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Last Updated: Dec 29, 2011 - 2:18:31 AM |
Caribbeans Next Top Model Teaser from CaribeNTM on Vimeo.
Port of Spain, TRINIDAD -
Led by Wendy Fitzwilliam (Head Judge & Executive Producer), the Top Model team launched their quest to find the
Caribbean’s Next Top Model at the Hilton Trinidad Ballroom Foyer. Executive Producer Ian Royer announced that casting is officially open for any young woman between the ages of 18 to 27 who stands 5’7” and taller. He also announced the permanent judging panel for the show would also include Richard Young, a fashion veteran who has carved a pronounced niche in the fashion industry across the region; Australian Photographer Pedro Virgil who has worked on Australia’s Next Top Model and shot for magazines such as Australian Vogue and Sports Illustrated, with a rotating 4th judge who would be a regional or international fashion authority.
It was also revealed that the show, unlike its counterparts, will focus each season on a specific island from its over 30 country cache (covering the English, French and Dutch Caribbean, Costa Rica and the Dominican Republic). Trinidad & Tobago was chosen as the first host country for the franchise and has already received an endorsement from the Trinidad & Tobago Film Company who will support this endeavor.
Executive Producer Dionyse Fitzwilliam stated that even though the primary focus was to find the next “It” girl in the fashion world, the production is also driven to help create a booming Fashion Industry and a competitive Film and Television market place. Capitalizing on the expert guidance of their partners CBS International and the producers of America’s Next Top Model, the production will use local Film & Supporting Crews with the intent to raise the bar in local production.
Left to Right – Ian Royer Executive Producer, Richard Young – Judge, Wendy Fitzwilliam- Host & Executive Producer, Dionyse Fitzwilliam – Executive Producer
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She emphasised the potential of this project by stating: "The Caribbean must be effectively branded to be a significant player on a global scale and CaribeNTM provides a powerful platform to monetize the cultural value of our brand." Richard Young defined the beauty of showcasing our talent and enforced the potential of the Caribbean market by saying:-“The only way we can appreciate our Caribbean Style is if we present it to them”
Wendy Fitzwilliam declared “I will be the Drill Sergeant” and has committed herself to ensuring the franchise produces a girl capable of being successful in the competitive field of Modelling. She is very confident that talent is abundant in the region and is excited to finding fresh faces while producing great television.
The producers begin their quest for models in Barbados this Sunday when they attend the official casting for Barbados’ Fashion Week were they will be hosted by Barbadian Fashion expert Rodney Powers.
For more about the show, entry requirements and eligibility for models visit www.cnexttopmodel.com
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