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ViyaElite
Success Stories: Transforming Dreams into Reality
At ViyaElite, we take immense pride in the journeys of our students and models. Each story is a testament to the power of confidence, hard work, and the transformative impact of our programs. From discovering hidden potential to achieving personal milestones, our graduates have embraced modeling as a path to growth and empowerment.
These success stories highlight the incredible progress and achievements of individuals who started with a dream and left with the skills, confidence, and connections to pursue their passions. We’re honored to have been part of their journeys and look forward to continuing to inspire new talents.
Success Stories Katie
Katie Bunn was awarded Most Sought After Model at the IMTA Convention, where she attended with Southwest Model and Talent Agency. Scouted at the convention by IMG Models, Katie has participated in New York Bridal Fashion Week and been featured in CosmoGIRL! and Your Prom Magazine.
Katie spent time modeling in Japan, appeared in several fashion editorials, and walked the runway for Neiman Marcus. More recently, she has been on the cover of Arizona Foothills Magazine and AZ Bride and Groom Magazine and featured in Women's Health Magazine.
Success Stories Brown
Jazmyn Brown has been in several editorial spreads for Beauty Underground Fashion Magazine. She has walked the runway for Denver Fashion Week Fall/Spring 2014 and 2015, representing designers like Stephanie O., Indy Ink, Mini Cooper, and more.
She has also been selected to shoot for NAHA, the North American Hairstyling Awards, for Charlie Price and Marlo Steenman. Jazmyn has participated in 303 Magazine's Poolside Fashion Show series and 10 Year Anniversary Party and Fashion Show. She appeared as an extra in films like "The Frame" and "A Remarkable Life."
Success Stories Alejandra
Alejandra Jordan signed with Hines and Hunt Management in Los Angeles. She was featured in an AARP public service announcement. She was in a commercial for cell phone provider Alltel and featured in a music video for Ne-Yo. She also had an extra role in the film Drillbit Taylor with Owen Wilson.
In addition to her extensive acting resume, she signed with Coast to Coast print modeling agency and was also featured in a national advertisement campaign for JC Penny as well as several beauty photoshoots.
Success Stories Sophia
Sophia Vassilieva got her start in the industry at a young age, attending the IMTA convention and shortly thereafter landing a role as Cindy Brady in *The Brady Bunch in the White House*. She went on to play Eloise in the Disney *Eloise* movie series with Julie Andrews, starred on *Medium* (NBC, 2005–2011), and appeared in several episodes of *Law and Order: Special Victims Unit*. Sophia starred opposite Cameron Diaz in the movie *My Sister's Keeper*.
Success Stories Briana
Briana Hicks was featured on the MTV series 8th and Ocean, based in Miami, where she was signed with Irene Marie Models. She can be seen in print advertisements for Apple's iPod, Neutrogena, and Wilson's Leather.
She has done national ad campaigns for both Hardtail and Union Bay clothing lines. She has been featured in Teen Magazine as well as Glamour Magazine and was on the cover of SHAPE magazine. She also appears in a commercial for TJ Maxx/Marshall's.
Success Stories McKenzie
Mackenzie Coffman attended the IMTA Convention with Southwest Model and Talent Agency. She recently gained media attention for a parody video of Taylor Swift's "Shake It Off," which Taylor herself saw and shared on Twitter. The video was covered by Billboard, Ryan Seacrest, and FOX channels nationwide. Mackenzie is signed with Brilliant Talent Management in Los Angeles. She has been cast for several pilots and appeared in advertisements for Primavera Online High School in print and commercials.
Success Stories Madelin
Madeline Kragh was scouted by IMG Worldwide at an IMTA Convention with Southwest Model and Talent Agency. She traveled around the globe to Athens, Paris, and New York, featured on Vogue.tv's web series "Model.Live" and a national ad campaign for EXPRESS. She has been featured in NYLON Magazine and walked the fashion week runways for designers such as Vivienne Westwood and Lacoste. She is currently signed with Heffner Management in Seattle. l for TJ Maxx/Marshall's.
Success Stories Zella
Zella Christenson is signed with Trump Models in New York City and Major Models in Paris. She has participated in fashion week all around the world, walking the runways for designers such as Erin Fetherston, Anna Sui, Saint Laurent, Bibhu Mohapatra, and Karen Walker. She has done photoshoots with award-winning photographers in Denver, New York, and Paris. She can also be seen in print work for Charlie Price Hair.
Success Stories Tina
Tina Reinsch was scouted by Bellissima Model Management after attending the IMTA convention. She has done photoshoots in Canada and is planning on spending the summer in the Asia market, with contract offers from World Top, Inc. in Tokyo and two agencies in South Korea. In addition to her international interest, Tina has been featured in a spread for Flowers & Magazine.
Success Stories Logan
Logan Torres has been featured in several issues of Beauty Underground Magazine. She modeled for a photoshoot that was nominated for the Art Directors Club of Denver Annual Event and featured in editorial and advertorial photoshoots for Georgia Shirts. Logan was nominated for 303 Magazine's Model of the Year Award in 2015. She has been crowned Miss Colorado High School America 2012 and Miss Teen Colorado United States 2014.
Success Stories Alexandra
Alexandra Richins attended the IMTA Los Angeles Convention, where she received an amazing 7 awards, including First Runner-Up Actor of the Year, First Runner-Up TV Beauty and First Runner-Up TV Scene. Shortly after IMTA she signed with Los Angeles manager Stein Entertainment Group and Media Artists Group. In less than a week, Alexandra auditioned for a lead role in a feature film. Two weeks later, she auditioned for an opportunity to join a prestigious LA comedy theater and was immediately accepted. Currently, Alexandra is performing weekly at the LA Connection Comedy Theater and is a natural at improv. She just took new headshots with Robert Kazandjian and is very excited to use these new LA photos at upcoming auditions! Both her manager and agent are very excited for the future and say that Alexandra will soon be in a feature film or recurring series....watch out because Alexandra is ready to share her many talents with the world! We owe everything and would not be where we are now without the wonderful team at Barbizon Southwest!
Success Stories Savahna
Savannah Carter started with SWMT at the young age of eight. She attended the IMTA Convention in Los Angeles, where she signed with Coast to Coast as a model for their print division. She has been featured in an in-store ad campaign for Target and Champion clothing. More recently, she participated in fashion shows for boutiques such as Maya Palace.
Success Stories mariana
Mariana Hernandez attended IMTA LA 2015 with Southwest Model and Talent Agency. She signed with Factor Women in Chicago shortly after the convention, where she completed several test shoots with their photographers. She plans to spend the summer in Chicago working with the agency and building her portfolio.
Success Stories alyssa
Alyssa Reinke has modeled internationally for several years, while remaining in school and working locally for SWMT. She attended the IMTA Convention in Los Angeles and has been signed with agencies such as Ford, Creative, and Click. She is currently signed with Synergy Model Management in Hong Kong. She has been featured in national magazines such as Philly Magazine and participated in the 8th season of Project Runway. Internationally, she has been featured in Chi Hong Kong, Cosmopolitan Hong Kong, Harper’s Bazaar Thailand, and on the cover of Wallpaper Magazine in Thailand.
Success Stories Brandi
Brandi Fenimore has been selected as a model in all aspects of the industry, including commercial print, editorial/high fashion print, runway, and promotional modeling. She was selected DFW for the last four seasons and all of 303 Magazine's Poolside Fashion Series. Her print work includes an editorial shoot for 303 Magazine's spread on Project Runway Winner Mondo Guerra. She was recently selected to be one of the new faces for Thera Cane Max Deep Tissue Massager and will be featured on all their boxes, marketing materials, and website.
Success Stories Jena
Jena Zambrello has modeled locally and nationally. She attended the IMTA Convention in New York City and signed with Passport Models and RAW Model Management. She has worked with Chanel and Saks 5th Avenue and was the face of Aulenz hair products. Jena also appeared in an episode of Speed Channel's "Pinks: All Out," showcasing her love of cars. She continues to excel in both fashion and commercial modeling.
Success Stories Zalina
Zalina Dehqonova has been featured in the past 4 Denver Fashion Weeks, as well as several other fashion shows, including 2 for Feline Swimwear. Zalina was featured in a perfume commercial for Folium. She was also recently selected to represent Younique Mascara, and shot a web promo and a commercial which will be airing in Mexico later this year. She was selected as the 303 Magazine's promo model for DFW 2013 for Mini Cooper. She has enjoyed working for many photographers, including Top Denver photographers Kevin Alexander and Melanie Watson. Her print work includes 303 Magazine and Beauty Underground High Fashion Magazine.