Applying to the Female Model Agency Top List

Your Female Model Agency Listing
Here is a short list of the top female fashion model agencies located in New York City and a few other major cities around the world in no particular order.

If you want a real career and have the look to become a superstar in modeling, these are the ones from the biggest in the female model agency industry to contact. Read the directory and make your choice from these talent agents.

Top Female Fashion Model Agencies

1 Management
The top modeling agency 1 Management is a great company but remember these are not listed in any specific order so scroll down and learn about each of the top agents listed here.

Sporting models like Claudia and Tatiana (not to mention Naomi Campbell and Angela Lindvall), 1 Management is absolutely not to be ignored.

Even though 1 Management is not the oldest model agency around, it has been said that President Scott Lipps is one of the most ambitious modeling agents in New York City.

Contact Info and Requirements for 1 Management

One Model Management
424 West Broadway
New York City. NY 10012.
USA

(212) 431-0054
fax: (212) 966-8614

Website: http://www.1modelmanagement.com/

Requirements:
Age – 13 to 21
Height – 5’9 or taller
Apply to 1 Management
In order to sign up for modeling with One, you will need to submit a very clear headshot and a good, full length image. Images can be snapshots and requirements for images are ..

• No Makeup
  Image should be shot outdoors with natural light (no flash)
  A plain, basic color top and bottom
  Photo sizes can be no larger than 2 MB

 

- DNA, A Female Model Agency for High Fashion Girls

• DNA modeling caters to the high fashion market and has no shortage of super-star models on its agenda. They work basically in one type of modeling. If you are interested in high fashion modeling, don’t pass this one by.Top list talent listed such as Adriana Lima, Natalia Vodionova, Karen Elson and Karolina Kurkova, DNA can hold its own when it comes to high fashion models.

Contact Info and Requirements for DNA Models

• DNA Model Management LLC
  520 Broadway 11th Floor
  New York, NY 10012
  tel +1 212-226-0080 ext. 4
  fax +1 212-226-7711
  Website: http://www.dnamodels.com/

   

  Requirements:
  Females
  Age – 13 to 21
  Height – 5′ 7″ to 6′
  Male
  Age – 15 and up
  5’11″ and up

• Submission to DNA
  A very clear headshot and a good, full length image. Images can be snapshots and requirements for images are ..
   
   
  • No Makeup
    Image should be shot outdoors with natural light (no flash)
    A plain, basic color top and bottom
    Photo sizes can be no larger than 2 MB
    Call DNA for specific guidelines and how to apply.

 

Elite
Now, while Elite is not exclusively a female model agency, they are certainly at the top! What can I say about Elite models except that they are an icon always on the top of the list in the modeling industry with 30 years experience and plenty of punch.

• The agent has the power to turn you into a star (if you are accepted) so go for it! Just to mention a couple of female models from Elite, how about Michaela or Chiara. You could do a lot worse than to be in their position. Elite is absolutely a must to put on your list of model agencies to contact.

Contact Info and Requirements for Elite Modeling

Elite Model Management
404 Park Avenue South, 9th Floor
6th Floor
New York, NY 10016
Tel: 212-529-9700
Fax: 212-475-0572

Website: http://www.elitemodel.com/

Requirements:
Age – 13 to 21
Height – Females need to be 5’9 or taller

 

Ford

This top female model agency for fashion is well recognized. You can’t find many girls or women who have not heard of Ford. Not that they are the best on the top ten list but they have a healthy cash flow and a seemingly endless line of scouts so can keep adding names like Cameron, Nataliya and the 2005 Supermodel Of The World Winner, Camilla Finn.

Ford is stable and creative. Even though it is a large, top list model agency, Ford doesn’t mind turning in new directions for its models. If you can get accepted, Ford is a definite yes.

Contact Info and Requirements for Ford New York

Ford New York
111 Fifth Avenue
New York – NY 10003

Phone : 212-219-6500
Fax : 212-966-5028

Website: http://www.fordmodels.com/

Requirements:
Age – 13 to 21
Height – 5’9 or taller

Apply to Ford

You will need to submit a very clear headshot and a good, full length image. Images can be snapshots and requirements for images to Ford models are ..

• No Makeup
  Image should be shot outdoors with natural light (no flash)
  A plain, basic color top and bottom
  Photo sizes can be no larger than 2 MB

 

IMG

When this article was written, IMG had the edge when it comes to star power (a terrific female model agency boasting names like Daria and Gemma Ward).

If you are chosen to sign with IMG, they will take possession of your career goals and set you on the road to become the next top model in the industry. If you want your modeling career to soar, IMG is certainly worth seeking out.

IMG Modeling Contact Info and Requirements
IMG
304 Park Ave South, 12 Floor
New York, NY 10010
tel +1 212 253 8884
fax +1 212 253 8883
Website: http://www.imgmodels.com/

Height Weight and Age Requirements:
Females
Age – 13 to 21
Height – 5′ 7″ to 6′
Male
Age – 15 and up
5’11″ and up

Apply to IMG Modeling

As with any of these female modeling agencies you will need to submit a very clear headshot and a good, full length image. Images can be snapshots and requirements for images are ..

• No Makeup
  Image should be shot outdoors with natural light (no flash)
  A plain, basic color top and bottom
  Photo sizes can be no larger than 2 MB

 

Major

If you feel you have the allure of models like Tiiu, of Cover Girl fame, then Major needs to be on your list of contacts. Major is no small-time operation and you may do well to hook your horse to their wagon.

At the time of this writing, Major has presented a couple of new faces to their female model agency listings; Dahlia and Diana. Signing with Major could be a big boost in your high fashion modeling career.

Contact:
Major Model Management
381 Park Avenue South
Suite 1501
New York, NY 10016
ph: 212.685.1200
fx: 212.683.5200

Email: info@majormodelmanagement.com

Website: http://www.majormodelmanagement.com/

Major Requirements:

• Age – 13 to 21
  Height – 5’9 or taller

 

Marilyn

Marilyn is no stranger to success in the female model agency industry. They have bragging rights to such talent as Lily Donaldson and Caroline Trentini so you know you’re working with a winner.

Teenagers in Modeling
One big plus of modeling with Marilyn is that they seem to be very trustworthy so you would not be afraid to present your teen daughter to them.

Contact Marilyn Models:
Marilyn Model Mgt. Inc.
300 Park Avenue South
New York – NY 10010

Phone : 212.260.6500
Fax : 212.260.0821

Website: http://www.marilynagency.com/

Requirements:
Age – 13 to 21
Height – 5’9 or taller

To apply to Marilyn modeling ageny
You will need to submit a very clear headshot and a good, full length image. Images can be snapshots and requirements for images are ..

• No Makeup
  Image should be shot outdoors with natural light (no flash)
  A plain, basic color top and bottom
  Photo sizes can be no larger than 2 MB

 

Next

Next female model agency division is a savvy competitor in fashion modeling. It sprouts one of the top negotiators in the business by the name of Faith Kates. If you are privileged enough to be accepted by Next scouts, Faith can possibly land you a big, fat contract. Filipa and Jessica Miller gave them a try, so ’nuff said.

Contact:
Next Management LLC
15 Watts Street
6th Floor
New York, NY 10013
Tel: 212-925-5100
Fax: 212-925-5931

Website: http://www.nextmodelsusa.com/

Requirements for Submitting to Next Management:
Age – 13 to 21
Height – 5’9 or taller
To apply to Next

You will need to submit a great looking headshot and a clear, full body image. Photographs can be snapshots ( no need for a portfolio) and requirements for images are ..

• No Makeup
  Image should be shot outdoors with natural light (no flash)
  A plain, basic color top and bottom
  Photo sizes can be no larger than 2 MB

 

Trump

Trump modeling displays such female models as Lisa Cant, Polina and Hye Park. High fashion teen girl models as well as young women working for Trump have graced the cover of American Vogue, Marc Jacobs has used their models for runway, and the list goes on.

Contact:
Trump Model Management
91 Fifth Avenue, 3rd Floor
New York, NY 10003
Tel: 212-924-0990
Fax: 212-645-4940

Email: info@tmgmt.com

Website: http://www.trumpmodels.com/

Requirements:
Age – 13 to 21
Height – 5’9 or taller

To apply to Trump
Contact Trump Model Management for application requirements.

 

Wilhelmina

If I say the word teenager or even female model agency Wilhelmina comes to mind of most beginners and professional models. Just about every girl and other females in the modeling business know the name Wilhelmina. It’s almost the icon of modeling. Not absolutely the best of the top list female fashion model agencies, but a solid top ten pick.

Looking for an agency who can make you a known model in the fashion industry? Want to walk the NY runway? Wilhelmina is one to consider! Contact Wilhelmina modeling if you feel that you are the new face to change the fashion model industry standards for females.

Wilhelmina Contact Information:
Wilhelmina Model Management
300 Park Avenue South
New York, NY 10010

Men: Attn: Men’s Division
Women (size 10 & up): Attn: 10/20 Division
Women: Attn: Women’s Division
Kids (0-12): Attn: Kids Division
Girls (13-19): Attn: New Faces

ph: 212-473-0700

Website: http://www.wilhelmina.com

Requirements:
Age – 13 to 21
Height – 5’9 or taller
To apply to Wilhelmina
See the requirements for Wilhelmina at http://www.wilhelmina.com/contact/contact_index01.html

- Message from Wilhelmina modeling agency: Open Calls every Wednesday for Straight sizes New Faces Division: 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m

Well, that’s all the top list female model agency listings on top for now. Hope you found some contacts and insight about what it takes to become a top list high fashion female model.

These agencies for modeling are just the starting point. You’ll still need to practice your posing, facial expressions, runway walk and body language daily to give yourself that edge you need when competing with world class models. Nothing beats persistence and patience.

Tip: How Much Does It Cost?
The good news is you shouldn’t have to pay to get listed. There are plenty of free model agency companies to help you get started as a model so, unless you just want lessons, try the online talent management companies in the directory who don’t charge up-front fees first!

Contact as many of these top female fashion model agencies as possible and see what they have to offer. If you’ve got the look, don’t give up after one or two tries, keep going until you’ve exhausted all of the resources to get one of those teenage modeling jobs that are available. Even Tyra Banks and Cindy Crawford were turned down so don’t despair.

Thanks for stopping by. Bookmark this female model agency site now so you can visit often. And, I hope you success and hope to see you working for one of these good female fashion models agencies in the near future. Good Luck in your modeling career!!

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