If you’re thinking about entering the modelling industry, you’ll know that having a standout portfolio is a model’s personal marketing document. Your portfolio should include versatile images that are high-quality and professional. Does this mean that you’ll need to hire a professional photographer? It depends – if you have the budget and opportunities available to you then you can. However, it isn’t mandatory to have the expertise of a professional photographer curate your collection of images. You don’t need to feel that FOMO kind of feeling. You, a family member or a friend can be the ey ..read more

If embarking on a late-life adventure or trying out newfound hobbies in your golden years sounds like something that’s right up your street, then modelling could be just the thing to try if you’re in the 50-and-over club. Don’t worry though, you won’t be the only one so no need to feel like this is some hair-brain idea we’re suggesting. Models Direct has been in the modelling industry for over thirty years, with a myriad of clients and thousands of models of varying ages, from newborn models to mature models. There are a few reasons why senior modelling is a good hobby to take up aside from ..read more

In a word: no.  Age is never a barrier in commercial modelling. It’s an industry reliant on the diversity of marketing campaigns, meaning that brands always need models of various ages. If you think you’re too old to be appreciated by our clients, you probably haven’t been up to speed with the range of jobs we offer. Several of them are tailored specifically for older models, which alone proves that you’re never too old to be a valuable asset. Apply to be a model Examples from last December include: Male models aged 65-85 years for a commercial. Male models aged 65-85 years for a video ..read more

This year models should be thinking how they can be put forward for work – or even more work, if they’ve already experienced the delights of working with us and our clients. It’s not a clear-cut formula, as it’s always been our clients who select the models they want. However, there are certain pointers to be aware of to greatly increase the chances of making it from registration to paid work. Apply to be a model It’s not enough to join any reputable agency and assume that work will land in your lap. If that was the case, agencies wouldn’t need a team of professional agents working closely w ..read more

If the thought of appearing in print or digital motivates you then you might have commercials and photoshoots as your acting and modelling goals. It’s good to set yourself something to work towards which you can put into action, and hopefully see results in the foreseeable future. If you’d like to increase your chances of appearing in commercials and photoshoots, Models Direct will lend you some top tips to help convert this desire into actuality: Inform us about your skill set Everyone has different skills but if you’re a model in our books, we would like to know about any acting, singing ..read more

2-12 year olds can become models. We will explore child modelling in this guide, and what things to consider in this profession. Modelling can be an enriching experience for your child. If they’re handpicked for modelling assignments, they’ll get to try out a lot of different hats and hopefully take away extra unique skills and positive lifelong memories. If you’re looking for some guidance on child modelling, then you’ve come to the right place because Models Direct is the UK’s number one modelling agency specialising in diversity and inclusivity with a mission to represent everyone fairly ..read more

Many people assume models start out when they are young – perhaps as teenagers or early 20-somethings. But this could not be further from the truth! Apply to be a model At Models Direct we have a glorious array of people of all ages on our books and many of these men and women are people who have joined us later on in their lives. Yes, of course, we have babies, children, teenagers and 20-somethings, but we also have a fabulous collection of models in their 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s – and even older. Our models have to reflect the everyday public and that means absolutely everyone! Choosing to joi ..read more

We know that being organised and staying organised can be challenging goals but that doesn’t mean they can’t be achieved. A common complaint that rings true for the majority of us is: how quickly time flies. Students, in particular, have a busy school day with homework, assignments, coursework and exams to contend with afterwards. It’s a race against the clock to fit all of this in a day plus enjoy leisurely activities. What better way to utilise time better than to start by being organised, and staying organised so that you can extract the most out of your educational career. This simple con ..read more

When we read job descriptions there’s a word that often stands out. That word is “experience”. Having the knowledge and skills to perform certain duties is undoubtedly an advantage. If a person didn’t have them, it’d be a pretty futile exercise in applying for a position, or even registering their interest. Experience is important, no question. Apply to be a model But there’s a question which is constantly asked in the employment world: “How can I gain experience when companies won’t accept me without it?” It’s a genuinely good question – so much so that it often leaves people scratching the ..read more

A huge plus when registering with us is that there are opportunities for all age groups. Becoming a model in your 20s is met with a mix of emotions: pride and excitement for sure… and a little trepidation. “Twenty-somethings” are adults – and they should be treated as such – but they may have a raw naivety that makes them fearlessly ambitious. Young adults are extremely sought-after by our clients because there are so many products and campaigns that are aimed at this age bracket. This is another big plus, and the chances of being seen by brands increases significantly when a model registers ..read more