These are the top 16 modeling agencies in Miami.

As a model, you may be wondering if it is worth it to seek representation from a modeling agency. If you’re already getting booked on your own, it may seem unnecessary to fork over a 20% commission fee from each paycheck. Plus, in the age of the social media, it can appear that all of the new top models are making their careers happen on their own, one selfie at a time. While this may be partially true, having representation from a top modeling agency opens door, facilitates national and global connections, and provides you with a support team. In fact, many of the Instagram models you see are actually represented by an agency. Because the industry is so saturated with talent right now, the days of being discovered at the mall, for example, are just about gone. An agency can give you the visibility and experience you need to stand out.

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Depending on the type of modeling you do, runway, catalog, fitness or plus-size, having an agency represent you can be deeply beneficial as you start your career. If you are a model in Miami, then you are in luck, because this Florida city is packed with some of the most influential modeling agencies out there. We’ve put together a list of all the modeling agencies in Miami to know about, including internationally acclaimed Wilhelmina, Elite and BMG and some smaller agencies on the rise.

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Top Modeling Agencies in Miami

MC2 Models

Address: 900 Biscayne Blvd, Suite 601B, Miami, FL, 33132
Phone: 305.672.8300
Email: miaoffice@mc2mm.com

MC2, one of the leading modeling agencies in Miami has offices in New York and Tel Aviv. Founded in 2004, the top agency has always had the goal of providing a “realistic management style” which enhances their models’ opportunities and chances for a successful career. Their Miami office has divisions for women, men, development models, and Curve. They consistently deliver reliable, top-tier talent, and they invite aspiring models to send their photographs to the email address listed above.

Elite Model Management Miami

Address: 119 Washington Ave, Suite 501, Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Phone: (310) 274-9395
Email: miamiinfo@elitemodel.com

Elite Model Management is a Miami agency that celebrates diversity, inclusion and change within the industry. They aim to provide “a safe haven for our talent and supply them with the support to be their true selves — bold & brave.”

Founded in 1977 by John Casablancas, Elite is widely-credited with inventing what we know now as ‘The Supermodel.’ Elite has represented Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista, Cindy Crawford, Gisele Bundchen and more famous faces.

Elite is known for building strong, long-lasting careers, and treating their models with care and respect. Their mission is to “empower the talent we represent so that their voices can be heard. We believe we are not just a company, but a community. A community that is a safe haven for our talent, where we supply them with the support to be their true selves – where all are encouraged to be bold and brave.”

The Miami office (they also have locations in New York, Los Angeles, and Toronto) holds open calls every Wednesday from 2:00-3:00 pm. Potential models must be between 5’7” and 5’10”, be at least 15 years old, and have pictures with them.

Future Faces Miami

Address: 333 SE. 2nd Avenue, Suite 2065, Miami,Florida 33131
Phone: 305.986.7193
Email: info@futurefacesmiami.com

Future Faces Miami is a modeling agency in Miami that is one of the top “children exclusive” representors. Future Faces remains small and selective so they may nurture the talent of each one of their models. There models have worked with H&M, Gap, Old Navy, Osh Kosh, Nike, Levi’s and more.

Future Faces has received over 40 perfect 5-star reviews on Birdeye, most of which are from the happy parents of signed models. One mother of twins wrote “I’m so happy to share how wonderful our experience has been so far with Future Faces. We have only been signed less than a month and after Nina’s gorgeous photos of my twin girls were featured we already received a DIRECT BOOKING for a major campaign! We did not expect any castings this quickly and nothing was ever promised. We didn’t expect to hear of any castings so soon, but Nina reached out to us with great news! She is genuinely happy for us and makes us feel like family already. She has worked tirelessly for us in a very short time and we have had one requested casting for a major brand and now a direct booking. Nina knows what clients are looking for and has helped to well prepare my girls for their meetings.”

Coconut Grove Talent

Address: 3525 Vista Ct, Miami, FL 33133
Phone: (305) 858-3002
E-mail: contact@coconutgrovetalent.com

Coconut Grove Talent & Modeling agencies is one of the oldest agencies in Miami. In addition to models, they represent “professional talent in TV series, movies, commercials, print, fashion, lifestyle, documentaries, voice-overs, Industrials, conventions and trade shows.”

The agency has been in business for over 30 years and is owned by Cathy Tully, an actor, writer, and casting agent. The agency is also operated by Cathy’s daughter, Angie, who has been working in the industry since she was 6 months old. Cathy and Angie are known for being honest, straightforward, and easy to work with.

You can learn more about joining the agency here.

Wilhelmina

Address: Mondrian, 1100 West Avenue Suite 326, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Phone: (305) 672-9344

You’ve probably heard of Wilhelmina. Founded in 1967 by supermodel Wilhelmina Cooper, Wilhelmina Models is one of the most prestigious modeling agencies in Miami and beyond. Wilhelmina represents women, men, fitness, Curve, children models, as well as creative and talent. With outposts in New York, London, Los Angeles, Chicago and Miami, Wilhelmina is one of the most well-connected agencies you’ll find. Their models consistently work with high-profile clients in both runway and editorial, and they are always looking to sign unique and diverse new talent.

The agency represents adults and children, and their models and talent have worked with H&M, Burger King, BMW, Sony, Kodak and more.

Deco Models

Address: 429 Lenox Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Phone: 305.673.1900

Deco Models is a top modeling agency in Miami Beach and New York. They represent a large and diverse roster of models in the categories Classic, Lifestyle, Fashion and Kids. They also represent a pool of actors.

The agency was founded in 1999 by model, theatre actress, dancer and singer, Noemi Rojas. Rojas brings over 30 years of experience to the agency and is committed to developing new high-fashion and commercial talent.

Deco Models goes above and beyond the role of your typical agency by providing production services. Their website states, “from pre-shoot preparations to the finished product, Deco’s team of experienced hair and makeup artists, production and editing crews will ensure a flawless final product.”

Nicole Shelley Models

Address: 150 SE 2nd Avenue, Miami, Fl, 33132
Phone: 305.375.0323
Email: ns@nicoleshelleymodels.com

Nicole Shelly owns two elite management divisions, Nicole Shelly, Inc which works on events and project management, and Nicole Shelley Models, a renowned modeling agency in Atlanta. Nicole Shelley models consist of runway, print/ commercial, sales and marketing models, promotional models, and social media influencers.

The agency has been in business for 18 years with locations in New York, Las Vegas, and Miami. Their goal is to provide their models with the tools they will need to succeed in the industry. These helpful services include portfolio creation and development, education on the business of modeling etiquette, and in-depth training for runway, print and still camera posing.

Their clients include St. John, The Ritz Carlton, Mini Cooper, Bloomingdales, Ellis and more. You can find glowing reviews on their website from models and clients. One model represented by Nicole Shelley wrote,

“Working with Nicole Shelley has been very beneficial to my modeling career as well as my life outside the industry. She has consistently given me support, confident, and the push I need in order to succeed.”

Front Management

Address: 1560 Lenox Avenue Suite 306 Miami Beach, FL 33139
Phone: 305.673.2225
Email: info@frontmanagement.com

Front Management, a leading modeling agency in Miami, holds open calls every Wednesday from 3:00-4:00 pm, which is an excellent resource for getting discovered as a new model. They are happy to represent not just seasoned local models, but new faces and international talent.

Front Management represents women, men, plus-size (men and women), children, talent, and celebrities. Their models have worked in campaigns for some of the most beloved names in fashion including Mui Mui, Ralph Lauren, Rolex, Oscar de la Renta and Versace. They’ve appeared in the pages of Cosmo, Elle, Glamour, Harper’s Bazaar and Vogue, and have been photographed by the most celebrated photographers in the industry.

The team at Front Management is well-connected in the fashion and modeling world and is able to use these connections to place their new faces in impressive, high-profile campaigns.

Wynwood Models

Address: 331 NW 26 St. – Ground Floor, Miami, FL 33127
Phone: 305.240.2044
Email: info@wynwoodmodels.com

Wynwood Models is not your typical modeling agency in Miami; they pair hair models with top stylists and salons. Wynwood partners with luxury hair brands including Oribe, V76, and R+Co. If signed, it will be on a project by project basis with models receiving a free haircut, products, and cash or a gift card.

You can learn more about Wynwood Models here.

Posche Models

Address: 1350 E Sunrise Blvd, Suite 107, Fort Lauderdale FL 33304
Phone: 954.524.2743

Posche Models, a premier modeling agency in Miami (and beyond) represents models in runway, catalog, editorial, lifestyle print and fitness. With offices in South Florida, Orlando, New York, and internationally in China, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Manila and Mumbai, they offer one of the most robust and diverse rosters of any agency.

Posche Florida also has a talent division which represents both “kids and adults ages 5+ for Union (SAG-AFTRA) and Non-Union projects.”

For the fall 2018 and winter 2019 season, Posche Miami is seeking female fashion models between the ages of 14 and 25, height between 5’9″ and 5’11”, and sizes 0-4. They describe their ideal look as “edgy to polished.” They are also looking to sign male models between the ages 15-27, with a height between 6’0 and 6’3 with strong catalog and editorial looks.

Print and commercial models can be slightly shorter. You can learn more about their submission guidelines here.

The Green Agency, Inc

Address: 800 West Ave. #523 Miami, FL 33139
Phone: 305.532.9225
Email: model@greenagency.com

The Green Agency is considered one of the premier boutique modeling agencies in Miami and the Southeast. They “set award winning standards with established and emerging actors, models, children, voice-over artists, hosts and influencers in both English and Spanish markets.” They place models in international campaigns, print and social media shoots, and large-scale events. Their clients include Colgate International, Ralph Lauren, Carnival Cruise Lines, Disney Resorts, Exxon, GMCVB/Visit Florida, H&M, and Mercedes Benz.

The Green Agency’s blog, “Tammy Talks” is a helpful resource for new or seasoned models and discusses modeling tips, trends, upcoming workshops, seminars, celebrity interviews and more.

They represent models and though they do not host open calls, they are very open to representing new faces. When asked what they looked for in new talent, the Green Agency’s response was “we are always looking for an interesting and beautiful face, unique talent, and creative experience. If you are new to the business, we appreciate a good attitude.”

They also represent social media influencers and bloggers and ask that you send links to your recent work and website. Models do not have to live in the Miami area to be considered for representation, but an in-person meeting is required before signing.

NOMAD Management

Address: 941 4th Street, 2nd Floor, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Phone: 212.600.0577
Email: info@nomadmgmt.com

Operating out of New York and Miami, NOMAD Management is regarded as one of the most highly-respected modeling industries. They have been in business since 2001, and in 2016, supermodel Coca Rocha joined NOMAD as owner and model. Rocha brings years of experience and a “360 degree view” of the industry.

Rocha says, “Having worked with many of the world’s top modeling agencies for the last decade and a half, I’ve seen first-hand what works and doesn’t work in managing a model’s career. In the past, I’ve publicly appealed to industry leaders regarding the ethical treatment of underage models, transparent agency accounting practices regarding pressures and unhealthy expectations too often projected on models working today. I’m so proud to partner with a group of agents and managers that I’ve personally admired and respected for many years to further those ideals, establishing NOMAD as a world-class agency where the model comes first. My own career is testimony to the fact that no model becomes a success all by themselves – I would not be where I am today without a strong and visionary team around me; the exact same team I now join as a Director and Mentor at NOMAD.

NOMAD flips the script on the typical industry jargon and they refer to their models as clients. The term client typically applies to companies and brands paying for the models’ time and service. With this in mind,, NOMAD nurtures each of their models individuality and consider themselves an agency “for models, created by models.”

Their models consistently book top campaigns and appear in some of the most highly-regarded international publications, but that’s not all. Each model is given guidance and support regarding “essential matters such as accounting, international taxes, contract negotiations, legal referrals, timely visa processing and much more.” You can learn more about their processes and submission guidelines here.

City Models

Address: 4770 Biscayne Blvd #800, Miami, Fl, 33137
Phone: 305.428.2665
Email: info@citymodels.com

City Models is a full service staffing and modeling agency in Miami. They provide talent for events and “marketing needs nationwide.” Their large roster of talent includes belly dancers, hair and makeup artists, bartenders, hosts, photographers, and of course, models. Their talent is not only beautiful and professional but reliable, punctual and friendly.

They have a national database of over 5000 models which are rated using a 5-star system so you can be sure you are picking the best person for your job. City Models has been in operation since 2010 and was so immediately successful in Miami that it became a nationwide service in 2012.

BMG Models Miami

Address: 2150 S. Dixie Highway Suite #101 Miami, FL 33133
Phone: 305. 573.1212
Email: flbmg@bmgmodels.com

Gregory S. Brown, President and Chief Operating Officer of BMG (Brown Management Group) Models, knows that it’s the people that make or break a modeling agency. He writes, “When I ask our clients why they do business with us, they always give me the same answer: It’s the people. BMG is a full service model and talent agency providing premium service to its talent and esteemed clients. Begun in 1992, BMG has grown to represent over 1400 working talent globally, with locations in Chicago, Milwaukee, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Orlando, Miami and New York.” The BMG and the models who are represented by BMG are consistently calm, professional, and reliable.

One of the top modeling agencies in Miami, BMG also places models in international markets including Asia, Milan and London. The Miami office is proud to represent a diverse set of models, both male and female in the Fashion and Commercial sector. They also have a successful kids and teen division. BMG Miami hosts open calls for adults every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00-3:30, and kids open calls are every Wednesday afternoon from 4:00-4:30. You can learn more about representation here.

Next Management

Address: 1688 Meridian Ave, Suite 800 Miami Beach, FL 33139
Phone: 305-531-5100

Next is one the top global fashion management and modeling agencies, not just in Miami, but globally with offices in New York, London, Paris, Milan, Los Angeles and Miami. Founded 25 years ago by Faith Jones and Joel Wilkenfield, Next has a knack for discovering and promoting some of the most well-known faces in the industry. They currently represent models Anna Cleveland, Arthur Kulkov and Binx Walton (just to name a few) and other celebrities including Lana Del Ray, Alexa Chung, Dua Lipa, Travis Scott and Rita Ora.

Next looks for a diverse, personable set of models that have the potential to become “a personal brand” with a long-lasting career. In 2009, Next launched one of the first digital influencers division, and they remain one of the leaders in the industry for managing influencers, bloggers and models in the digital space.

Their models have graced the pages of Vogue, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar and any other top publication you can think of and have been the face of campaigns for leading fashion brands including Chloe and Kenneth Cole.

You can learn more about their recruitment process here.

MP Management

Address: 420 Lincoln Road, Suite 406, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Phone: 305.672.6342
Email: info@mp-miami.com

With locations in Milan, Stockholm, Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, Paris and, of course, Miami, MP Management is one of the most highly-regarded and connected modeling agencies in Miami and beyond. Chief Operating Officer, Matteo Puglisi, is passionate about nurturing new talent, and he and his small, experienced team put the needs of their models above all. Many new faces go on to become industry leaders, and MP Management has put on the map Bar Rafaeli, Marjan Jonkman, Arthur Gosse, Adonis Bosso,Gao Jie , and well as new faces, Yoonmi Sun, Shanelle Nyasiase, and Gisele Fox.

In the past 3 years, MP Management has had some major acquisitions including Elite Stockholm and Factor Chosen Model Management. MP Management is expected to keep growing and partnering with highly-regarded agencies around the globe.