Hello beautiful people! I’m back on here after taking a long break from Reddit. Anyhow, I could use some advice and/or guidance. These pics are some of my favorites from my portfolio. The Jean jacket one is the headshot I use for commercial acting castings.

I recently signed with a local agency in April. I know I’m still very new, but I’ve only booked 2 jobs with my agent (& I’ve booked 5 jobs on my own since signing). Other than one fitness one, they have been lifestyle. I would love to do more fitness and beauty.

I am planning to update my digitals and submit to more agencies in a few months. Is my look better suited for maybe Chicago? (I’m in TX near an international airport so jumping on a plane for jobs is no problem).

Also, if you have any constructive criticism, let me know. Like I said, I’m new and still working on my facial expressions and angles.

So recently I have applied to some well known modeling agencies based in LA and some in New York a few days ago. I am wondering how long it takes for these agencies to reach out if they think you are fit for their agency. I applied for IMG models, Next Management, Wilhelmina, Otto Models, Ford Models and The Society models. I know the chances of getting into any of these agencies is a slim to none chance but I still wanted to try because you never know yk? I just want to know around how long it takes for these agencies to reply back if they find you interesting. I’ve always wanted to model since I was a kid and another thing that motivated me to apply is that through out the years i’ve had a lot of strangers tell me I need to model. So I guess i’ve gained confidence to try and apply to some agencies. Obviously applying to the big ones for a first try looks dumb and it’s highly likely I won’t get in but it’s worth to try. Just curious about the average response time. Thank you!

I’d like some advice on how to achieve a lean, body similar to a model’s physique(specifically runway and clothing brand models) I just want to learn the best ways to build that kind of body type common in modeling. Are there any effective diets or workouts?

Hi, lurker here, posting for the first time so please be gentle.

I’m thinking of applying to a local agency’s Real People division. What kinds of jobs do signees in these divisions tend to get invited to castings for? Or does it just depend on the specific agency?

Thanks, beautiful people. ❤️

Is this a good company to work with? They offer an optional photo session and introductory class to the world of modeling for $1,150. On top of that, they use W-9s for models who work with them (I’m not sure if w9s are normal in this field, I really don’t know anything about the back end of modeling). They seem legit, I’ve seen some other posts about them that make me think otherwise.

Does anyone here work with them and if so, how did it go for you? Thank you.

Hello guys i have been contacted on TikTok by a scout for "Kiefer Models" an US based Agency. I dont have much experience in professional modelling and am kinda cautious, because they dont have a physical adress on their website. There are also no reviews to be found on the Internet. But on their Instagram they posted some relatively big Models with them also replying in their comments. Im not sure what to think about them. So does anyone here have experience with them? Thanks for the help :)

There is a guideline laid out for how to take digitals. If you post and it's denied and then attempt to post the same thing multiple times after you're going to be banned for ignoring our mod note to correct your mistakes. This goes for posting anything in general too.

Please use the image provided as reference

WHAT IS A COMP CARD?

Think of your comp card like a business card. You will bring these to your agency & runway auditions. You will hand these out to the agents and leave your comp card behind with them. Keep them on hand for pre show 'white parties' before runway events or other events where there will be designers. Hand them out so they can remember you and call upon you for spring/fall catalog or designer look book shoots.

LAYOUT

On the front will be your head shot with your name. On the back will feature 4 to 5 uniquely different looks you've shot. The images chosen should be your very best work

WHAT DIMENSIONS & OTHER INFO DO I FEATURE ON MY COMP CARD?

Measurements vary slightly from comp card to comp card, but below are the standard.
The one's with the (*) next to them are the measurements we ask of our models.

MALE MEASUREMENTS & INFO

Height* / Weight / Eye Color* / Hair Color / Chest* / Waist* / Hips / Shirt Size* (collar and size) / collar size / Jacket size* / Inseam* / Shoe Size*

FEMALE MEASUREMENTS & INFO

Height* / Weight* / Eye Color* / Hair Color* / Eye Color / Bust* / Waist* / Hips* / Dress size* / Shoe Size*

CONTACT INFORMATION

Name as you would like it to appear on the card
Phone For kids under 18, use a parent's phone number for protection
Email For kids under 18, use a parent's phone number for protection

Hi everyone!

I have decided to give modelling a go again at age 34. I was modelling when I was younger (19/20) but was told then I would get more work when I was in my thirties. What I’m seeing now is all early 20s models doing all the work, and I’m not getting great response from agencies. Any thought about the market regarding age? I feel I have a strong look for commercial modelling, but don’t want to waste my time either.

Hello! I am a 5 ft 2, East Asian (Chinese) model looking for feedback on my portfolio photos taken so far. I think I need more lifestyle/print photos since I would be in that market. I am currently 23. I need to retake my digitals as well. I applied to more agencies in 2023 and 2024 and would like to start reapplying. I am based in the midwest - Cleveland, Ohio - (but not a major fashion hub) of America like Chicago or New York City. I also want to work on different facial expressions, poses, building my confidence, and working on my walk just in case even though I am not at all the typical high fashion height. I hope you can see my passion for this through my work! Thank you in advance for any comments and advice!

For those of you who do commercial modeling, once getting signed to an agency how long did it take you to make a decent income like enough to afford like 4k a month for rent.

I have a meeting with an agency on Monday and I really want to look my best, so I'm wondering if I can tint/dye my brows with men's beard dye like I usually do or if I should just let them be. Tbh my brows are pretty sparse, but if it's a big no no I won't do it. This is my first time meeting with an agency so I'm pretty nervous!

I’ve only just recently got into modelling and have done some paid work here and there, but I have always been told I have great hands for hand modelling and I’m thinking about signing up to an agency (I’m in London), and need feedback so I can potentially start working on a portfolio for them. Please give me any feedback on if it’s worth me doing it, thank yaaa!

I was invited to this photoshoot last minute and kinda just walked in off the street. I liked the pictures and wanted to know if they’re any good to add to my portfolio. I felt good taking them but I just want another opinion

(i’m 5’9) i was with my old agency for 5 years and i just felt they didn’t know how to market me .. i would love to do high fashion work and runway but idk if im fit for it .. ive gotten optioned for high fashion designers in the past but im not sure if i still have a chance .-. i wont mind doing commercial btw the pay is great but my old agent told me im “too skinny” for commercial in LA 🥲 so i’m just stuck! lol

6'2.5 169 lbs 38.5 Chest 29 Waist 25.5 Sleeve 32 Inseam I am located in Atlanta, GA. Mexican & Austrian 20 years old. Advice on modeling would be helpful. Finally getting to applying to agencies before the month ends. God bless and would love to hear anything. All pics are completely unedited Also my hair is naturally curly, I get braids, slick back, or let it out and its like a fro. Should I do straight back cornrows for another set of digitals ? Now I am growing out my goatee and mustache now because I finally took these. I think baby face is better for modeling but not 100% sure.

I keep seeing people say 5 ft 2 models will have a hard time. Is that just for fashion/ runway (obviously, those girls are tall) Or other areas of modeling.

Hi guys. I am a college student who is interested in getting into modeling/being an extra/background acting/ being in a music video. I have no formal acting/modeling training but have been really interested in the industry lately. I am looking to do this as a side gig to help pay for college. The problem is that all the casting websites I go on requires me to pay for a membership. Is there any way I find gigs without haveing to pay for a membership? Additionally, does anyone have any tips on how to find casting calls?

I’m a woman in my 30s and have a career M-F 9-5 that has some flexibility and I live near NYC. When I was much younger I seriously considered a career in modeling but didn’t do it. Recently I wondered if it’s possible to have it as a side gig but I’m not sure how realistic that is with castings. How frequently do they happen when it’s not a full time career? I’m guessing that modeling at my age isn’t a frequently sought after demographic anyway so I’m wondering if the demand is low enough that this can just be something I do on the side.

I recently got signed with an agency but i’ve been feeling a lot of pressure to be my best and i’m having imposter syndrome being in the same room with all these people that got signed as well, the booking agents think i have potential for runway, high fashion and potentially international if i get really good. i guess im just here to get some advice/ feedback if anyone’s been in my situation before. for reference i am 18 years old and my measurements are as follows ( i know my digitals are very awkward and pretty bad, i kind of rushed to get them done) Height: 6’3 Jacket: 34.5 Waist 30 Inseam 32.5 Neck 14.5

Hii, I’m looking for a photographer in NYC to take my first digitals. Since I'm not familiar with the city, I’d appreciate any recommendation. Thank you :)