History & Founding
Modelwerk was established in 1995 in Hamburg, Germany, by Claudia Midolo, who continues to serve as Managing Director. From its base in Hamburg, the agency set out to connect emerging talent with international opportunities across fashion, editorial, and commercial work.
Business Model & Divisions
Modelwerk operates as a full-service modeling agency representing women and men. Its core activities span talent scouting, career management, and placement in fashion shows, magazine editorials, and advertising campaigns for global brands.
Notable Models
The agency has represented a number of internationally recognised names, including Toni Garrn, Irina Shayk, Candice Swanepoel, Anja Rubik, Esther Heesch, and Alpha Dia, among others. Their careers span major fashion weeks, luxury brand campaigns, and high-profile editorial work.
Location
Modelwerk is headquartered at Rothenbaumchaussee 1 in Hamburg, Germany, which serves as its single base of operations.
Industry Standing
Over three decades, Modelwerk has established itself as one of Germany's prominent modeling agencies, with a track record of launching and sustaining careers at an international level across fashion and commercial sectors.
