Answering a Reader Question #793

Keni Wilson Wrote:

 Hi, Dania!
I am 18 and am looking to pursue a career in modeling. Recently I've lost 18 pounds by committing to a vegan diet and a good workout plan. I was measuring at 40-34-43 and am currently measuring at 37-32-39. I am also 5"11. I am committed to being a model but I have no idea where to start. I currently live in Clearwater, FL. I want to reach out to agencies when I lose a little more weight but I don't know where to start. I don't know how to determine if an agency is a scam or if they are the real deal. Can you help?

Hi, Keni!

Congrats on the progress you're making with the weight loss and leading a healthier lifestyle, that's amazing!

To save you the trouble and anxiety of finding agencies to submit to, below is a list of the names and websites of agencies within a 2 hour's drive from where you live. Based on what I could tell, these agencies appear to be legitimate but you won't know for sure until you submit and get invited to an interview.

If, at any point, they start talking about paying for classes, enrolling in workshops or participating in modeling conventions, those should be red flags to pay attention to. In those instances, you'll want to politely decline the offer, which you have every right to do as long as you haven't signed any contracts. Those things are not mandatory to be signed to a reputable agency.

Be sure to browse through all of these websites and note the submission process for each one. You don't need professional images so make sure you put together quality digital snapshots to submit. As long as you follow each agency's instructions, you should be good to go:

Seven Model & Talent
http://www.sevenmodel.com/submission.html

Talent Pool Agency
http://www.talentpoolagency.com/talent/

CFT Innovative Talent Agency
http://www.cftalent.com/become-talent-model.php

Slate Model & Talent Management
https://slatemodels.agencyprosoftware.com/talent/application.php

BMG Models Orlando
http://www.bmgmodels.com/wp/orlando-bam/

Azuree Talent Agency
http://www.azureetalent.com/join.aspx?nav=2

Clark Talent
http://nancyclarktalent.com/page.html

Diamond Model & Talent
http://www.thediamondagency.com/become-a-model/

Best of luck!

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