child model agencys (merged)

ashellis

You could try either Bizzykidz agency or Elisabeth Smith agency. These have very good write ups and have been going for quite a while.
With both of these you can apply online, try doing a google search for them.

They are both around london area, so if you live near here then give it a go, as they will let you know via email if they think you/your kids are suitable etc.
The draw back to Elisabeth Smith is that they charge an annual fee to remain on their books, Bizzykidz do not.

Also Bizzykids do not charge an interview fee, E.Smith does.

Worth googling when you find an agency you think you want to go with as there are alot out there who are rip off merchants.

Good Luck and I hope this bit of info is helpful to you.

Scarlett1

I wouldnt recommend the Elisabeth Smith Agency personally, my daughter was taken on by them, I had to pay a £25 interview fee, then £100 for her photos, then another £60 for them to put the actual photos in the model book :mad:

The first year she was offered 1 casting, then they asked me for another year's worth of photograph money for the 2nd year, and money for putting her in the model book

So in 2 years she was only offered 2 castings, and the pinch of over £300 from my pocket for the pleasure :rolleyes:

carpool72

try this site

https://www.albamodel.info/

for info on pitfalls to look out for, legal info and a directory of reputable agencies. I met the lady who runs it at the baby show and she was v helpful.

kit

Not sure where to put this post so have picked here - if anyone wants to move it somewhere more suitable then please go ahead.

I am thinking about registering my daughter with a modelling agency. I know some people dont agree with modelling babies/young children but this is my choice!

Does anyone know of any good agencies that are not going to charge me and do not require me to live in the M25 area?

Thanks
KiT

bylromarha

Try this...

http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=33605

Good luck with the M25 requirement. They all seem to be based in London...

Viz_2

Our daughter has been with Bizzykidz for nearly a year. There are a few charges, but most are optional. Like having the proffessional photo's taken (I forget how much ).

Don't be disapointed if your child isn't accepted. And also if she doesn't get work if sign up. They use different children for different jobs, and at the end of the day, the choice is down to the potential employer of every job.

Our daughter has also been asked to join another agency but we're not sure if we want to continue with it anyway.

Good luck !

soul_sister_2

hi kit

i got a approached by a scout that represents littlewoods. they asked me if i was interested in letting my daughter model for there catalogue. not sure if this is the normal way to go about it but declined the offer. some people want this for there children and we all have our own opinions but i do not like the idea!

you could try ringing some of the catalougue companys. most are based in london and are rather expense.

good luck!!

HappySad

http://www.elisabethsmith.co.uk/ is a good company. They charge quite a bit £220 which includes the photos and putting them on your books. They are based in London. If you have any professional photos of your child smiling and looking cute then send them a copy of a few and see what they say.

My son has done a bit of modelling with them and they are a good agency to join.

bonvonnie

my 2year 5month old boy is with http://www.eka-agency.com/ and they are based in Warrington, and are the main Agecny for the North West and the Midlands.

My boy joned when he was 1 year old, and the COmpnay has just got bigger in time.

HappySad

Son just did some more modelling with Elizabeth Smith.

If you child is not clingy and settles down to a new enviroment and new people then they are good for modelling. When you go on some photo shoots you are expected to have your child start work almost as soon as you arrive. (Don't agree with this approach)

I am now going to arrive extra early to get my son used to everyone so that he can work well, being happy and self confident.