MODELING AGENCIES IN INDIA

1st AIMJG-33A, IInd Floor, Khidki Extn.,
Malviya Nagar, New Delhi, India
Telephone: 011-29544392
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ADMAN
Coimbatore, India
Telephone: 9842766285
FAX: 04222492103
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AKIMBO MODELING AGENCY
S.C.O. 58-59,
Sector-34 A,
Chandigarh, India
Phone: 0172-6610158
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ANIMA MODELS
C-12, Street No.13, Pkt-2, N.M.S., Delhi 110032
Modeling agency to promote fresh male, female, kids, middle aged, lingerie models. We also promote singers, entertainers, artist, photographers, fashion studios etc. 
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AURAA CO-ORDINATION & PRODUCTIONS
B-92, U.G.F., Panchsheel Vihar, Sheikh Sarai - I,
New Delhi-110017, INDIA
One of the leading modelling agencies in India. Our headquarter is in New Delhi, India. We have been in this industry for almost a decade now working for the top brands with the best of the photographers, magazines and leading models.
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DREEAM CAST
14,Eldams road,2nd floor, alwarpet,chenn, Chennai, India
Telephone: 91 9884082752
FAX: 91-44-52031789
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ELITE MODEL MANAGEMENT INDIA PVT. LTD.
B-55, Greater Kailash-I, N Delhi, India, New delhi, India
Telephone: 51551111
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GLAMOURHUNT COMMUNICATIONS
68-D, Oshiwara Industrial Centire,, Bombay, India
Telephone: 91-22-28785566
FAX: 91-22-28760294
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GLOBAL MODELS
Globalmodels is a selective casting agency, representing and managing some of the best talents in the industry. Our success is due to our ability to place the most appropriate talent for all the requirements in a casting project.We understand the importance of having the right Talents in order to achieve the best desired outcome for a project.
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KOLKATAMODELS.COM
134/3A BIDHAN SARANI, Kolkata, India
Telephone: + 91 9830165588
FAX:+ 91 33 22803344
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MASALA ENTERTAINMENT PVT. LTD.
E 06 IKV, Near C 162, Okhla Phase-1,
New Delhi 110020, India
Telephone: +91 11 32328855
Masala Entertainment Private Limited is Modeling Agency and Artist/Celebrity Management Company based in New Delhi, India. Our artist management services are efficient, trustworthy, and honest and keep you totally informed about everything.
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MODELS ARCADE
B-VI/1376, Modern Colony, Yamuna nagar, India
Telephone: 919812099141
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MODELSGURU
C-108, Shivalik, Malviya Nagar
New Delhi-110017.
Ph.: 91-11-41041080 / 81 / 82
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NEW INDIAN MODELS
201, Mayur Plaza,LSC-6,Mayur Vihar-I, Delhi, India
Telephone: 91-11-2271222
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RG MODELS MANAGEMENT
J-1/31, Malviya Nagar , New Delhi , India
Mobile- 09871665904 , 09219553100
Phone- 09871665904 , 09219553100
RG Media, Films & Advertising Co. is Delhi & Mumbai Based India's Modeling Agency, Advertising Agency, Casting Agency, Production House, Modeling Portfolio & Fashion Photographers, Modeling-Acting School, Media-PR, Artists-Celebrity & Event Management
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SMILES
1, Mallika, Makarand Soc Savarkar marg, Mumbai, India
Telephone: 912224458877
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STAR MODEL MANAGEMENT,
4/17, Kalkaji Extension,
New Delhi–110019 INDIA
At Star Models, we have an experienced and dedicated team whose aim is to provide the highest quality representation for its models and outstanding service to its clients. We provide our services to them in a manner that gives them exactly what they are looking for, in the best and most professional manner.
We plan for a long term relation with the models, treating them well and grooming the best out of them, always taking their strengths and personal circumstances into account. This, we believe will maximise their potential, their job satisfaction and the opportunities available to them.
Likewise we build our client relationships for the long term, endeavouring consistently to have the best modeling talent with the most professional service available to them.

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Modelling : Contact Details of Model / Talent Agencies

Modelling Agencies in USA(New York Only)

  University Models Inc.
1133 Pleasantville Rd, 3rd Flr, Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510
web: www.universitymodels.com
E-mail: Contact Us
Fax:914-923-3664

 •  Conwall Career Centre
Two Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY 14201
Ph: 716-884-0763; Fax: 716-882-8931

 •  New Faces
70-10 Austin St, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Ph: 718-261-7759; Fax: 718-261-3506

 •  Personal Best,
3960 Harlem Rd, Ste 11C, Buffalo, NY 14226
Ph: 716-839-9012

 •  Nexus Personal  Mgmt,
PO Box 614, Fairport, NY 14450
Ph: 716-425-1377; Fax: 716-425-1362

 •  New Faces
25 Woodbury Rd, Hicksville, NY11081
Ph: 516-822-4208; Fax: 516-938-1725

 •  Barbizon/Shiver Model Management
117 Metropolitan park, Liverpool, NY 13088
Ph: 315-457-7580; Fax: 315-457-6289

 •  Claire Model & Talent Mgmt Inc.
PO Box 1351, Long Beach, NY 11561
Ph: 516-897-3703; Fax: 516-889-4889
Email: Contact Us

 •  Mary Therese Friel Inc.
1251 Pittsford Mendon Rd, Mendon, NY 14506
716-624-5510; Fax: 716-582-1268
Web: www.youcanbe.com

 •  Elite Model Management
111 East 22nd St, New York, NY 10010
Ph: 212-529-9700; Fax: 212-475-0572

 •  Flaunt Model Management Inc.
114 East 32nd Street, Ste 501, NYC, NY11016
Ph: 212-679-9011

 •  Grace Del Marco Multi-Cultural Model & Talent Group
350 fifth Avenue, Ste 3110, New York, NY 10118
Ph: 212-629-6404; Fax: 212-629-6403

 •  Gramercy Models Inc
928 Broadway, #500, New York, NY 10010
Ph: 212-598-1003; Fax: 212-254-9486

 •  ID Men
155 Spring Street, New York, NY 10012
Ph: 212-334-4333; Fax: 212-334-4999

 •  Karin Models
524 Broadway, New York, NY 10012
Ph: 212-226-4100; Fax: 212-226-4060

 •  The Lyons Group
505 Eighth Ave, Ste 1400, New York, NY 10008
Ph: 212-239-3539; Fax: 212-643-1920

 •  Mac2
156 Fifth Avenue, Suite 222, New York, NY 10010
Ph: 212-627-3100;  Fax: 212-627-7293
Web: www.macdonaldrichardsmodels.com
Email: Contact Us

 •  Madison Models
84 Wooster St, 4th Flr, New York, NY 10011
Ph: 212-941-5577; Fax: 212-941-5559
Web: www.madisonmodels.com
Email: Contact Us

 •  Major Model Management
381 Park Ave South, Ste 1501, New York, NY 10016
Ph:212- 685-1200; Fax: 212-683-5200
E-mail: Contact Us

 •  Marilyn Inc
300 Park Ave South, 2nd Floor, NYC, NY 10010
Ph: 212-260-6500;  Fax: 212-260-0821

 •  Maxx Men
30 E 20th st, 6th Fl, New York, NY 10003
Ph: 212-228-0278; Fax: 212-228-0438

 •  Mc Donald/Richards Model Management . NYC
156 fifth avenue, Suite 222, New York, NY 10010
Ph: 212-627-3100; Fax: 212-627-7293
Web: www.mcdonaldrichardsmodels.com
E-mail: Contact Us

 •  Mega Management
594 Broadway, Ste 507, New York, NY 10012
Ph: 212-334-5800; Fax: 212-334-9164

 •  Metropolitan
220 Fifth Ave, Ste 800, NYC, NY 10001
Ph: 212-481-0500; Fax: 212-481-2525


•  Model & Talent Management
15 Penn Plaza, Ste. 170 New York, NY 10001
Ph: 212-239-6608; Fax: 212-967-4256

 •  Natasha's Models .Scouting Office
143 E 13th, New York, NY 10003
Contact : Allesandra Litta
Web: www.natashas.com
Tel/Fax: 212-475-8783

 •  New York Model Management
149 Wooster St, 7th Floor, NYC, NY 10012
Ph: 212-539-1700; Fax: 212-539-1775
Web: http://www.newyorkmodels.com

 •  Next Management
23 watts Street, New York, NY 10013
Ph: 212-925-5100; Fax: 212-925-5931
  Web : www.nextmodels.com

 •  New York City, Modeling Agencies, Children
Ford/Children, 142 Greene St, 4th Flr, NYC, NY 10012
Ph: 212-219-6150; Fax212-219-6156

 •  Generation Model Mgmt Inc
20 West 20th, Ste 1008, New York city, NY 10011
Contact : Patti Fleischer
Ph: 212-727-7219; Fax: 212-727-7147

 •  Little Macs/Macs Teens
156 Fifth Avenue, Suite 222, New York, NY 10010
Contact : Benjamin Donner
Ph: 212-627-3100; Fax: 212-627-7293
Web: www.mcdonaldrichardsmodels.com

 •  Product Model Management Inc
240 W 35th, Ste 1001, New York, NY 10010
Ph: 212-563-6444; Fax: 212-465-1967

 •  Withlemina /Children's Division
300 Park Ave, South, New York, NY 10010
Ph: 212-473-1253; Fax :212-473-3223
Modelling Agencies in Canada, Newfoundland


  X-Posure International Inc
155 Water St. Ste 101. St John's NFLD A1C 1B1
Contact : Ms Alma Connock
Ph: 709- 579-2996; Fax: 709-726-3956

Contact Details of Model / Talent Agencies in Australia

•  Allure International Models Pty Ltd
35 Dover St, Albion, QLD 4010
Contact : Jacqueline Schell
Ph: 7-3262-6566; Fax: 7-3262-6577

 •  Tamblyn Models
Concrode House - Level 2, 217 George St, Brisbane, Qld 4000
Contact : Sallie Tamblyn
Ph: 7-3229-1299; Fax: 7-3229-1243

 •  Cosmopolitan Model Mgmt
537 Malvern Rd, Toorak, Melbourne, VIC 3142
Ph: 3-9823-1438; Fax: 3-9826-5196
Contact : Deborah Miller

 •  Jemma International PTY LTD
Level 3, API House, 100 Murray St, Perth, WA 6000
Contact : Maxine Howell- Price
Ph: 8-9421-1770; Fax: 8-9421-1797
Email: Contact Us

 •  Spiers Model Management

858 Hay Street, Perth 6000- Western Australia
Contact : Liz Joyce /Jan Fabretti
Ph: 8-9322-1044; Fax: 8-9322-1044
Web : www.spiers.wantree.com.au
Email: Contact Us

•  China Arts - Int'l  Asian Model Management
7B, 2nd Flr, 251 chapel St, Prahran, VIC 3181
Contact : Hanning l. Han
Ph: 3-9533-6688, 0412-466-996; Fax: 3-9533-6688

 •  Giant Management PTY Ltd
15 Darling St, PO Box 580, South Yarra, VIC 3141
Contact : Greg Tyshing
Ph: 3-9866-6455; Fax: 3-9866-6389
Email: Contact Us

 MODEL INSTITUTIONS IN INDIA

Aditi Modelling Service, Bangalore( Karnataka )
324,Upper Palace Orchard , Bangalore ( Bangalore (Bengaluru) Dist. ) - 560 080

Ashraf Studios, Mumbai( Maharashtra )
Opp.Mahim Rly. Station,Mahim West , Mumbai ( Mumbai Dist. ) - 400016

Boman Irani, Mumbai( Maharashtra )
51/L. Paradise,Shyam Niwas,Bhulabhai Desai Road , Mumbai ( Mumbai Dist. ) - 400026

Catwalk, New Delhi( Delhi )
K-40, Hauz Khas Enclave , New Delhi ( Delhi ) - 110016

Face 1, Mumbai( Maharashtra )
797, Jesia Building,Jam-e-Jamshedji Road,Parsi Colony,Dadar , Mumbai ( Mumbai Dist. ) - 400 014

Glitz, New Delhi( Delhi )
F-100 Lajpat Nagar II , New Delhi ( Delhi ) - 110 024

Mayrose Management Services, Mumbai( Maharashtra )
302,Radha Mukund,B.P. Road,Dahisar-West , Mumbai ( Mumbai Dist. )

New India Models.Com, New Delhi( Delhi )
201,Mayur Plaza,LSC Opp. ASN School, Mayur Vihar Phase-1 , New Delhi ( Delhi )

Ozone Models Management, Mumbai( Maharashtra )
Gamdevi Phiroze Shah Road,Santa Cruz(W) , Mumbai ( Mumbai Dist. ) - 400007

Passion EC, Kolkata( West Bengal )
191,Sector I,Salt Lake , Kolkata ( Kolkata Dist. )

Platinum Models, New Delhi( Delhi )
A 276, Shivalik , New Delhi ( Delhi ) - 110017

Profilez Estd., Hyderabad( Andhra Pradesh )
P29, F10, UCO Avenue Apts.,Novodaya Colony,Srinagar , Hyderabad ( Hyderabad Dist. )

RG Advertising & Modeling Agency, New Delhi( Delhi )
J-1/31, Malviya Nagar , New Delhi ( Delhi ) - 110017

The Bridge, New Delhi( Delhi )
201,Bhanot Trade Centre,Paschim Vihar , New Delhi ( Delhi )

The Modelling Academy, Mumbai( Maharashtra )
Malad , Mumbai ( Mumbai Dist. ) - 400064

CAREER OPTIONS IN MODELING

CAREER OPTIONS IN MODELING




Modeling : Introduction


 Modeling today has become one of the most sought after career options for youngsters . This is one of the most thrilling as well as lucrative profession, it attracts males and females equally, though there was a time when females dominated the field. With the expansion of consumerism and media there has been a fabulous boost in the ad industry. This along with upsurge in fashion industry have made modeling an attractive career option.
It has generated a large and continuing demand for fresh faces and personalities to launch and promote a variety of branded products or show a garment to its best advantage.

Modeling is undoubtedly a glamorous field which offers tremendous opportunities to travel and meet various classes of people. Moreover once established it is a highly paid job. Even with all these plus points it involves lot of hard work, dedication and perseverance to be successful in this field. It is a highly competitive and short- lived career. Further, stress factor is high and the hours are erratic. The job also requires a lot of stamina and patience. 

 It is a profession where educational qualifications become insignificant and physical attributes and personal qualities assume importance.

Modeling are of various types. The modeling can be broadly classified into ramp modelling, television modeling and print modeling.

Modelling : Eligibility & Course Areas

 Eligibility: There is no specific qualification or age limit to enter into this field. First step for making an entry is to prepare a portfolio. This consists of a series of photographs taken by a professional photographer. The portfolio can then be shown to an advertising agency, a model co-ordinating agency providing suitable models according to requirements, or a fashion designer. Another way to enter into this career is to apply for the contests sponsored by magazines, cloth manufactures, cosmetic companies etc and participating in beauty pageants.

There are no set standards of training in this area, and models are usually expected to learn on the job. A beginning for training in this field has been made by ex-models who have set up training schools, however it is restricted mainly to Delhi and Mumbai.

Training programs includes instructions on beauty care, make-up, hair styling, diet and exercise, how to walk and carry yourself elegantly and so on. These training programs include guidance on how to make a contract and other technicalities. Guidance on making a portfolio also forms a part of such training programs.
 Personal attributes:

Main attributes required to become a model is a good and healthy complexion, and lustrous hair. Models should be tall, fashion industry criteria for best models are 5'7" to 6' or 6' plus. For a man, height should be 6' or 6' plus and he should be muscular. Being photogenic is the single most important quality to have for a model. Apart from this good knowledge of acting, camera friendly attitude and a great amount of self confidence will reward success in this profession. They must also be open to criticism

Modelling : Job Prospects & Career Options

 Job prospects

There is no dearth of jobs in modelling these days. Job prospects are available to models :

 •  In product advertising
 •  Featuring in music videos
 •  Doing live fashion shows
 •  Showroom displays or garment fairs
 •  Opening a school for models
 •  Setting up a model co-ordinating agency
 •  Acting in television programmes or films

Career options

Modelling can be mainly classified into Television modelling, Print modelling/Still modelling, Ramp modelling/live modelling, Show room modelling, Advertising modelling etc.

Television modelling: This involves modelling before the Movie camera, to be used for Television commercials, cinema, video, internet etc. Modelling for video or films often includes some acting or dance and is mostly conducted on location. To make a successful television model you need a flair for acting.

Print modelling: Models generally pose for still photographs, to be utilized in the press advertisements, brochures, magazines, catalogues, calendars etc. Models for print media have to work along with ad agencies and photographers.

Show room modelling : As per the name it take place in the showrooms. Models work generally for the exporters, garment manufacturers and the big garment retailers to display the latest trends of fashion to the buyers.

 Ramp or catwalk modelling / Live modelling: Requires models to display the garments and accessories in front of a live audience. This can be at an exhibition or a fashion show, or at a showroom or point of purchase. Ramp modelling, thus, requires long hours of practice. Performing in a live show before an audience can be very stressful. It requires tremendous confidence and poise. Ramp models should have a good posture, walking style and body language.

Advertising modelling: This is the one where both print & electronic media has equal importance. It is in order to promote or popularise a product. Advertising models appear in press advertisements, on posters, in TV commercials and advertising films. Advertising modelling is open to models of all age groups. Basic acting skills and a photogenic face are must.


Modelling : Remuneration

        

The amount of money paid to models depends upon how prestigious the show is and who the organisers are. Female models typically earn more than male models for similar work. An established model who is consistently on the popularity charts earns anything between Rs 20,000 to Rs 50,000 per fashion Show. Low budget shows pay models somewhere around Rs 5,000 to Rs 10,000. Print ads pay according to the number of photographs used. Magazine spreads and billboard advertisements also pay well - reputed magazines paying around Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000 per photograph.

Fashion Designing

Fashion Designing : Introduction

India which has always been a centre for the textile and garment trade is also growing into a centre of innovation in garment and accessory design. Fashion technology has a wide scope for choosing a career. Now the fashion industry has become so specialized that it encompasses a vast field of studies in design, concept management, design production management, quality control, planning, 




fabric design, printing, fashion accessory design, fashion merchandising, textile science, colour mixing, marketing and so on. 


The primary areas of work in the fashion industry are market research, designing and manufacturing of garments and textiles.  
Fashion design is the most important area of work in fashion industry. Designing involves creating original designs after studying the changing trends of the market i.e market research. It has various fields of specialisation like garments, footwear, jewellery and even luggage. It is a challenging field as it requires the coordination of various jobs, in small concerns it is usually a one man show but in big organisations the jobs are specialised and allotted to different people. 






Manufacturing involves purchasing textiles and fabrics required for the design and making the garment according to the master pattern. Manufacturing process requires employment of a large number of trained personnel






 Eligibility & Course Areas


Minimum eligibility for the Undergraduate course in this field is 10+2 with 50% marks and for Post Graduate courses graduation. In the prominent institutes, admission is strictly on merit- through written test, situation test, group discussion and interview. These courses are aimed at understanding concepts related to costume, jewellery, leather goods and many other similar products where fashion matters. 


The courses include Graduate, Post graduate, Certificate and Diploma in the following areas: 


 • Accessory designing and fashion designing 






 • Garment Manufacturing Technology
 • Apparel marketing and Merchandising
 • Leather and Garment Design and Technology
 • Knitwear Design and Technology
 • Textile Design and Development
 • Fashion Journalism and Presentation
While 10+2 is sufficient for Accessory designing and Fashion Designing, Graduates are preferred for other courses.


The training also includes internship in an organization which gives the students industry functions. Training is usually imparted keeping in mind the demands of the international market. Most training institutes have the  latest technologies including laboratories, workshops, design and research centers, libraries, computers and information about the latest development in the industry.
Prominent institutes in Fashion Technology are National institute of Fashion technology (NIFT), National Institute of Design (NID), International Institute of Fashion Technology, New Delhi (IIFT); IEC School of Art and Fashion, New Delhi; Indian Institute of Art and Fashion Technology (IIAFT), Mumbai; Pearl Academy of fashion, New Delhi; J.D Institute of fashion Technology, New Delhi.