Beauty, brains, and brawn have been noted as the necessary power-trio for females in pop culture today. When thinking of the modeling industry, a few choice words come to mind: superficial, unrealistic, and image-obsessed. While these descriptions may very well be true, there is more than meets the eye to the modelling industry. The modeling and fashion industry is a multi-billion-dollar, well-oiled machine where models must embrace their image as a branding mechanism. Models are expected to be multifaceted and well-versed concerning their industry. It’s no wonder that the ‘IT’ girls of the social media and modeling worlds take their brands extremely seriously, such as Kendal Jenner to Gigi Hadid, and everyone in between. Jessica Carter is represented by Click Model Management and has broken the industry down to a science, from commercial and print advertorials to her most notable booking to date; her debut as an “Angel” (both figuratively and literally) in Victoria Secret’s 2015 Fashion show in New York City. Jessica Carter is a RAINE Maker in every sense of the word, from dominating the catwalks to effortlessly and elegantly making a difference in an industry that only focuses on the exterior. Thank you Jessica, for being RAINE worthy.

“Smile. I think everyone looks more beautiful when they smile.”

RAINE: Every model has an interesting discovery story. What’s yours?CARTER: I was twelve years old shopping at a nearby mall when I was scouted by a NH agencyRAINE: What one thing helped you to best manage your career in the early years?CARTER: My sophomore year of highs school is when everything started to become a bit more hectic. The principal at that time allowed me to take time off for shoots as long as I handed my work in on time.RAINE: What has been your most memorable show and why?RAINE: Who were the three most influential people in helping you start your career?CARTER: Clayton Nelson because he helped jumpstart my career Stefano D’ Angola because he’s been by side throughout most of my careerKim Kennedy because he was such an empowering force in my life and careerRAINE: Your story will be in the Health & Beauty Issue. What are your top five beauty hacks you can share?CARTER:• Coconut oil for everything :-) hair, face, and body moisture always have water with you• Yoga, yoga, yoga I always put a bit of Vaseline under my eyes when I’m traveling• Smile. I think everyone looks more beautiful when they smile.RAINE: What are five health tips every model should know?CARTER: These aren’t necessarily health tips but here are five takeaways that I’ve learned:• Don’t take anything too seriously... Tomorrow is another day• Always have snacks and water with you• It’s okay to say “no” but don’t be afraid to say “yes”• Don’t wash your hair every day and when you do let it air dry.• Don’t drink soda before doing a lingerie shootRAINE: How do you balance your career with being a mother?CARTER: I have the most amazing husband. He is always available to help out when I have to work. There are times when I do feel overwhelmed but running always helps with that.RAINE: Where do you see yourself in five years?CARTER: I honestly have no idea how to answer this question. I am really enjoying where I am in life right now.RAINE: You like to write. Can you share more information about that?CARTER: Books have always been my number one companion. I traveled alone at such a young age and reading always gave me comfort. I started writing a bit in college and my first novel is being published this year.