Cortez was cast in several music videos and commercials and appeared in Maxim Magazine. She was featured in the E! Network’s reality show Sunset Tan from 2007 to 2008. Heidi owns one of the largest tanning salons in northern Nevada, Reno’s Cabana Tans. She is the also the creator and manager of the website www.ThePerfectStory.com and is involved in charities such as Direct Relief International and Social Vibe. She also hosted The Heidi Cortez Show and was a relationship advisor for the Frosty, Heidi, and Frank Show.