4 Types of MODELING SCAMS to Avoid

#Models #ModelingScams #ModelingAgencies
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Scams are very common in the fashion and entertainment industry. There are people who prey on young talent and use their desperation of becoming a model to their advantage. What could be more flattering? Someone approaches you on the street and says, "Hey, you should be a model. You've got what we're looking for . Here's my card." People have always said you're good looking. Now, visions of fame, travel and money flash before your eyes.
It's true that some successful models have been discovered/scouted on the street or nowadays on Instagram. But the vast majority of would-be models knock on door after agency door before work comes their way.
General Best Practices
As a general rule, you should never have to pay an agency to get representation. Modeling Agencies works to get their models work and they only get paid when the model books a job. Typically the agency will take between 10-20% commission rate from the models check. If an agency or anyone in the industry is asking you to pay for an opportunity, then its a clear sign that it might be a scam worth investigating.
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[@shawna0004]

Thank you very much for making this video. Unfortunately I was a victim of the model training scam when I was 12 and recently another type of scam not mentioned in the video. I got an email from someone claiming to be a representative for Miu Miu Clothing. At the time I had never heard of Miu Miu. He said he found my business Instagram and wanted me to be featured in an upcoming campaign. One of my friends had recently been legitimately scouted on Instagram so it sounded believable enough to me that I would be scouted as well. He said it would pay about $2000 for a 6 hour shoot. I was pleased to find out what a huge brand Miu Miu is when I did my research. I should have known better but I wanted a big break like this all my life and at the time I desperately needed the money. I was broke and homeless. I wanted it to be real so badly that I ignored the little voice of my intuition telling me to be careful. They asked for my address, measurements and other information and I gave it to them. Another red flag they said the theme for the shoot was “railroad” and that they would be coming to a train station near me. I thought it sounded like a cliché theme but whatever because they’re paying me 2 grand. They sent a check to my house that was far more than the amount initially stated. I thought I got lucky and they stacked on some extra to cover travel expenses. Another red flag, the day of the shoot finally arrived and I still had received absolutely no information about where to go or anything like that. A woman named Mary instructed me to deposit the check and then give her the extra money for travel expenses or something stupid like that. At this point I think I knew in the back of my mind it wasn’t real but I had gotten myself into debt buying facials, scrubs, teeth whitening treatments all in preparation for the shoot. I was scared to walk away from what might’ve been an amazing opportunity. When the evidence could no longer be denied I sent Mary a nasty text and as you can imagine I was completely heartbroken. They never got a cent of my money all they did was torture me, waste my time and shatter my dreams of ever becoming a professional model. However I’m happy to say that months later after I told this story to my friend and her Mom. My friend’s Mom hooked me up with a legitimate modeling gig doing a paid photoshoot for a local company and it was really fun. I believe everything unfolds exactly as it’s meant to even if we don’t understand the reasons. Be wise friends. Learn from your mistakes. There are so many scammers out there these days!

[@FreshPepper]

That's a terrible experience, but its great that you didn't let it discourage you and ultimately found a way to get legitimate work

[@CaramelCakez7]

I been through this same scenario and I lost my bank account and owe the bank money. I spoke on this before. They r out there. I got hired a few of people sending emails and dms but one time was all it took for me

[@shawna0004]

@@CaramelCakez7 My bank told me if I get scammed/hacked again they will cancel my accounts. 😭

[@elvenleaf5589]

I was scammed and lost 350 dollars

[@shayrockslol]

I literally just got the exact same scam sent to me! “Railroad” location. They said $750.. I gave them my name, address, and phone number. I did my research but didn’t see any scams like this on the internet. My shoot was supposed to be today but I didn’t get the check and I’m sooo glad because now that I read this I’m like oh gosh it’s a scam. They almost got me.

[@m.mezzy44]

It’s so hard trying to become a model when there’s so many scammers in the industry

[@1musd533]

Another scam is they will ask you to pay a high price (700-1000 $) for a photoshoot in order to get signed.

[@space935]

Wow that’s what I just got asked and now doing research....what a bummer 😪

[@Z5Z5Z5]

Shouldn't you have to pay no money at all until you get booked

[@justsonya8196]

@@Z5Z5Z5 wow

[@HShango]

I got charged less than that, to be fair bro they were going to charge a lot more (I paid £200 for like 79 images)

[@JULIOSILVA-gu9oh]

Please tell more story times / personal learning moments in the industry

[@FreshPepper]

I got you!

[@Champ1988]

Been through it all! Last year, I learned the hard way what a 'mother agency' contract was. I'm so blessed to have had a lawyer (even though it was after the fact) to help me through it. Please make sure you have a lawyer present or don't sign. If they see a lawyer as a threat; they had shady intentions to start. To be clear, mother agencies are not inherently bad. But in my situation, I ended up booking my own work - negating the need for them and costing me money & opportunities for nothing. So do your research.

[@itswillielugo999]

That’s cool man. What’s your Instagram? to get some knowledge of what I need to work on

[@shawna0004]

Thank you so much! I will definitely keep that in mind. I'm so glad I listened to my intuition and didn't sign with the first contract that was offered to me. 😬

[@parkerasel8129]

Yes, a mother agency is the agency that helps you evolve. They help u get signed with big agencies.

[@Z5Z5Z5]

Mother agencies should help you not make you fight like dogs

[@gloriaowusu1837]

I'm not a model or have any interest in being one but your videos are very interesting. :)

[@FreshPepper]

Thank you 😊

[@kelly666]

Wow so smart of you

[@vilaniacerylia6428]

Yes. Me too. I even don't know why this always pop up in my home page

[@Sandra_55555]

5:05 1. You shouldn’t have to pay anything. Might have to pay for test shoots 2. Not to sign any contracts without first reading. Real agencies will never pressure you! And they give you 3 Business day at the least 3. Do your research 4. NEVER GIVE SENSITIVE INFORMATION

[@minty0751]

When I was 14, my family heard on the radio that there was a talent scout in the city near where I live. I dressed up in a pantsuit, wore heels, and went. My family didn't understand that castings don't want the whole family coming, so I remember being embarrassed that my sibling came along even though she had no interest in modeling or acting. I sat for about 2 hours in a hotel lobby after an hour drive to the city. They eventually brought us all in to a room where they stressed how good their agency was. They said they discovered Ashton Kutcher, and so many other celebrities. They explained that they had high fashion models and actresses. When the casting finally started, there wasn't really any order. Even though I was one of the first people there, I didn't get a number, there was no place to sign in ahead of time. I was in the back of the line when we finally started. I watched them go "interviewing" many young kids, like 5, 6, 7 year old kids. They had lines to deliver and if they messed up, they moved on. When it came to me, I did mess up the line, but the man gave me a second shot. I was tall and slim, so I fit the basic criteria for a model. Later that day, I got a callback that I made it. We drove another hour back to the city. I arrived early and in the lobby, I saw one of the ladies involved wearing pajamas and clearly not prepared for a big event. The man that interviewed me took my mom and i to a room and sat us down. He talked more about how i cant miss this opportunity. I was supposely one of 5 girls chosen, so it made me feel special. He'd get me modeling right away for Jcpenney. He said how he was once a model and all this built up to make me want to model. They gave us one day to sign the contract and charged us $2,000 for us to sign up. Luckily, when I got home we were able to cancel it immediately, which was a miracle. I remember crying my eyes out for days because I thought I missed an opportunity. I then researched the agency to find practically nothing on it, then the interviewer. He said he was once a model for Prada, but there was no information on him at all. I was lucky that we didn't lose money on a scam and that I didn't get myself into a bad place. It took me about a year to really accept it was a scam. They built up this whole agency like it was an amusement park. They had an expensive fee upfront, and they built me up to believe they would make me a model. Be careful everyone. Even if it feels genuine, you should never pay upfront for an agency.

[@parkerasel8129]

That sounds like a modeling school to me. They teach you stuff and after that you get to go to conventions like IMTA.

[@minty0751]

@@parkerasel8129 You may be right (I couldn't find any real information on google for them), but when I was there, they were selling themselves as an agency. If they said they would teach us something, it was tiny print on the side and not the main reason for signing a contract. You could be absolutely right though, and they were just awkward and bad at selling their business.

[@Z5Z5Z5]

I have heard the same thing on the radio when I was 14 too. I was so sad my parents wouldn't let me go to it. I now realize it was a scam.

[@candypietravels]

So many damn scams it's sad

[@inari198]

I'm early this is just about as rare as me ever being a model

[@itswillielugo999]

Omg 😱 she got signed !!!

[@attractingyoursunshine]

Thank you so much for this video! I was scammed by a “model agency” when I was 16 and they focused me to use their photographer yet never got booked for anything and now I’m starting up my dream of being a model and actress so these tips help a lot

[@jumpy2783]

You should only choose one or one at a time, it's gonna be hard to juggle the schedules

[@thehappiestnewyorker5691]

@Jumpy No it isn't hard to juggle both.

[@k.c.2339]

My gut feeling is telling me this isn’t right but I already signed the contract what do I do it hasn’t been been 24 hours

[@ikeoluwaoladoja4493]

I went to an audition too and realized after that it was a scam. The lady called me out of nowhere and said I filled out an application, although I didn’t remember doing that, I was excited because who doesn’t want to model. Turns out she got my number from another scam agency and they were gonna make us go pay to go to their modelling school. I never went back.

[@FreshPepper]

that's crazy, gotta be careful

[@ikeoluwaoladoja4493]

Fresh Pepper I also have one more question in a recent video you made, about how to get discovered on Instagram you left some Instagram names and I reached out to one of them they are a scout agency called All models worldwide and they seem preety legitimate. They asked for a $100 to help me design my compcards and submit me to over 300 Agencies I just wanted to ask if you know a lot about them since you recommended the founder of the company?.

[@mallorypallory7176]

Ikeoluwa Oladoja was it John Casablancas?

[@ikeoluwaoladoja4493]

Mallory Pallory yes it’s was it is such a scam

[@mallorypallory7176]

Ikeoluwa Oladoja i did it also and it is 100% a scam. I got no work (and they have limited work for black models). I am now signed with a real agency and I’ve been self taping and auditioning online because of covid 19

[@decode184]

Im 14 and actually went through a scam recently from Janurary to Feburary 2020 . A lady messaged me on instagram and said she loved my pics and such . She told me she was a team leader and had models all around the world with 4 star ratings and million dollar gigs . She tried to get me to give away my address and and send innapropreate and naked photos . I never did as , well , never share innapropreate photos on the internet , obviously . And she knew i was 14 . She also told me i should practice how to seduce the company ceo . I dont know how dumb she thinks people are , but i just pray she hasen't trapped any body else , any age , in that horrible situation .

[@user-st9gx8dx7i]

Thank you so much for doing this! Honestly it could really help a lot of people. Keep doing this we love it!

[@graceamos4521]

This should be a must-see for every aspiring model. Thanks for not only providing your insights and experience but also leading us to the experts! Also, super glad to hear that Faith's story continued past that shoot! Well done all around 🤗

[@itswillielugo999]

Awesome Video Fresh Pepper, it’s so cool that she got signed by being in your videos.

[@thatlovelydancerIlao]

Good content and very informative. I remember Tyra saying we should Never have to pay an agency before getting work

[@thealyssamariee]

Love this👍🏽 thank you!

[@leokawaguchi324]

Real scout: hey i could make you a mo- Me: REEEEEEEEE

[@sheilatanart9874]

Thank you for sharing this! Ugh, I fell for one of these at the start of the year. The "scout" signed me to their agency, a "non exclusive" contract and recommended me to their one day course. It was utter rubbish and I was $480 out of pocket. Others at the workshop felt the same way - that it was a rip off. Left some scathing reviews on their FB and Google pages though and they are still ranking high! lol. This was 6 months ago thought - is it too late to file a formal complaint?

[@elishevazimmerman9930]

Thank you for this video. I wish I would have watched this before falling into a scam! Last Sunday I had a photoshoot at first it was free, then the conciliation happened and they offered me 3 different packages. The sales pitch was so quick and high pressure that I felt like I was going to miss out. Also they accepted 50% of models which is not how it works I believe . I paid them for a website and app Including the images they took that day! I have been contacted today by 7 different model agency’s which is too good to be true and guess what! They all want a sign on fee! Yes it is frustrating that this has happened to so many people including myself especially since money does Not grow on trees. But it’s all a learning curve and I now know what NOT to do! Hopefully I will find a legit model agency in the near future. Thank you again for this video.😊

[@magdalenap.5276]

Great video! Very important topic. It is life and stress saving! 🙏

[@songseakleng]

It’s good to know this useful information. I’m a photographer & filmmaker based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. I think I can share this to my friends, models.

[@snayemdubu2988]

Thank you for this. 💯👏

[@itswillielugo999]

Love the videos ❤️

[@radhikajaju5855]

Thank you so much. It’s very helpful 😀😀😀

[@bmtv5796]

this was seriously so helpful...thank you so much!!!

[@FreshPepper]

Glad I could help

[@kinglance2847]

Dammm dude your mint Green shirt is dope 👕💚💚💚

[@iamlaricia]

Hey thank you for sharing this was helpful being new to the modeling industry and trying to fully get my foot into the door. I was accepted by PMTM Agency and they told me I had to go through coaching before they send over my contract to get started. The amount is $850 total or $350 down and $85 a week smh. I haven’t paid yet since it made me feel uncomfortable. They called me 2 days after auditioning and recommended coaching after spending an hour talking about their agency and then making people wait to get them in breakout rooms.

[@maltigrimm817]

Once I went to a casting where they told me that I had to sell tickets (preferably to my friends and family) for the runway and that those tickets will give me the chance to be on the runway, a day of rehearsal and a day of makeup tutorials 🙄

[@OneAChordAcapella]

OMG! I hate those. I had to back out of doing a show asking us to sell tickets at $30 a piece, for me to walk 1-2 scenes.

[@tisharobinson4389]

It's good you are giving this advice to help others to pursue modeling!!!!! I've decided to let it go; being passed the prime in my 40s it is time to move on!!!!!

[@jamilgotcher5456]

In smaller markets, modeling agencies need models in their 40s for lifestyle/commercial models. A lot of smaller markets agencies present an image as if they book lots of fashion work when their fashion branding did not come from actual modeling jobs but rather the portfolio photography the agency sold the model wannabes. Many of the models on their roster they don't even get jobs for, they got their money from the portfolio photography that they sold them to use their photographer. Modeling agencies in smaller markets actually get older people more work than younger models because the small market is commercial rather than a fashion modeling market. But they don't post the local casino campaign on their modeling agency website because that doesn't attract the younger models that they want to sell the dream to and sell them portfolio photography from their photographer only.

[@scottianwashington]

Fresh pepper love your videos, your a genuine, truthful, influencer, and always have awesome insight and context keep it coming bro!📷

[@FreshPepper]

I appreciate that! Thank you

[@scottianwashington]

@@FreshPepper I'm inspiring model @iamscottianmontez looking for tips how to go about developing a comp card? And about seeking photographer and not amateur photographer?

[@scottianwashington]

Also Fresh look you make your pictures looking even more professional the ones when you don't take with a professional photographer?

[@sheinar3722]

You are so mad helpful thank you ☺️ 🙏🏽 so much 😊.

[@joelgomes9720]

Not sure if you've made a video covering this but, any tips on how to better your relationship with your agency? how to stay in touch with them more?

[@dawnhewitt1]

You're amazing, fantastic info!

[@FreshPepper]

Thank you

[@harveyrobinson8819]

Thanks for this , I have people coming on my IG , saying they want to book me for a modeling job , but they never have a number or legitimate company’s name for me to check them out .

[@Letsgoandgetit]

One scam agency is nine9 modeling from Nyc. They bring in people, have a meeting with you one by one, and then try to sell you their service. They have you sign up for a monthly membership where you can apply for casting on their website, and pay up to 700 dollars photo shoot and I fell for it in 2019. Never letting that happen again. Tomorrow I have a zoom group call with another agency, hopefully it goes well.

[@KushDoll88]

I'm Thankful for this information, Because I'm getting a lot of red flags even as someone with no experience about this Company? Agency? Not sure what to call them at this point, things just don't seem to be adding up for me.

[@checkmate8015]

This came at the right time

[@SuperSteven1969]

Thank you for this content.

[@tonypmedia]

Phew, I watched this video because I'm starting a very small tiny management agency. I'm doing it right. Not charging A RED CENT to my models, they get their own website with a profile of their portfolio, I'm dong an instagram account soon. They don't pay for photog work as I am the photographer and I tell ALL models that I cannot guarantee success, but I can help you get there as long as you are helping yourself too. Good, got my ducks in a row. Thanks for this vid pepper!

[@snayemdubu2988]

Wow! Congratulations to Faith💯

[@pepperminttree]

I had a mother agency but luckly it was super easy to end my contract with them. I just didnt like it because they never helped me build my portfolio or never did any test shoots. They were like basically if you want to have the best portfolio you have to shoot with this photographer that cost $500 (and i never did )

[@ayandanobatana7255]

Than you so much for opening our eyes

[@ayandanobatana7255]

Can I please get your email address 🙌

[@realtalktina]

Very helpful video! My agency is well know but there’s different owners in each location and they keep saying I need to use their in house photographers or choose from their list of photographers. I was with another agency before and they never imposed this rule and I worked a lot! Sounds very fishy

[@itslex71]

Hi! Thanks for all of this content. Super helpful. My question is, how do legit agencies develop new talent? They provide any courses or education free of charge as part of the contract?

[@lsfashionate1188]

I really appreciate you creating this, I’m currently a victim as I write and I used the FTC link in your bio today. I Submitted my report a few moments ago. Thank you. 💚🤞🏽

[@amirrashidchoudrey5712]

Tysm ur the best bro stay safe

[@samydee3832]

My guyyy 🙌🏾🙌🏾👊🏾

[@msemmafw]

Defly needed this. Dope vid Any suggesgions of agencies for. Full figured gal..?

[@shubhamshinde158]

Thank you soo much!

[@leslieivarson]

I wanted to make a video like this ten years ago or more - never did. Thanks for doing it and warning others!

[@leroywright8918]

I’m new to all of this but I really wanna take the next step towards being a model an I know I have to work hard an god knows I’m willing to take that step but at times it gets hard trying to find the start when you doing it all alone. But I told myself I won’t stop or give up my faith ! I know I can do it I just pray that god gives me the strength to keep pushing to chase my dream but thanks this videos really help.

[@karmenfuerstenberg5931]

Is it wierd that my agency only pays attention and sends auditions to the models that go to IMTA with them? @FreshPepper can you do a video on modeling conventions and competitions like IMTA and IN?

[@danielyo6778]

4:22 "So, so and so" I just realized only Nigerians say that.. And ur Accent just changed the game😂

[@utkarshsatyaprakash4383]

nah , middle eastern and indians do it too .

[@danielyo6778]

@@utkarshsatyaprakash4383 allow me have my moment Prakash😤

[@utkarshsatyaprakash4383]

@@danielyo6778 okay , fair enough 😂

[@emmacanning3498]

Can you do a video on how to became a teenage model like ages between 15-17? Like tips and tricks and what to do and how to do it? Please and thank you.

[@jerrytrung3793]

Thanks so much!

[@peglartist]

I sent my info to an agency in NYC and they texted me to meet for an audition. They sent me an email and I read it a few times and one thing stood out. It says “If selected for Development, the talent, not the company will be responsible for covering any/all Development costs.”(which is a training program). I don’t like that I have to pay for training since I have no experience in modeling. The appointment is tomorrow and I don’t feel like going because I know you don’t pay for things like that. And the reviews are all great with one bad review 🙃 being that I’m a mom and I’m busy I don’t think it’s worth even going.

[@hindikhanidadiki4309]

Tnxxx sooo much very helpful for me spcilay 🙏🙏🙌

[@AbbeejahVlogs_1]

I was scam by hype digital in Camden Town.. miss lead, forced to sign farm. The picture wasn't good it was such a bad experience for me and my daughter.

[@justinerotah]

Thanks for sharing

[@normacristobal4438]

THANK YOU 🙏🏻 FOR THIS INFORMATION. I HAVE GONE TO SOME AGENCIES THAT WANT TO CHARGE ME AND WHEN I DIDN'T KNOW I PAID, WITH THE THRILL OF BEING A MODEL, ONE OF THOSE AGENCIES IS JHON CASA BLANCA 🤢🤮 THE DIRTIEST THING THEY GIVE YOU ZOOM SESSIONS AND YOU HAVE TO COMPLETE 35 CLASSES FOR $71 DOLLARS FOR ACCORDING TO LATER THEY GIVE YOU A JOB

[@jamalf3118]

Can we talk about how this type of shit is ALL OVER NYC IM SO UPSET

[@ctphotographx]

Sorry but you're leaving out a lot of consideration for points 1 & 2. Point 1 - 'IF' a model comes to agency with a marketable portfolio, and has demonstrated they have DEVELOPED skills, 'THEN' (and only then) they don't need any training. But 'IF' they have a great look, but no portfolio, and no developed skills, 'THEN' they'll need SOME degree of training before being suitable to send out on paid jobs to represent the professionalism of the agency and to satisfy the client requirements properly. It is truly an 'IF'/'THEN' scenario. Some many new models with a great potential look, but they are far from being refined enough to be considered professional worth spending money on. They don't even know how to conduct themselves on a casting or gosee, or the etiquette for mannerisms on the job. Point 2 - New models can't just use ANY photographer. Fashion and personality photographers are fine tuned into the industry that models are trying to enter. New models should not trust that just any portrait or wedding photographer will have realistic concept for what a genuine fashion advertising campaign entails. I see many Instagram photographers claiming to be fashion photographers, but they never say anything about the fashion itself. THAT is a red flag... And THAT is why most legitimate agencies insist you shoot with their preferred photographer for INITIAL test shots. Those INITIAL test shots from agency recommended professional are what gets a model seen by the very small and specialized pool of real genuine working fashion/beauty photographers that actually hire models for pay on campaign level assignments. YES... Shoot with the agency recommended photographer to start with. The ONLY models that don't have to do this is the ones who have already developed professional grade portfolios. My background is 42 years working with and hiring models for fashion editorials, catalogs, and beauty/fitness/lifestyles editorials and campaigns. Reconsider points 1 & 2. I'm not going to spend money on a model that has a look, but no training. I'm certainly not going to train a model on a paid job. I expect them to show up and know what they are doing to earn their paycheck. The ONLY way to do that is through some form of training. Some models need more or less training than others. Good luck to all. It's a fun business. But you got to be pro level if you want pro level pay. www.photoclydethomas.com

[@shedikari]

This sounds like a guy that has a modeling "agency" in NJ that asked me to pay $300 w/ contract and had me walk topless to prove I was "a true model" that wouldn't ruin his reputation with his big "clients". He was a freaking creep! I asked him what he was doing with the videos he recorded me of, he created a folder on his desktop with my name. After I realized that he wasn't legit but a creep taking advantage of aspiring young models, I asked him to delete the videos he took of me. Of course he tried to delete them in a room I wasn't present in. I told him to go to the trash bin to make sure it was deleted then he tried to gaslit me by saying "It's deleted, you can check yourself". Till this day I still feel like he has a backup copy. I would expose his agency and his name but honestly don't want to give him attention.

[@jese5081]

Hi please make a video on model facial expression and (example)- do they suck in there cheeks for more hollow cheeks and stuff like that!

[@josymariiee]

Could you talk about "Model Management" cause i have the app but of course i can't apply to a casting unless i have a premium version of the app. It is a popular program so i don't know what to think

[@thefearfulrat._.8682]

Thank you for this I almost got scammed again lol

[@akadam3607]

Thank you so much sir for putting up this detailed video By an chance is it possible for u sir to make any video about modeling in India

[@kikachukwuezedunor8678]

Not a model yet, hoping to be. But I once got asked to pay for a background check which I thought was really weird. They also got back to me via phone call and text. So after the call I put them far behind me.

[@FreshPepper]

Wow so strange

[@naradaramanayaka3291]

You are not Just A model wonderful Humble .Human bing as A photography for 8 year I seen Lot of Male .female models But This guy Has Charismatic parsonlty kind ❤ 📷🤝🎶👣 greetings from Sri Lanka 🇱🇰

[@spook_taculizz]

Thank you very much. This help a lot. May I ask what agencies you work for?

[@FreshPepper]

Role Models (LA) EMG Models (New York) Select Models (Chicago)

[@mazzoanV2]

How I wish I saw this before now I'm having to work Saturdays to balance the books

[@glendalee7011]

Thanks

[@kalaniarevalo2960]

Hi thank you for your videos 🙂 i have a question so if an agency want me to sign with them and they ask me to buy my portfolio is that a scam?

[@FreshPepper]

Buy your portfolio? Do you mean the actual folder/book that your pictures go in? When I was with Elite Models they had a branded portfolio book which they sold to models. It's not a scam, but it should be optional.

[@maftuna1]

Omg this just happen to me with an angecy!!! Be aware!

[@egyptlennon5013]

Do you know how modeling agencies feel about tattoos and piercings ? I only have two tattoos and the one septum ring

[@JohnFEELS]

The modeling agency wants you to use their photographer and one that they picked know you just make sure that the contract that you signed does not say that they can use your pictures whatever pictures are taken by their photographer and they can take those pictures and use them and sell them to whoever they want as long as your contract says that they are not going to do that then let them take the pictures because these pictures are going to send them around to different casting places and we need pictures of you right now today not when you go home on your cell phone or on your professional camera we need them right now but that's how you make sure you read the contract that you know what you trying to be famous so you know you only live once and at a certain point you know if your pictures going to be out there your pictures going to be out there if your picture gets picked up from somewhere else and they're interested in still working with you they're going to get in contact with you and they're going to work with you

[@priyaasingh1274]

Sir thankyou . I ve seen most of your videos and I m very thankful and inspired by you keep making video I m From India I want to do modelling in La but no guidance from anyone is it possible for me to do modelling in la

[@faithe9447]

The person who I met for an agency was very convincing and seem incredibly legit she said the reason was because in Houston there is a different money rate or something. And I had to fill out this application and put my address and ss is it true it has to do with the market??

[@kookiej548]

I have just got a text from a modeling agency called Manhattan Models and they said my application was handpicked out and asked me to do a test shoot with them

[@erinbeltran1820]

Can you talk about the DCAMS of talent scouts where men are luring woman as to get them to a location, and abduct them for selling them off. It’s important these young girls know they must be with someone when meeting with an unknown possible agent. It may be scary but it’s not discussed enough. My daughter is 15 and just been discovered by Mfore. We are extremely careful.

[@priyaa115]

First to comment maybe

[@FreshPepper]

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[@haleymcatee6419]

This company offered me the modeling job. They said I have to pay for my background, check which is refundable. Is that common in modeling?

[@edwigenoundjibay4391]

omg thank you so much for this video i nearly got scam today with a agency asking me to 1k for a training

[@princessfernandez4512]

I recently signed up as in a modelling application and they only asking for £50 deposit for “ test shoot with online models” in central london. This would be my first time so I’m really unsure if I’m doing the right thing

[@Aderonke_Abimbola]

Thank you so much for this video I have a question is there anything like agency fee? Or registration fee ? Because I was scouted of recent by an agency and they asked us to pay registration and agency fee

[@or1g1nalSINNAh]

yessss i was wondering this. maybe for smaller agencies??

[@Aderonke_Abimbola]

So people now pay fees to be models ?

[@danielyo6778]

7:32 #Believe❤

[@hulyapancar5271]

Idk how scam agencies are still legal

[@varshakankanala4930]

I have a question. There is this company called hype digital. They reached out ot my for a trial shoot and asked me to pay refundable fee which is £50. And they asked me to carry my own outfits due to covid restrictions. So I'm not sure if it's a scam or not. They did mention that to have a portfolio, you need to pay minimum of such and such amount but its upto you. And we have different packages. So is it a scam?

[@karissaschroeder6604]

lol I feel like I've fallen into BOTH of the first scams... Ugh lol This is hard lol

[@Lisstarine]

I recently got offered to work with PMTM modeling and they want me to pay $900 for acting classes from their selected coaches. This has been my dream since I was a little kid and I just want to find a legitimate agency 😢 I have good feelings about this one other than the payment for classes

[@JessicabelliciMa1]

Mmm the first story about the money itd happened to me...its was so much expensives...so now I'm looking elsewhere...

[@niathomas184]

What about if they ask you to pay for a shoot to make sure that you show up? And they say the fee is refundable?

[@gracebrett9562]

Thank you so much for your video. My som has been scammed so much. Can you recommend a model agency please? Are you based in UK?

[@audiblewilcox9085]

Question.what is they have done commercial work, like done national work but they ask that you take part in their classes?

[@gemmaaboagye8951]

This shows u have to be very careful

[@rahatorbat6384]

I'm beginner and this video help me alot because I was thinking about pay that 2'300$

[@DestinyHarper]

Hey I recently received an email out of the blue for a modeling casting and I’m not sure if it’s legit they sent me a check and everything but I’m still worried what are your thoughts on this !! They stated we can’t start till I’m paid ...

[@iamataco411]

Any information about Barbizon?