myself progressing into a mogul in this field, setting the standards for newer generations," she said. "I NEVER stop dreaming no matter my current circumstances."

"Modeling has always been a dream of mine but one major thing I lacked growing up was the confidence to put myself out there. One day I made a decision to go after this dream. I booked my first photo shoot just to see if I was any good in front of the camera, and to network. The process was a little nerve racking because I thought I didn’t do a good job but once I saw the photos I KNEW that I belonged in the modeling world."

Even with quite the impressive portfolio, Alexcina still maintains her zest. "I love this career because it gives me a chance to live a dream, bring a positive black face to the modeling world, show a business side of the modeling industry, and branch out into other arenas within the entertainment industry such as acting, hosting, fashion, as well as spokes models/ambassador for social causes", she said.

This young business woman has a bachelor’s degree in Marketing, a Master’s in Entertainment management, and juggles other ventures off the catwalk. "Paina B Music Marketing is a company I started back in Dec 2010 to provide strategic marketing activities to indie and upcoming artists. I feel that executives should step up to the plate and do the leg work to get quality music to listeners versus chasing after the latest trend for a quick dollar.

BRASH! – A Music Marketing Blog is an added element to Paina B Music Marketing that I started back in August to provide artists with marketing tips/ideas to help them out until they are able to afford professionals in this area. I’ve also started a monthly “Artist Spotlight” segment on the blog to promote GREAT artists whom are often over looked and/or need that media exposure to get them to their desired level.

Both the blog and the company have been a great success so far and I’m looking to do amazing things in the remainder of this year."

Alexcina's availability for modeling projects is limited during the weekdays due to her full time career; however her schedule is flexible on weekends for projects, shoots, events, as well as traveling. When Alexcina's not posing for the cameras or helping Indie artist gain exposure, you can find her on late nights dancing in her living room to relieve stress.