We now live in a world of technology, one where social media platforms are not just for socialization and entertainment but are also essential marketing and business tools. With the increasing importance of social media, there has been a rise in new ways to make money. The concept of Instagram models is one of the most common forms of earning via social media platforms.

However, Instagram modeling is often discredited as a legitimate job. These individuals are often perceived as merely pretty faces utilizing their physical appearances for “likes” and popularity. On the contrary, model Chantel Jeffries proves that there is more to Instagram models than what meets the eye.

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As if! 💕

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A multifaceted young woman, Chantel Jeffries not only dabbles in modeling but has made her mark as a musician, actress, and YouTube vlogger. With approximately 4.7 million Instagram followers, she continuously uses her social media platforms to expand her business and career.

So, who is this Chantel Jeffries, and what makes her so unique? Not only is she a university graduate, but Chantel Jeffries is a talented DJ. With Ceejay The DJ’s creative name, she has demonstrated her talents on big stages such as Coachella. She gained popularity in the media at the festival’s 2018 staging, where she was spotted with international music sensation The Weeknd. In May 2018 she released “Wait”, her debut single that featured rappers Offset and Vory. Since then, she has worked with other rappers such as BlocBoy JB, Rich the Kid, and YG. However, before her music career taking off, Jeffries made her debut as an actress in the 2016 film The Perfect Match. In this film, featuring several A-list celebrities like Cassie and Terrence J, Chantel Jeffries demonstrated her acting skills while playing Fawn’s role. She has since gained a large following across the various social media platforms with millions of followers and subscribers. However, her Instagram mostly focuses on Chantel, the model, and without knowledge of who she is, one would think that she is just that, an Instagram model.

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🍊#savagexambassador @savagexfenty

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Jeffries’ modeling career has led to partnerships with major brands such as L’Oreal and Savage X Fenty. As an ambassador for Savage X Fenty, Jeffries’ Instagram comprises of multiple alluring lingerie pictures as she promotes the brand. Jeffries has also capitalized on her eyebrows’ attention by starting her own makeup line called ChantelleXO. This brand is aimed at achieving Jeffries’ perfect eyebrows, that her fans adore. While Jeffries is not afraid to flaunt her perfectly toned body in her many swimsuit pictures, she also uses her platform to speak against injustices. She is a clear supporter of the Black Lives Matter movement and continuously advocates for the equality of people of color. She is not afraid to stand up for what she believes in and deems to be just.

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Quite fitting ☁️

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On June 2, 2020, she posted a photo of herself in the streets of Los Angeles, holding a sign that read “Black Lives Matter!” as she walks with a group of protesters. She also uses her Instagram platform to promote her YouTube channel, where she is often candid and open with her fans. Chantel Jeffries, the multi-talented musician, actress, model, and entrepreneur is not just another pretty face. She is a legitimate businesswoman that uses social media to her advantage to boost her career.