Largest rosters
Elite Model Management
Paris · est. 1972Elite Model Management is a global powerhouse founded by John Casablancas in Paris. The agency pioneered the concept of the supermodel era and continues to discover and develop top-tier talent worldwide. Elite operates across four major fashion capitals and remains one of the most influential agencies in the industry.
Storm Models
London · est. 1987Storm Models was founded by Sarah Doukas in London and is renowned for discovering Kate Moss at the age of 14. The agency has a reputation for spotting raw, unconventional talent and developing them into global stars. Storm remains one of the most respected agencies in the UK and Australian markets.
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.
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.
Women Management
New York · est. 1988Women Management is a globally recognized agency operating in three of the world's most important fashion capitals. The agency has built its reputation on representing strong editorial talent and has a particularly influential presence during fashion week seasons. Women Management is known for launching careers that span decades in the industry.
Viva Models
Paris · est. 2001VIVA Model Management is a model agency headquartered in Paris, with offices in London and Barcelona. It is known for representing edgy, editorial-led faces for editorial and avant-garde work across Europe's main fashion markets.
26 agencies
DNA Models
New York · est. 1996 · 310+DNA Model Management was founded in New York by David Bonnouvrier, one of the most respected figures in the modeling industry. The boutique agency is known for its carefully curated roster of high-fashion talent and a personal, hands-on approach to model management. DNA consistently places models in top editorial and campaign work.
Marilyn Agency
Paris · est. 1985 · 290+Marilyn Agency is a prestigious Parisian agency that has been at the heart of French fashion for nearly four decades. Founded by Marilyn Gauthier, the agency is known for its refined aesthetic and for representing models who define the Parisian look. Marilyn has expanded to New York while maintaining its distinctly European sensibility.
The Society Management
New York City · est. 2013 · 280+The Society Management was founded in New York by Chris Gay and is one of the newer agencies to achieve elite status in the industry. Despite its relatively recent founding, the agency quickly attracted top-tier talent and has become a major player in the editorial and campaign market. The Society is known for its modern, curated approach to talent representation.
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.
Metropolitan Models
Paris · est. 2005 · 230+Metropolitan Models is a Parisian agency that has built a strong reputation in the European fashion market since its founding in 2005. The agency is known for representing a mix of established editorial models and promising new faces. Metropolitan places a strong emphasis on personal development and long-term career building for its talent.
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".
Heroes Models
New York · est. 2011 · 200+Heroes Model Management is a New York-based agency founded with a mission to represent bold, distinctive talent that breaks industry norms. The boutique agency has quickly built a reputation for its progressive casting vision and commitment to diversity. Heroes focuses on quality over quantity, with a tightly curated roster of editorial and commercial talent.
New Madison
Paris · est. 2006 · 190+New Madison is a Paris-based boutique agency that focuses on high-fashion and editorial talent. Founded in 2006, the agency has earned a reputation for its selective approach and strong editorial placements in major fashion publications. New Madison works closely with top photographers and brands to position its models at the forefront of the industry.
Silent Models
New York City · est. 2010 · 160+Silent Models is a New York-based agency that takes a quiet, understated approach to talent management. Founded in 2010, the agency focuses on building meaningful, long-term careers for its models rather than chasing short-term hype. Silent's curated roster reflects a commitment to authenticity and artistic integrity in an increasingly commercial industry.
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.
POSH Model Management
Moscow · est. 2006 · 90+Premium Russian model management firm with strong focus on high fashion and luxury brand partnerships. Known for its rigorous scouting process across Russia and CIS.
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.
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.
Supreme Management
New York · est. 1999 · 60+Supreme Management is a boutique modeling agency with offices in New York, Paris and Milan, focusing on high-end talent representation. The New York division was founded in 2000 and is known for redefining beauty and individuality through selective management of fashion models. The Milan office, formerly known as Women Direct, and the Paris office provide management and development services for models across major fashion markets.
Why Not Model Agency Moscow
Moscow · est. 2003 · 50+Represents diverse models for runway and print, with emphasis on CIS markets and European expansion. Known for scouting in remote areas.
Verso Management
Saint Petersburg · est. 2013 · 45+Saint Petersburg-based boutique agency focused on editorial and artistic models. Strong connections with Scandinavian and European fashion markets.
Lumpen Agency
Moscow · est. 2010 · 40+Lumpen is a modeling agency founded in Moscow in 2014 by Avdotja Alexandrova. It is known for street-cast and unconventional talent and for working with fashion brands and castings in high-fashion contexts.
Two Models Management
Moscow · est. 2014 · 35+Boutique agency with a curated roster of unique faces for high-end editorial and avant-garde fashion. Places Russian models with top European magazines.
TANN Model Management
Saint Petersburg · est. 2012 · 30+TANN Model Management is a Russian model agency based in Saint Petersburg, working with both local and international clients. It functions as a mother agency, focusing on scouting, development and placement of models with overseas agencies. The agency has been active since at least the late 2000s and is noted for international placements, including appearances in Models.com Newfaces features.
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