Where to look
- Agency websites: most have an online “become a model” submission form.
- Open calls: scheduled walk-in days listed on agency sites and social accounts.
- Mother agencies: smaller local agencies that develop new faces and place them with bigger-market agencies.
How to check an agency is real
| Check | What good looks like |
|---|---|
| Fees | No sign-up fees; commission only when you work |
| Board | Real, working models with published work |
| Contract | Clear terms, commission %, length, exit clause: you can take it home |
| Location | A real office; staff you can research |
| Licensing | Some states require talent agencies to be licensed: check your state’s rules |
How to submit
Send current digitals, height and measurements, age (18+ for adult boards), and location. Keep it simple: no heavy editing.
Red flags
Upfront fees, required photo packages or classes, pressure to sign immediately, vague contracts, or “scouts” who approach you online and ask for money. Read modeling scams.
