If you’re tempted by the idea of being a cam model, you probably have lots of questions before you get started. Here’s everything you need to know to make sure you’re right for this job.
Cam Model: What is it?
Being a model on a sexcams site consists of offering sexy shows live via a webcam. These shows are viewed by visitors called viewers from their computer. They can pay by tips or give you tips to get some action (undress, caress you …) or request a private show that will be paid by the minute. Basically, it’s about having sex in front of a live camera for strangers. Make sure to do research so you can learn more about the terminology used in the world of camming.
How much can I earn?
Many fantasies surround the camming industry, including how much you can make. Beginners typically make between 20 and 40 € per hour if they’re putting on quality shows (and using quality equipment). It will depend on your involvement and the number of hours you spend on it. Of course, this figure can rise much higher with experience and notoriety, but can also stagnate if you take days off. You’ll learn more about the pay of cam models here.
What are the legal criteria?
There are very few conditions to becoming a cam model. From a legal point of view, you must be of age, of course. Beyond that, no experience (and no diploma either) are required, there is no age limit, it is open to all, from 18 to 99 years! There is something for everyone: whether you are hetero, homo, trans, couple, several … there is room for everyone on camming sites, some are even dedicated to a particular category.
There is especially no physical criteria to being a cam model. Whether you are small, tall, blonde, brown, red, with small breasts, scars, stretch marks … Physical appearance does not matter. Everyone has different tastes so there is something for everyone. Beyond your physical appearance, it is your confidence in yourself and your sex appeal that will make the difference.
Forget all your little flaws and be comfortable with your body in front of the camera, it will be felt in the quality of your shows and that is what counts. The viewers who like you, will stay, and if they don’t, they’ll move on to another show. So, you can feel secure knowing that the people who stay are completely interested in you and your show.
What equipment do I need?
To start, no need to invest in expensive equipment: you must have a computer (PC or Mac) fairly recent with a configuration that keeps the show streaming (but nothing very extravagant either), a good quality webcam, a broadband internet connection. Those are the bare essentials, then you can add lighting equipment for better image quality and invest in lingerie or sex toys to spice up your shows.
What are the required qualities?
To succeed as a cam model, you have to be open-minded, totally assume responsibility, be comfortable with your body and your sexuality and love to show yourself off. You have every right not to feel quite comfortable from the beginning, it will come gradually over time. Once you get started and get comfortable, it will become much easier.
You have to love games of seduction and want to please people. Making a live show is a game that you must want to play to arouse the envy of viewers. It’s not enough to stand in front of the webcam and wait for viewers to come and ask you to do things, you must go get them, by offering teasers or being naughty.
You must also know how to let go
Don’t overthink it, do things the way you want. Don’t worry or be afraid to show your personality. If you have confidence, the viewers will focus on you.
You may also experience resistance from viewers. Some viewers are pretty indelicate in how they speak to models. While other viewers may say negative things about the job you’re doing. But remember, you can always block people who are disrespectful. This is part of the job and it’s psychologically addictive, so you have to be able to separate your cam business from every day life. Don’t take the comments personally. Being in this environment, sometimes makes people talk to you rather directly and inappropriately, do not take it personally. You can make a game of it. But also set your boundaries. And don’t hesitate to explain to viewers what you will and won’t tolerate.
This little overview should give you a pretty good idea of what it takes to become a cam model. If you still have doubts, you can always give it a try to see if it’s the right fit for you.