Expert: Kitty Kavey - 6/7/2007

Question
If a new commercial model is signed with a  model agency, how long does the model has to wait before the model to wait to actually go on go-sees and  hired for a "job"?.

If a aspiring commercial model submit photos to a agency how long does model has to wait for a response from the agency?  

Answer
The answer to both questions depends on several factors.  Once signed with an agency, the model may be sent out that same day, days later, or even weeks later.  Many contracts have a clause that if the talent is not sent out and booked a job within 90 days, either party has the option to terminate the contract early without penalty.  
When submitting your information as a prospective model to an agency for consideration, the agency doesn't have a specific time that they have to respond, if at all.  Usually, they may say something like "we will only contact you if interested." But, they will also usually allow you to resubmit your information to them again in 4-6 months.  If they are interested, they may contact you immediately, or as soon as they feel that they are interested.  With busier agencies, it can sometimes take longer for a response, and again, there are agencies who only respond if they are interested.
Good luck to you,
~Kitty