Yosmi Trinidad is a model and actress. She has worked with many top brands including: Color Street, Cosmopolitan, L’Oreal, ULTA Beauty, Inked by Dani, Jose Cuervo, Dr Brandt, Kiehls, Newell Brands Raymour & Flanigan and many more!
How did you get into modeling?
When I was younger I was really shy and quiet. One day I walked into this office building and they thaought I was one of the models. I was about 15 at the time my mom was more excited than I was to check it out. She signed me up for runway classes which taught me confidence…it really helped me come out of my shell. I saw it more like a hobby at first. Then after college I just decided to do some research and see how far I could take it. At first, it was a steep learning curve. I had to get an agent, take the right pictures and learn how to pitch myself to opportunities. After a while I started to build my portfolio and I began to get booked more often. Slowly over time I felt that I could actually do this full-time!
What is your favorite part about working in the industry?
I love being able to play another character that’s not me. Acting really allowed me to try new things. I get to become a whole different person and that is really fun for me. I get to explore new things that I wouldn’t normally do.
I love commercials too! They’re usually quick, everyone is so nice and the environment is kinda chill. I just love being on set!
What are some of your hobbies?
I love to dance! I’ve done ballet and tap when I was younger, and then I did hip-hop and afrobeats and soca.
I’m into activities like watching movies, going to the mall, shopping and mini-golf.
What are your career goals?
I would really like to expand out to the west coast. Right now I’m comfortable working the tri-state area. I’ve never been to LA or even to California. I think I’ve done ok with New York but expanding would be a dream come true. I’d like to see other places. I’ve never even been to Florida.
As an actress I’d be so excited to be on a series on tv. I would love that.
What is an interesting fact about you?
I’m a huge Marvel & DC nerd! I’m not biased I love them both. I used it as an ice-breaker in college. People were surprised but I wondered ‘Is it really that hard to believe?’
Another little known fact about me is that I played the violin for 10 years! I don’t play much anymore but I still have it. I’m thinking about picking it back up, I don’t want to forget how to play.
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