Singapore Modelling
If you’ve ever considered being a model, you’ve probably asked yourself “where do I begin?”
One of the first steps in the entire modelling process that will definitely benefit your career, in the long run, is looking for a modelling agency.
Benefits of being under a modelling agency
If you want to make a career and livelihood out of modelling, you need to have an agency. Some argue and say that it is indeed possible to be a freelance model, but they definitely have their pros and cons.
Protection and security
Being under a modelling agency hosts a variety of benefits and one of them is having protection and being safe. Agencies will be able to confirm that your working environment and conditions are safe even before working on a specific project. Freelance models rarely ask questions with regards to their security out of fear that they would offend the client, but modelling agencies or agents will do everything that they can to ensure the safety of their clients.
Having someone manage your bookings for you
Being a freelance model and handling all your bookings on your own can be an extremely stressful task. Not only are you organising your bookings, but you’ll also have to show up at various meetings and communicate with multiple clients all at the same time. One of the jobs of a modelling agent is to coordinate all the bookings of their models and all the model needs to do is simply show up for their fitting, shoot, or show. It’s as simple as that!
More prestigious bookings
Since most agencies would already have a well-established clientele, you can expect quality bookings as a model. Legitimate modelling agencies have a long-standing history with working for reputable fashion brands like Vogue, Victoria’s Secret, Calvin Klein, Harper’s Bazaar, and so much more. If you want to be able to work for brands like these, be sure to look for a modelling agency that is already well-known and esteemed in the industry.
Greater exposure and connections
One major advantage of being under an agency is being able to work for more than one agency, just as long as it is in a different market altogether. What this means is that you can work for one agency in a specific city like New York, but work for a completely different one in another city. This gives you more chances of exposure and opportunities to build connections around the world too.
Career development
When you work with an agency, your career as a model will certainly flourish as agencies would want to see their talents succeed. Agents do not just accept all projects that come their way for their models, but they pick out the right projects for them that they know will make a difference in their careers.
Types of modelling in Singapore
Commercial modelling
Since they are needed for a variety of reasons, commercial models can be of any size or age. The job of a commercial model is to sell a product that they’ve been hired to market, so this type of modelling is not exclusive to high fashion. The different types of commercial modelling include catalogue, makeup, print work, swimsuits, and many more.
Editorial Modelling
Editorial models are the faces you see in high-end fashion magazines such as Vogue, Elle, and Harper’s Bazaar. Editorial modelling consists of storytelling through a series of pictures. An editorial in a magazine would usually consist of several pages, where you’d see models sporting different designer outfits that showcase the various fashion, beauty and style trends that are in season. The selection process for editorial models is also rather niche and can be quite difficult to get into.
Runway modelling
Known as one of the most popular types of modelling, models who walk the runway during fashion week are called runway or catwalk models. These models are hired by designers to showcase the clothes that they’ve created for their collection; and not the other way around. Since the clothes were made for the collection and not specifically for the model, the chosen runway models need to have very specific measurements. One of the strictest requirements needed to become a runway model anywhere in the world is height. So if you’re a little lacklustre in the height department, maybe runway modelling may not be for you.
Event modelling
Also known as show girls, event models are hired for various corporate or entertainment events who do promotional work for brands and products. In some occasions, event models are required to interact with the invited guests as well, which is my socialising is a skill that is highly sought-after for most event models. You can find them commonly in automotive trade shows, media events and other gatherings.
Body modelling
Ever seen a poster or advertisement of a watch being worn, or perhaps hand cream being applied and wondered if the body parts were real? The answer is yes — body part modelling is a real thing. Body part models are needed to model different things such as watches, hand creams, shoes or pantyhose and it also a lot of maintenance. Sometimes, body parts models who are high-demand even have the specific body part insured for a high price. The most commonly modelled body parts are feet, hands and legs.
Kids Modelling
Baby or child modelling is just like commercial modelling, except with kids! The process is generally similar, with having the kids sport different outfits for a specific brand or company. At a shoot, there would typically be more people at the set as young children often get distracted easily and they need certain things or people to grab their attention and keep them focused.
If you think you’ve found a certain area in modelling that you’ll definitely grow in and excel in, don’t be afraid to give it a shot! The only failure is to never try.
Modelling Agency |
Basic Models Management |
About |
Founded in October 2012, Basic Models Management aims to be different from other modelling agencies in Singapore. Instead of just being a middleman and bringing in models from other countries, we focus on developing great models from Singapore and around the region. With a comprehensive training program and a clear career path, Basic Models Management is the agency of choice for aspiring models who want to make modelling a career. |
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Address |
The Commerze @ Irving, 1 Irving Place #09-10 |
Telephone |
6910 1801 |
Modelling Agency |
Upfront Models and Production |
About |
Upfront Models & Production began in 1997 as a broad-based company representing only the very best fashion and commercial models. Today, Upfront is one of the most successful model management companies in the Asia Pacific region representing male and female models from Singapore and all over the world. |
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Address |
No. 5 Upper Aljunied Link, #08-03, Quartz Industrial Building Singapore |
Telephone |
6323 5345 |
Modelling Agency |
NOW Model Management |
About |
Established in 2011, Singapore-based NOW Model Management is fast becoming the agency of choice for models and clients with its proven track record in professionalism and dedicated service. Representing male and female professional models and new faces from Singapore and all over the world, NOW Model Management is committed to discover, nurture, and build their modelling careers in the region and beyond. |
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http://www.nowmodelmgmt.com/about/ |
Address |
266B South Bridge Road |
Telephone |
6222 6518 |
Modelling Agency |
EliteModels & Talent Management |
About |
Established since 2015, EliteModels And Talent Management take pride in being one of the professional, meticulous and goal-orientated modelling companies for clients to work with. After all these years of striving in this glamour industry, we have developed a robust system of connecting hardworking and aspiring models to the right clients, proudly meeting the needs of all creative agencies, event coordinators and production companies. |
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https://www.elitemodels.sg/ |
Address |
218 Changi Road #03-01 |
Telephone |
9760 4771 |
Modelling Agency |
Shine Models Singapore |
About |
Established in 1999, Shine Models & Talent Agency is one of Singapore’s fastest-growing Modeling Agency. It’s also the agency of choice for models and clients. Their proven track record of professionalism and dedicated service to our models confirms our reliability. Shine Models was founded by Ice Sherry Lee. |
Website |
https://shinemodels.com.sg/ |
Address |
317 Outram Road, Concorde Shopping Centre #02-52 |
Telephone |
6659 4722 |
Modelling Agency |
Mint Singapore |
About |
Mint is a commercial modelling agency representing Singapore-based models and talents from infants to seniors.
Mint was founded with our team’s 25 years of experience in the modelling industry. They have worked extensively in the region; focusing mainly on commercial print & video shoots and events. On top of representation and management, they also provide classes/courses in the areas of deportment, grooming, modelling and singing. |
Website |
http://www.mintsingapore.com/ |
Telephone |
6336 3170
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Modelling Agency |
Ave Management |
About |
Founded in 2004 by photographer duo ChuanDo & Frey, AVE Management has been defining the fashion and modelling industry, becoming one of the most recognized modelling agencies in Singapore and around the world. They offering the highest quality representation to some of the top models worldwide. |
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Address |
70 Shenton Way, #13-06 Eon Shenton |
Telephone |
68874629 |
Modelling Agency |
Mannequin Studio |
About |
Mannequin Studio was established in the year 1972 and is a modelling agency in Singapore. With an extensive range of models from Asian, Eurasian, and Caucasian men and women, they have become one of the modelling agencies in the country to look out for. |
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http://mannequins.com.sg/ |
Address |
372 River Valley Road #02-01 |
Telephone |
6224 8626 / 6624 7163
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Modelling Agency |
Phantom Model Agency |
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Founded in 1993, Phantom is one of Singapore’s leading modelling agencies in talent discovery and model management, widely recognized for its diverse client roster. As an industry pioneer, Phantom Models continue to challenge the status quo with its clientele, and broad opportunities for all its talents. Phantom specialises in representing men and women who have strong portfolios, with tear sheets from many of the leading industrial centres for fashion, editorials, advertising, and runways, experienced both in photographic shoots and shows. |
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Address |
77C Duxton Road |
Telephone |
9452 7899 |
Modelling Agency |
VVIP Models Singapore |
About |
VVIP Models is Singapore’s leading professional modelling agency with a combined team experience of over 20 years. They provide clients with the most sought after models and talents in Singapore for fashion shows, print ads, television, events and product launches. VVIP Models is an extension of Inside VVIP, an international events company that creates memorable events and luxury parties in over 30 cities worldwide under the management of Bajaj Entertainment Pte. Ltd. |
Website |
http://vvipmodels.com.sg/ |
Address | 16 Coller Quay, Income at Raffles #18-00 |
Telephone |
9271 5859 |
Modelling Agency |
Impact Models Studio |
About |
Impact Models Studio is one of the pioneers in the modelling industry, as well as one of the leaders in the field of child modelling. Led by a dedicated team of professionals, we strive to share our expertise with all the parents and children who come through our doors.
Over the years, Impact Models Studio endeavour to consistently provide the highest quality representation for our models, as well as the best professional services and advice to our valued clients.
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Website |
http://www.impactmodels.com/home |
Address | 201 Henderson Road,#04-28 APEX@Henderson |
Telephone |
6536 9668 |
Modelling Agency |
Nu Models & Nu Management |
About |
Nu Models and Nu Management is a Singapore based model and artist management agency, created with discovering and nurturing the hidden talents of our models in mind. Realising the need for the expansion of our models’ careers, we have established an organisation that plans the career paths of our models that goes beyond modelling. The management team is made up of industry professionals with at least 10 years of working experience in the modelling and entertainment business. |
Website |
http://thenumanagement.com/ |
Address | 14 Penhas Road |
Telephone |
6291 8010 |
Modelling Agency |
The People Studio |
About |
The People Studio aims o be the one-stop solution for all your talent and casting needs, while providing the most competitive prices in the industry. They strive to do their best to cater to all your needs as our services are available 24/7 for any urgent projects and last-minute emergencies. They manage models, actors and talents for various media projects and events. Their models and talents also appear on TV Commercials, corporate videos, print advertisements, magazine editorials, fashion shows, and more. |
Website |
https://www.modelmanagement.com/agency/the-people-studio/ |
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FAQs
What are the Types of Modelling?
– Editorial Modelling
– Runway modelling
– Event modelling
– Body modelling
– Kids Modelling