Largest rosters
IMG Models
New York · est. 1960IMG Models is one of the world's most prestigious modeling agencies, representing some of the most recognizable faces in fashion. Founded by Mark McCormack, the agency has shaped the modern modeling industry with its unparalleled global reach across five continents. IMG's roster spans supermodels, athletes and cultural icons, making it a cornerstone of the international fashion landscape.
Ford Models
New York City · est. 1946Ford Models is the oldest major modeling agency in the world, founded by Eileen and Jerry Ford in New York City. The agency played a defining role in establishing modeling as a legitimate profession and has launched the careers of countless iconic models. Ford continues to represent diverse talent across fashion, commercial and digital platforms.
Next Models
New York · est. 1989Next Model Management operates across five major fashion markets and has built a reputation for representing a diverse and commercially successful roster. The agency balances high-fashion editorial talent with strong commercial divisions. Next is known for its forward-thinking approach and early adoption of digital and social media strategies.
NIK Model Management
Moscow · est. 2019NIK Model Management is a modeling agency based in Moscow, Russia, focusing on building long-term modeling careers in the fashion industry. Its official materials describe a selective scouting approach aimed at developing a pool of unique faces with international potential. The agency positions itself as one of the leading players in the local market over a relatively short period, but this claim is self-published and not independently verified.
Wilhelmina Models
New York City · est. 1967Wilhelmina Models was founded by Dutch supermodel Wilhelmina Cooper and has grown into one of the largest and most diversified talent management companies in the world. The publicly traded agency represents models, celebrities, athletes and influencers across fashion, beauty and entertainment. Wilhelmina is known for its broad commercial reach and multi-platform approach.
Motion Models
Moscow · est. 2020Motion Models is a Moscow-based booking and development agency active in the fashion industry in Russia and internationally. It operates as MOTION model management, working both as a modelling agency, building the image and careers of models and organizing work with brands, and as a photo production company creating and realizing creative concepts for fashion shoots. The agency maintains a development and academy centre at Pyatnitskaya Street 71/5, building 2, in the Sytin business centre, where weekend courses for aspiring models aged roughly 12 to 25 are held in small groups over four weeks. It positions itself as one of the stronger modelling agencies in Moscow, running its own academy and scouting programme and inviting candidates who meet standard high-fashion height parameters to apply through casting. Motion Models serves both the local Moscow market and international clients, with separate booking contacts for Moscow, the Middle East and Europe, and international enquiries in Asia, indicating regular work across regional commercial and fashion markets.
21 agencies
Premier Model Management
London · est. 1981 · 350+Premier Model Management is one of London's leading agencies, founded by Carole White. The agency has been instrumental in launching the careers of some of the most famous models in the world and maintains a strong presence in both the high-fashion and commercial sectors. Premier is known for its longevity and consistent ability to identify breakout talent.
Select Models
London · est. 1977 · 250+Select Model Management is one of London's longest-running and most respected agencies. Founded in the late 1970s, Select has played a key role in shaping the British modeling scene and continues to represent a diverse roster of established and emerging talent. The agency is known for its strong relationships with top photographers and fashion publications.
OpenUP Model Management
Moscow · est. 2018 · 230+OpenUP Model Management is a professional modeling agency based in Moscow, Russia. It operates as both a mother agency and a booking/receiving agency for models working on the Russian and international markets. The OPENUP MODEL MANAGEMENT trademark was registered in Russia in January 2024 to the company OOO "Open Ap Models".
Zhara Models
Moscow · est. 2010 · 150+Zhara Models is a modeling agency based in Moscow, Russia, operating under the name ZHARA MODELS and presenting itself as a model agency of Moscow. The agency states that it works in the fashion and beauty industry with a professional team having more than 15 years of experience and participates in Russian and international fashion shows and photo shoots for well-known brands. It also runs a network of model schools for adults and children, described as implemented on the basis of a large international agency.
Star System Agency
Moscow · est. 2001 · 120+Star System Agency is a modeling agency based in Moscow, Russia, and is associated in directories with the international Starsystem scouting network. Public listings describe it as a fashion and scouting agency working with professional models and new faces, but key operational details are not confirmed on the official site. Due to limited verified information from primary sources, only basic location and general agency type can be stated with confidence.
President Kids
Moscow · est. 2000 · 100+President Kids is a children’s modeling and acting agency based in Moscow, Russia, operating under the site presidentkids.ru. It works with child and teenage models and actors, offering training and career support in areas such as runway, camera work and acting. The agency states that it has been active since 1998 under the previous name Dom Modey Kinder Bazaar.
Modus Vivendii
Moscow · est. 2004 · 80+One of the largest Russian model agencies with offices in Moscow and Saint Petersburg. Known for discovering international-level talent and placing models at top fashion weeks in Milan, Paris and New York.
Look Models
Moscow · est. 2009 · 70+Look Models is a Russian modeling agency based in Moscow, operating under the website lookmodels.ru. It is described by external directories as a fashion agency founded in 2004 and working with models for magazine editorials, advertising campaigns, and fashion shows. The agency is referenced in fashion and media credits as providing models and casting for commercial and editorial projects.
Modelwerk
Hamburg · est. 1995 · 70+Modelwerk Modelagentur GmbH is a German modeling agency headquartered in Hamburg and active in talent discovery and management. Founded in 1995 by Claudia Midolo, it represents over a thousand female and male models, talents, and creators and works with fashion, cosmetics, and lifestyle brands. It is regarded as one of Germany’s leading agencies for talent development and management.
AGENT mgmt
Tbilisi · est. 2021 · 60+AGENT mgmt is a modeling agency operating through the website agentmgmt.com and using the Mediaslide booking platform. A third‑party directory lists AGENT mgmt as a Tbilisi‑based agency working across high fashion, editorial and commercial modeling, but this information is not confirmed on major industry reference sites. Publicly available sources do not provide verified details on the agency’s ownership, history or notable roster, so these remain undocumented.
IQ Models
Moscow · est. 2005 · 60+IQ Models is a Russian modeling agency. Its official site states that it was founded in 2004 by Pavel Zotov and Dmitry Chernikov. The agency is based in Moscow and its materials reference Saint Petersburg as another city associated with the agency.
Grace Models
Moscow · est. 2011 · 55+Grace Models is a modeling agency with an official website at gracemodels.ru and a separate site at grace-models.com. Its publicly accessible site lists operations in Russia and booking/contact information for Moscow-based offices or staff. Publicly verifiable information on its founding date, headquarters, and model roster is limited in the gathered sources.
Number Management
Moscow · est. 2015 · 35+Number Model Management (also referred to as Number Management) is a modeling agency based in Moscow, Russia, operating as a mother agency and fashion model management company. Public listings describe it as a Moscow-based agency established in the mid‑2010s, representing professional models and new faces for fashion work. It works with international fashion clients and has been cited in industry media for its role developing emerging Russian talent.
PMA Moscow
Moscow · est. 2018 · 25+PMA Moscow appears in at least one external agency directory as a modeling agency based in Moscow, Russia, reportedly established in 2018 and working with a roster of more than 25 models. Beyond this listing, there are currently no corroborating records in major industry databases or reputable press that independently confirm its history or specialization. Due to the limited verifiable sources, further details about the agency’s activities and positioning cannot be reliably stated.
Trump Models
New York · est. 1999 · 180+ · Closed in 2017Trump Model Management was a New York-based agency founded by Donald Trump in 1999. During its years of operation, the agency represented a competitive roster of fashion talent and was a recognizable name in the industry. Trump Models ceased operations in 2017, but remains part of the historical record of major New York modeling agencies.
How to choose an agency
No fees to sign
A real agency is paid a commission on the work it books. Registration fees, compulsory paid courses and a mandatory in-house photographer are the standard warning signs.
Look at the board, not the promise
Open the agency's own site and see who it actually represents and which clients those models shoot for. A board full of recent work is worth more than any pitch.
Match the market
High fashion, commercial, curve and talent boards want different things. A mother agency in your city that places you abroad often beats a distant big name.
How to submit
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Shoot digitals
Front, side and back plus a close-up. No makeup, no retouching, hair down, plain wall, natural light.
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Write down your stats
Height, bust or chest, waist, hips, shoe size, hair and eye colour, your city and your age.
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Use the agency's own form
Every profile here links the official site and social accounts. Submit through the agency's new-faces form or attend an open call — and never pay to apply.
Last updated: September 15, 2026