How to Start a Modeling Agency for Kids

A modeling agency is the professional link between models and companies who utilize models to advertise their products or services. The modeling agency finds different types of jobs for models, including commercial print modeling, runway modeling mannequin modeling and more. Some modeling agencies recruit models of different ages and physical sizes. However, many modeling agencies seek out models that possess a certain type of physical appearance that includes factors, such as weight, complexion, height and facial structure. Starting a modeling agency involves the general business start-up requirements, such as registering a business name and obtaining business permits as well as effective marketing and networking.

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  Comply with the local and national requirements for starting a new business. There are a variety of resources that provide information about the legal requirements for starting a business, such as the U.S. Small Business Administration as well as your local county or city government offices. Essentially, you will need to register your business name with your local secretary of state office and obtain any relevant business licenses for your type of business. Your local government office can provide information about any operating regulations and zoning laws for your business. The secretary of state office and your local Department of Revenue can provide additional information about obtaining business licenses.

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  Hire an attorney to create modeling contracts for your models and clients. The contract between the model and agent typically stipulates the rights and obligations of the model and agent, and the contract also states the percentage of compensation that a model will earn per job. Also, because your models will be under the age of majority, they are not legally able to enter into contracts. Therefore, your attorney should construct the contract in a way that includes parental consent. In addition to the modeling contract between the agency and the model, the agency's advertising clients usually must sign a contract with the agency to be able to use the models for particular job assignments.

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  Create a portfolio of your top child models to distribute to potential clients. Your agency's portfolio should comprise of a variety of different types of looks to attract clients who seek out child models.

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  Market your business to potential clients. There are nationally recognized modeling agencies that can connect you with models, such as the World Model Associations. Networking and establishing relationships with key figures in the industry can help you obtain jobs for the models and develop your reputation as a modeling agency. Some modeling agencies create business websites that provides information about their services and include an image gallery of models.