Instagram Influencer Spotlight On: Lucy Cates @lucycates

1) Tell us a little about yourself. What are you doing now and where do you come from?

I’m a Model & Actress living in London originally from Bath. I’m about to start over the summer training at Anthony Meindl acting school, I’ve previously trained at Identity & The Actors Temple.
I’ve done a few TV/Film acting credits, in the transition between modelling and acting.
I have also picked up the guitar recently, and self-teaching myself.

2) What are your topics of interest? What do you post on Instagram the most?

I post my work on my Instagram, both modelling and acting. It’s good to use a portfolio, and also behind the scenes so people can see what I’m really like along with my own personal interests & beliefs.
I enjoy life and all of its experiences so it can be varied in content from travelling, to food, art, fashion & lifestyle.

3) How did your Instagram name come about?

It’s my name, it’s as simple as that.

4) What are some apps you use to edit your photos? Share with us your photo-editing routine!

I use just the regular Instagram filters and an app called Airbrush to adjust the colour & tweaking.

5) Any Instagrammers whom you really like? Which Instagrammer inspires you the most?

Ophelia Overdose
https://www.instagram.com/ophelia_overdose/

6) If there’s one thing your fellow Instagrammers just gotta try now, what’s it gonna be?

An app called INTO
If you are a model or a social media influencer you get free access to events, food, drinks, clothing & fitness in your city. Lifesaver !

7) What’s your favorite part about being an influencer?

It’s unexpected, because it’s such a new industry there is always so much to learn and companies are experimenting – I’m enjoying being part of the 1st wave of influencers that will set the tone of things to come.

8) What are some of your top tips to brands for running campaigns? How do you maintain authenticity?

Be selective in what you want to do, there are so many companies looking for influencers. So I would only dedicate myself to the best ones that are responsive, consistent & value your time/ brand.

9) What would your advice be on the importance of quality and original content?

1. the competition is out there for super great quality content
2. brands may select you a few times but for consistency & development for other projects / jobs it’s always good to do you best & use the resources you have to the maximum – have fun!

10) What do you like best about partnering with brands?

You can have a lot of fun, creating projects & bringing other creatives / influencers together.

Topics:

• Fashion
• Film, Music & Books
• Food & Drink
• Hair & Beauty
• Health & Fitness
• Nature & Outdoors
• Photography
• Travel

Country:

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland