PLUS MODEL MAGAZINE April 2015 Bridal Issue | Page 104

Vicky V.
I was working regularly for a small designer with a verbal promise that as she
grew, I would be compensated. Well fast-forward three years later, and she stops
booking me and starts using agency models. I feel very used and I’m very jaded by
the experience.
Maddy: I’m sorry this was your experience with this small business owner.
Unfortunately, without a written contract there is not much you can do. Although
not all people will do the same, I suggest you work with a contract even when you
are working for a client for free. Just because you are working on building your
skills or working for exposure, you are expected to be a professional. I would insist
on a contract and limit the amount of time you work for free as well.

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I was approached by an agency in NYC and they will not sign me unless I move to

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have worked with various clients, then I could see the agency asking you to move.

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Mindy W

are a big agency and they want you, then it’s up to you to make the move and take

NYC. I currently reside in Oklahoma.
Maddy: If you are an experienced model with hours of work under your belt and
For a newbie to move her life without having a single job is a big risk, unless you
happen to be independently wealthy and feel that you can handle moving to the big
apple. I would consider looking into the agency to see how legit they are. If they
this risk. Just make sure that the agency is LEGIT!