Hello Kesha,
Thank you for your post, albeit negative and unfortunately quite misleading.
You visited us, presumably with the intention of becoming a model. In doing so, you willingly paid for your train fare and possibly tram services. Yet, when it comes to investing in your modelling career, there seems to be an expectation that everything should be free. We find this rather confusing.
Please allow us to clarify how a model agency operates. A client will typically express interest in a particular model, at which point they ask us several questions about them. This is precisely why we require all our models to attend an in-person meeting with us at least once.
If the client is satisfied with the information we provide, they then request all available photographs of the model. They may also ask for a professional video, which allows them to see how the model presents on camera and moves naturally. In many cases, they will also inquire whether the model has received catwalk training.
If the client is happy with all of the above, they will then ask us to contact the model to confirm their availability for the assignment. This is how professional modelling opportunities are secured.
Providing these services incurs significant costs; approximately £3,000 per model. These include the production of high-quality photographs, video footage, and catwalk training. Models receive copies of all materials produced for their personal use. We only earn income when a model secures paid work, through a 20% commission.
The upfront contribution we request from models is refunded at the end of the contract period, and is required as a security measure. Without this, we would be taking considerable financial risk, especially if a model is unavailable to fulfil assignments.
Regarding the claim that we were misleading: this is simply untrue. We clearly inform all prospective models. First verbally during the initial phone call. Then again via email. And once more in person that our fees begin from just £100. We do not proceed with the interview until the individual has confirmed their understanding and agreement. Unfortunately, it seems this important context was omitted from your post.
Finally, it is worth noting that we are fully regulated by the Government. This ensures transparency, fairness, and accountability in all our dealings. We operate strictly by the book, as any deviation would result in immediate closure. While no one is obligated to engage our services, it is important to recognise that most things cost money.
Thank you for your time.
Cachet MM
