Agencies provide models to paying clients so they provide you (the model) with work for which they take a payment called commission.
They like to earn lots of commission from their models so they are keen to find and promote those who will be in demand. This includes new and different models.
So they represent you. They organise modelling work for you but you do not pay them (be very suspicious of an agency that asks you for any money) a good agency earns commission from the client when you start modelling.
Check to see if they are a reputable modelling agency. Ask around and check with a Model Association. Ask the agency which models they represent and which clients they provide models for. Who else have they helped become a model.
Comp (composite) Card, Model Card or Zed Card is an essential inexpensive card to promote people seeking modelling work primarily on their appearance. It's usually A5 or 51/2in x 81/2in with a headshot and model's name on the front and a few smaller shots and basic statistics and info including type of work sought.
Good quality cards are essential to help you become a model. It's often your only opportunity to make an impression and obtain an interview to start modelling.
Give them out and mail them to potential clients they are a sound investment which help advertise you in the modelling world.
You need to register with an agency.
Look for an agency on the internet (there are links from this page) or ask around.
Phone, tell them you want to become a model and make an appointment to visit them.
Most agencies have regular "open interviews" or "open calls" when they meet and "consult" with people who want to become a model to find out more about them and the type of modelling work they could offer.
An agency will tell you what you need to become a model i.e. your portfolio, CV, statistics - sometimes they will need it before a meeting and it will not be returned.
Ask questions: How will they help you become a model? Who are their models? Who are their clients? What model work do they specialise in? What are they working on now?
Don't be shy about questioning them. They may not answer all your questions but they will answer most and anything they decline to answer they should give you clear sensible reasons for not answering - if they don't be suspicious.
An interview is an exchange of info so you both get to know each other to see if there is common ground from which both parties can profit.
Don't be taken in by promises of instant work or high salaries and don't be pressurised. Good modelling agencies will not mislead you - they want to build a long term relationship with people who will become a model from which both benefit
Take time to consider any offer/agreement - make sure it's clear and in writing and show it to someone you trust before you start modelling.
This is your chosen business so always be prepared to negotiate and, if you have valid reasons, decline work pleasantly - that same employer may offer you an even better modelling job next week!
Never close the door or burn bridges!
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