Modelling Advice

FOR FREE ON THIS SITE
alba model information is the only independent UK Modelling Advice Service recognised by Connexions, Learn Direct, the DTI (BERR) plus many careers services worldwide. Established 1995 by Katie Froud, former model and legs of the iconic shot for Pretty Polly Nylons working alongside Equity, BECTU, the AMA, and advisor to the BFC, Model Health Inquiry.

Model advice WARNING - snapshot pictures are ALL you need to see if ALBA listed agencies will take you on!

We do not often pick out individual organisations for mention on our front page but due to the numbers of complaints we have received about this we feel we should make the following clear: modeladvice.info is in NOT associated with ALBA - Modeladvice.info is set up by Emily Fisher (who also runs Q image) - you will be invited to an assessment - for a £50 non-refundable deposit and told you will have a free shoot. Please do READ their TERMS & CONDITIONS PAGE carefully, on their page What will it cost? it says " MA through its affiliations covers the cost of the entire day, which includes the cost of the studio time, the photographers, the stylists, the assessment and the consultation. However, to ensure that you are serious about getting into modelling we ask for a non-refundable £50 booking deposit. This is to ensure that you turn up on the day for the assessment." ... however at the end of this you will be "offered a package " at £690 to £1,500 for images taken at the "free" shoot and until you pay the amount in full you will GET NOTHING !   If you have entered into a financial arrangement with Modeladvice.info and wish to seek help contact consumer direct on: 08454 04 05 06

=> Advice from leading 'A List' and AMA agency NEVS (www.nevs.co.uk) - "We regularly advise new faces and wannabees to avoid photographic agencies that charge high fees for ready made portfolios. We agree that this is a waste of money and we dont include these in their portfolio once they have joined us."

JOIN THE MODELS ALLIANCE !

EXCLUSIVELY FOR MODELS of all ages launches September 30th 2009 and will form the biggest alliance of both self employed and employed models in a sector that for more than a century has been without any voice or recognition, and aims to ensure our members enjoy special discounts and benefits. more details coming soon.

Become a Model

Advice about Model health and safety, all types of modelling including high fashion and catwalk, editorial, commercial, glamour, legs & parts, character modelling, model agencies, baby & child Modelling, test shoots, teenage modelling, model portfolio & photographers, Model competitions, plus-size modelling, see our competition pages and latest news articles and the ALBA recommended beauty pageants, and modelling opportunities.
 

The Models' Guide DVD

watch the preview on our big screen. All you need to know to get started plus tips for those already modelling backed by Vogue.com with input from Storm Model Agency plus experts - only £6 a copy invest in your future contact us to order.

	Charlotte Dunn is the UK Glamour Girl of the Year 2009!
Following a GLAM-filled (and nail biting!) Final at the swanky Prince of Wales Hotel in Southport, Charlotte Dunn (MIss Dunn) has been chosen as Glamour Girl of the Year 2009!
For full details see www.glamourgirloftheyear.org

BEWAREof poor imitation sites that claim they are or pretend to be linked to or associated with ALBA. these sites have copied our material and text - but are NOT affiliated to ALBA.

Recommended Model Agencies
If Agencies are not on our A list Agents pages then we do NOT recommend them - ALBA guides you safely in the right direction of the bona fide & genuine agencies, click 'A List Agencies page'..

'Named and Shamed'

Click here for our list of agencies and persons have been the subject of investigative TV, newspaper or magazine journalism due to either public complaint, or DTI prosecution.

Scams To Avoid

A section to read up on before you part with any money! Details here.

The Association of Model Agents & ALBA

The difference between the Association of Model Agents and Albamodel.info is that Alba is a totally independent public advice service and not linked with or run by any model agency. The Association of Model Agents (AMA) is a small self-governing group of model agencies (18) that have set their own standards regarding conduct. They will provide you with a list of their members along with the strict criteria that they expect models to fit dealing with high fashion only. To save you the cost of the call and postage we have the information that the Association of Model Agents (the AMA) will send to you here.

Eating Disorders Awareness

Model Health - if you or you know of someone that could be suffering with eating problems - Beat will help recognise eating disorders www.b-eat.co.uk

Press & Media

BIG Thanks to those that highlighted this model advice service & campaign the very first Janet Street-Porter.

Got a Complaint or Questions about an Agency?

The Employment Agency Standards Inspectorate (EAS) is responsible for enforcing the Conduct of Employment Agency and Employment Business Regulations, carrying out inspections and responding to complaints. If you are an aspiring model and you feel your rights have been abused, please:
call the EAS on Helpline : 0845 955 5105 10.am - 4.pm Monday to Friday,
email eas@berr.gsi.gov.uk or visit http://campaigns.direct.gov.uk/agencyworkers/