Firstly, we always respond to our models and would-be models, telling them that they WILL get paid.

This is in a marked difference to many of the so-called agencies who either expect you to work for nothing, claiming “this will give you valuable experience” or never actually getting around to paying you.

Yes, we hear about this happening time and time again…

Models Direct is a fully government-registered employment agency.

We operate within the law at all times – and we are experienced, professional and reliable.

This is why we are always happy to be inspected by the government; why our clients return to us time and time again and why our models stay with us.

If you join us as a model, we will be your agent.

We will negotiate your fee on your behalf, discuss it with you before you accept any job and then ensure you are paid swiftly after completing any assignment with us.

How does that sound?

Well, now to the exact amount you are likely to be paid…

Well, this depends on a variety of different factors from how experienced a model is to the amount of time they will be required in front of the camera.

You may be taking part in a day’s shoot where you are needed for one hour or a five-day shoot where you are required for every shot.

Your role may be a simple walk-on part or much more acting may be required and there may be lines to say.

You may have to travel to the shoot (all expenses paid) or it may be right on your doorstep in your home town.

All these factors will be taken into account when we negotiate the fee with the client – and then you can decide whether you are prepared to carry out the assignment for that sum.

Read reviews from our models to see if they feel happy with both the work we offer and the fee negotiated on their behalf.

Here are just a few of them…

Terry said:

“I have just finished a fun photo shoot for the Salisbury group. The views across London were amazing and the crew were even better.

“I always know when I get an assignment from Models Direct that it will run smoothly and we will get paid on time!

“I am a massive fan. Bring on the next job!”

And Beau said:

“My two children loved their first paid photoshoot yesterday.

“All staff were professional, friendly, approachable and thoughtful.

“The communication we received from Models Direct prior to the shoot was faultless.

“The studio and staff exceeded my expectations – toys, snacks and drinks were provided for the children, and the atmosphere was so relaxed.

“They really enjoyed themselves and earned money in the process!

“We are really hopeful for more bookings to follow.

“Thank you Models Direct.”

Tapuwa also felt the work was fairly rewarded:

“I had my first shoot with Models Direct yesterday and I had so much fun.

“It was an all-day shoot for a pretty exclusive client and I’m glad I was part of it.

“I even made a new friend and it’s well paid too!”

To find out more about modelling with us, including the kinds of assignments you might be offered and how we will pay you, fill in our form and we will call you for a chat.

As you’ve hopefully gathered, we’re passionate about what we do. Our pleasure comes from bringing dreams of models, and ideas of clients to life. In addition to this, how much a model can be paid is also something important to us.

Let’s be honest: no one likes to chase anyone for money that they’re owed and neither should they. Another good reason to have Models Direct side by side on your modelling journey is that we ensure that we pay our models on time for their hard work, every time. We don’t want to put our models in sticky and uncomfortable situations where they’re having to ask when they’ll be paid.

In a nutshell, here’s how our payment system works:

· We negotiate a price with our client

· They transfer the money which we then hold in a client account

· We inform our model that they have been selected, whether they want to go ahead with the assignment and the amount they will be paid

· If they are happy, all systems are go!

· On completion of the work, payment will be made immediately

Work can range from £150 upwards dependent on some of the following factors: the size of the assignment, where it’s located (travel expenses will be covered), how large the business is and the timescale they’re hoping it’s completed by.

As a top UK modelling and talent agency, Models Direct, we’re passionate about our level of commitment to model rates, diversity, inclusion and removing barriers such as supermodel expectations. Inclusion is a core value at Models Direct. We positively encourage our audience to apply as a model regardless of gender, age, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender status, marital status, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity. If you’d like to discuss this further with us, in case we’ve missed anything, please feel free to connect with us via phone or email. We’ll put your mind at ease.

Everyone’s very welcome at Models Direct, without the need to hide any part of who you are and what makes you you. Once you’re part of our modelling family, you will be called for assignments. Sometimes it’s as quick as a week after registering like our model Liz who was booked for Sumec UK, so be ready! We look forward to meeting you with the opportunity of being paid and having fun as a model. See you soon!