Katie Holmes on How I Met Your Mother Tonight!

Be sure to tune in tonight to see IMTA' Katie Holmes on How I Met Your Mother. Katie will guest-star as an old flame of Ted, one of the main characters. She will be dressed up as Pumpkin at a Halloween party. According to nymag.com, creator Craig Thomas had the following to say about one of our favorite alums: "Katie is a lovely and talented actress, which is why we've saved for her perhaps the most classily named character in our show’s history,".

Katie competed at IMTA in 1993 & 1995! Her extraordinary talent, poise and beauty have won her starring roles in movies such as The Romantics, with IMTA alums Elijah Wood,'89 and Josh Duhamel, '97, Pieces of April, Batman Begins, The Extra Man, The Gift and The Son of No One which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. Her next big film is the comedy Jack and Jill with Adam Sandler which will be released on November 11th. She appears on the cover of the November issue of Marie Claire Magazine!

Be sure to tune in tonight to see Katie in How I Met Your Mother!

IMTA Exclusive Q&A with Katie Leclerc!

IMTA had the exclusive opportunity to ask Katie Leclerc about her role on the hit show Switched at Birth, her acting career and her experience at IMTA!

What is your favorite part of starring in ABC Family's Switched at Birth?

Katie: The wonderful people I get to work with. We work long hours and it’s good that everyone is fun and supportive of each other.

How is portraying the role of Daphne unique?

Katie: I have never been so challenged in playing a role. I have to remember my lines, hit my mark, speak in English, speak in American Sign Language, and use an accent. It’s all worth it and I get to watch Constance who learned sign language for the show perform with fluidity like she's known it for years. We have a very talented set!

Who is your acting inspiration?

Katie: I'm loving what Joseph Gordon-Levitt is doing.

How did participating at IMTA help you launch your career?

Katie: I got my first Manager from participating in IMTA. I learned a lot from her and will never forget the experiences I had.

How old were you when you competed at IMTA and what kind of experience what it for you?

Katie: I was 15 and went into it thinking that I could come out with a jump on the competition. There are a lot of actors in LA and the more you train and discipline yourself in your craft the better off you'll be. More importantly though I went to have fun. My mom got to come with me and together we experienced New York! After passing out headshots in the lobby we would grab a hot dog on the street on our way to a theatre. It's about living in the moment and making the best from what you have.

What is one thing about you most people don't know?

Katie: I hate mustard. Haha

What advice for future IMTA Contestants?

Katie: IMTA can be a launch pad for you or it can be a vacation for you. I got the best advice I've ever received right before going into my first competition. My dad said "define the moment, don't let the moment define you." If you REALLY want a career in the entertainment industry IMTA can help put you in front of people that will make you connections but you have to make it happen.

At the age of 15, Katie attended an IMTA Convention in New York where she met her manager who helped launch her acting career. Katie first landed a role on Veronica Mars before guest starring on The Riches, The Ex List, The Big Bang Theory and The Hard Time of RJ Berger. Katie also starred in the movies Flying By and The Inner Circle. Alongside her role as Daphne on ABC Family's Switched at Birth, Katie is also currently in post-production of the films Seven Lanterns and The Ones.

Photo credits: Dedrah Faday

Breaking News! Erika Cavazos Wins Model Latina!

IMTA Alum Erika Cavazos is the winner in the fourth season of Model Latina Las Vegas! After weeks of modeling competitions against 16 other models competing for the top spot, Erika was named the winner!

After the season long show, Erika said, "I'm not gonna lie; I love coming home. Home is always home. Home is where the heart is. But I love the city and that's where the work is for this industry. I love being home, but I definitely see myself in the big city for awhile."

"I'm hoping to have a really good career after all of this and really inspire people, especially people from my hometown and other girls from small cities who are often told they can't do it," Erika said in an interview with nuvoTV.

Erika was selected by Nikki Peterson Talent in Texas to compete at IMTA and was scouted by the industry's top agents, managers and casting directors. After competing at IMTA, Erika was able to launch her modeling career and currently lives in Los Angeles with Elizabeth from Model Latina.

Congratulations Erika!

Grace Costello signs with Landis-Simon!

Grace Costello attended the i2 Discovery Cruise, a production of IMTA, in October where she met with Steven from Landis-Simon Productions and Talent Management.

Grace signed with Landis-Simon Productions and she is currently auditioning for a new Disney Channel show pilot!

Grace attended the i2 Discovery Cruise with Barbizon Southwest. A short time after returning she signed with Landis-Simon and is now auditioning for shows!

If you are interested in attending an IMTA event, please visit IMTA's Contact Page.

Congratulations Grace!

F1 Fever in India

Katie Holmes on The Cover of Marie Claire!

Gorgeous IMTA alum, actress and mom Katie Holmes graces the cover of the November issue of Marie Claire Magazine. Check out how beautiful she looks in the designer Vionnet's gown. Katie shared the following information about being a mother and actress with Marie Claire: "As an actress who is also a mother, you don't have the luxury of drama."



Katie competed at IMTA in 1993 & 1995! Her extraordinary talent, poise and beauty have won her starring roles in movies such as: The Romantics, with IMTA alums Elijah Wood,'89 and Josh Duhamel, '97, Pieces of April, Batman Begins, The Extra Man, and The Gift. She is featured in Ann Taylor’s Spring 2011 Advertising Campaign and is Max Mara Face of the Future. She also starred in the film The Son of No One which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and is in the comedy Jack and Jill with Adam Sandler which will be released on November 11th.

Ashley Greene is DKNY's New Campaign and Brand Ambassador!

Ashley Greene is the newest star of the DKNY and DKNY Jeans Campaign and is a brand ambassador! "It's easy to talk about how these clothes work for my lifestyle, whether I'm in New York, L.A. or traveling for work," Ashley told US Magazine.

The vice president for DNKY Patti Cohen states that "Ashley embodies everything DKNY -- her energy, her spirit, her eclectic personal style. She is on the forefront of what it means to connect with a global fan base through social media, a focus that is aligned with our digital and new media initiatives."

Ashley tweeted her excitement about joining DKNY campaign!

Ashley competed at IMTA in 2004! She has been cast in numerous roles since IMTA, including the popular Twilight Saga as Alice Cullen. Ashley's other movie credits include Summer's Blood, Shrink, Otis and Radio Free Albemuth. Ashley most recent releases include Butter, LOL, A Warrior's Heart, and The Apparition. Ashley's next release, The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1 is due in theaters November 18, 2011!

Figures South Africa holding Auditions!

Come out on October 29 at Atterbury Value Mark in Pretoria East at 11h00 - 15h00 for IMTA auditions with Figures of South Africa!

For more information visit figuresmodelssa.com

Southwest Models Searches For IMTA New York 2012!

Southwest Models is holding auditions for the New York 2012 IMTA Convention in Denver on Saturday, October 29!

For more information, please visit their website at barbizonswmt.com/

Hope to see you there!

IMTA Alum Erika Cavazos in Model Latina Las Vegas!

IMTA Alum Erika Cavazos is competing for the top spot on the NUVOtv show Model Latina! Erika has made it to from the original seventeen to the the final four on the show where the girls display their talent to become the next 'Model Latina' through challenging photo shoots.

Erika was selected by Nikki Peterson Talent (Texas) to compete at IMTA and be scouted by the industry's top agents, managers and casting directors (pictured above). After competing at IMTA, Erika moved to New York for modeling. 'Like' Erika's fan page on Facebook or check out her bio on MyNuvotv.com!

Josh Duhamel is the New Face of ARROW Shirts!

IMTA alum Josh Duhamel stars with top international model Bar Refaeli in the new campaign for ARROW shirts!

Josh is currently working on four new films, New Year's Eve, Fire with Fire, Movie 43, and Stano. Josh competed at IMTA in 1997 where he edged out fellow competitor Ashton Kutcher to win the prestigious title of Male Model of the Year! Josh recently released the hit film, Transformers: Dark of the Moon. Josh also returned as Leo du Pres on All My Children before the show's end and voices the character of Oz in the animated Disney channel show Fanboy and Chum Chum.