You want to reach the next level in your modeling career, or you are just starting with modeling? Do it with us!
Since 1988, we provide worldwide modeling services. Our focus is advertising, this means our models usually work for renowned brands in high-profile campaigns around the globe. If you have seen a TV spot, a fashion website, or a billboard, then the chances are good that you have seen one of your future co-workers.
But there is even more than that, we have also provided models for music videos and Hollywood movie productions. Our clients value our reliability, our highly professional models, and our full-service approach.
At MICA Models, you work with renowned people from the modeling and advertising industries. You will meet some of the world’s best photographers, make-up artists or modeling coaches. And it’s no rarity that you’ll meet some of the world-famous designers you are doing jobs for, as many of them are attending the photo shootings to add their specific touch.
How do the modeling jobs look like?
You will be doing jobs for our clients for their advertising campaigns around the world.
Advertising is a huge field; therefore, there is a vast variety in how your work will be. You will wear the newest designer dresses for photos which will appear in fashion magazines, you will be part of TV spots, you will see your face on billboards, you will appear in fashion online shops and websites. But it is not only fashion and clothing, you will also appear in advertising for beverage producers, car manufacturers or technology companies.
Most of the jobs are done withing 2-4 days at a production location chosen by the client, which can be all over the world. We organize travel and accommodation for you, so you can reach the production location without having to worry about anything – and without ever having to pay for anything. You will get the business class tickets, reservations in the best hotels, personal airport transfer, and everything else that you need to feel comfortable. You just need to bring yourself and of course your charisma. We want you to be relaxed and refreshed when you do the client job, so you can deliver your best performance. Therefore, you will be welcomed by our local team at your destination, which will guide you to the production site and help you with everything that might come up.
How will I get into the specific jobs?
The clients pick the models which they think are most suitable for the specific job.
Before you will be doing a job, the client needs to pick you. This happens with the help of our web-based client job management system. In this system, you will be assigned client requests that you might be a good match for. Each client request contains a description of the campaign, you will see what the topic is, where the production will take place and of course, what you would earn. Then you can decide whether you want to be considered for this job or not. If you are interested in the client job, we send your file to our client. Client requests usually appear a few weeks or even months before the job takes place, so it is enough time to plan and organize for everyone involved.
The client then checks the available options and books the desired models. Occasionally, this involves various decision rounds. The result of the client’s decision will also be presented to you in the web system. If you got booked, your Modeling Consultant will contact you with the details. And then – you will go and do a fantastic job!
How much will I earn?
It depends on the number and value of the client jobs, but some of the models earn more than USD 500,000 per year.
The payments depend on your experience and the specific client request – and of course, they depend on how often you get booked by a client. Many of our girls make more than USD 20,000 per month. Our top models reach a yearly income of over USD 500,000. Your salary figures also depend on the kind of contract you have with us (see next page for details).
Contract per Client Job
Maximum flexibility.
If you want maximum flexibility, you can make client job based contracts with us. There are no obligations on either side, you can step in whenever you want to and step out whenever you want to take a break. This means, that you only sign a contract if you accept a client job, and this contract only lasts for this specific client job.
Pro's:
- Your salary is only limited by the number of jobs you do
- You can come and go whenever you want - no obligation to do a certain number of jobs
- You can work with multiple agencies at once
Con's:
- No guaranteed income
- No additional bonuses or insurances
Fixed Salary Contract
Highest level of security.
If you want a higher level of security, you can sign a fixed salary unlimited term contract with us. As prerequisite for a fixed salary contract, you must work with us for at least six months on a per client job contract basis, and you need to have done at least four client jobs for our agency.
Pro's:
- Guaranteed fixed income of at least USD 9,000 per month
- Automatic 5% salary increase every year
- Yearly bonus of 30% of the revenue you generate above your fixed salary
- Health insurance and pension fund
- You get paid even if you aren’t picked for client job every month
Con's:
- You have to do at least 12 client jobs per year
- You have a three month notice period before you can leave
- You are only allowed to exclusively work with our agency
Additional Benefit
As an additional benefit in both contract options, we have a partnership with the Wegener-Hänger-Abasco Foundation for Beauty Treatments, which provides all kinds of beauty treatments for our models. The treatments can either be grant-aided by the agency for price reduction, or can even be completely free in certain cases.
Who can become model?
Everybody who is good-looking, over 18 and reliable.
We are constantly looking for new talents or experienced models from everywhere in the world. Advertising is a branch with a very high variety; therefore, we are glad to receive applications from men and women of all looks, body-types, and all age groups.
It might help you if you have previous modeling experience, nevertheless this is not a requirement. Our model coaches will help you to do a good job, even if you don’t have previous experience. We do expect that you act professionally, that you are reliable and determined to do an excellent job. If you do follow these expectations, you will be successful.
Please note: You must be older than 18 years, also you mustn't have any criminal record. If you have formerly worked as an actress in pornographic productions or similar branches, we probably can't accept your application. We currently also can't accept applications from models living in countries belonging to the European Union, China, or North Korea.
How can I apply?
Please use our Application Form for applying.
Alternatively, you can contact us either via e-mail or on our Instagram account.
Our mission is to provide the highest possible quality to our clients; therefore, we are very picky in choosing our models. Please don’t be disappointed, if we cannot include you in our model database right now, as we only accept about 10% of the applications reaching us.
What else is needed?
After your application has been accepted, we need your sed-cards (a collection of photos in a specific format) to get you going. In case you have worked in advertising modeling before, you might already have a suitable sed-card (it must be less than six months old). If you don’t already have suitable photos, our photo editors will guide you how to do these at home - you won’t have to pay for a professional photographer. On your first client job, we will then update your sed-cards with professional photos.
Where is the catch?
There is no catch.
There is absolutely no risk for you as you don’t have to invest anything, you don’t have to pay anything, and you only will sign contracts for the specific jobs. You can quit anytime; you have the free choice about which client requests you accept, and you will never have to pay anything when working with us. If it suits you, you can sign a fixed contract later.
But you should know that this job is challenging. There are many beautiful models out there who also are determined to get into the best client jobs. Your success depends on various factors: especially, your self-presentation is important. You need to be professional, and reliable; you need good-looking sed cards, and you need to be willing to apply for numerous client jobs. It is part of the job that clients will decide against you. We know that – but you will have to accept that you can’t be successful on every client request. It takes a time until you get used to it.