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Ref. QBDK-6647
First modelling shoot. It was great, loved every moment.
The other two models with varying levels of experience were great fun and lovely to speak to. The photographer was a really nice fella with a great sense of humour.
My first modelling shoot was such a good experience I can't wait to do more.
First modelling shoot. It was great, loved every moment.
The other two models with varying levels of experience were great fun and lovely to speak to. The photographer was a really nice fella with a great sense of humour.
My first modelling shoot was such a good experience I can't wait to do more.
Ref. SMBH-9989
Greene King Sport’s Six Nations.
Great experience - The whole experience from getting the email from Models Direct (Gemma), followed by a phone call with details on the location for the Greene King shoot was perfect. The day itself went really smooth. It was great to meet and talk to other people who were there for the shoot. Overall, we were really well looked after, with food and drink. The staff shooting and location staff were very helpful and supportive with a lot of positive encouragement.
Thank you Models Direct and Gemma.
Date of experience: 07 November 2024
Greene King Sport’s Six Nations.
Great experience - The whole experience from getting the email from Models Direct (Gemma), followed by a phone call with details on the location for the Greene King shoot was perfect. The day itself went really smooth. It was great to meet and talk to other people who were there for the shoot. Overall, we were really well looked after, with food and drink. The staff shooting and location staff were very helpful and supportive with a lot of positive encouragement.
Thank you Models Direct and Gemma.
Date of experience: 07 November 2024
Ref. DPTM-6434
It was my first role as a live model…It was my first role as a live model with the company, but the photographer and the directors were happy with the images captured. They said were brilliant.The whole photo shoot was brilliant.It was well organised.
It was my first role as a live model…It was my first role as a live model with the company, but the photographer and the directors were happy with the images captured. They said were brilliant.The whole photo shoot was brilliant.It was well organised.
"Ellison is only 8 months old so couldn't say in his own words but I could tell he had a really good day, the actors and Director were really nice with him and got through all scenes needed.
This was a first for Ellison and myself and the whole day was enjoyable and seeing him being a good boy while filming made me smile.Ellison had to be a teething toddler in an internal training Video for Tesco that gave examples of how to and how not to deal with customer service in a pharmacy setting.
This assignment, has given me confidence that Ellison interacts extremely well with other Actors/Models and is still happy no matter what the situation.It was a fun day out and gave me a sense of pride and also a nice little bit of money for his savings account for when hes older.
We don't live in or around London so opportunities in acting/modeling there never even come up in this area. Joining an Agency like Models Direct gives us the opportunity to be put forward for exciting opportunities. Models Direct works on your behalf and do the job hunting for you. We have been registered with Models Direct for only a few weeks and he has already had his first job.We signed Ellison up as a bit of fun more than anything. Obviously as his parents we feel he has one of the cutest little faces we have seen :) and would love to flick through pictures or films with him in when he is older. Plus what ever money we get out of this can go into a savings account for when he is older.
"Ellison is only 8 months old so couldn't say in his own words but I could tell he had a really good day, the actors and Director were really nice with him and got through all scenes needed.
This was a first for Ellison and myself and the whole day was enjoyable and seeing him being a good boy while filming made me smile.Ellison had to be a teething toddler in an internal training Video for Tesco that gave examples of how to and how not to deal with customer service in a pharmacy setting.
This assignment, has given me confidence that Ellison interacts extremely well with other Actors/Models and is still happy no matter what the situation.It was a fun day out and gave me a sense of pride and also a nice little bit of money for his savings account for when hes older.
We don't live in or around London so opportunities in acting/modeling there never even come up in this area. Joining an Agency like Models Direct gives us the opportunity to be put forward for exciting opportunities. Models Direct works on your behalf and do the job hunting for you. We have been registered with Models Direct for only a few weeks and he has already had his first job.We signed Ellison up as a bit of fun more than anything. Obviously as his parents we feel he has one of the cutest little faces we have seen :) and would love to flick through pictures or films with him in when he is older. Plus what ever money we get out of this can go into a savings account for when he is older.
Ref. 1271
I thoroughly enjoyed my latest acting role, although I was slightly nervous beforehand as it was the biggest job I have had, however the team really made me feel at ease. I enjoyed shooting all the scenes. I filmed for an NHS information film and had to be filmed using the various facilities around the hospital. I gained some new insight into what it is like to be an actor i.e. how long scenes can take to film. I also gained confidence from the experience and feel it will help with my future bookings. I would recommend the experience to others as it was a useful and enjoyable experience. I would tell anyone looking to get into the talent industry to join an agency, which is a very useful move as well as maintaining a quality and up to date portfolio. I am always on Models Direct's websites and social media keeping an eye out for jobs as being proactive is important in order to obtain more work. I joined up with Models Direct to gain more experience and pursue my dream career as an actor and model, and they have really helped me to move forward in this field.
I thoroughly enjoyed my latest acting role, although I was slightly nervous beforehand as it was the biggest job I have had, however the team really made me feel at ease. I enjoyed shooting all the scenes. I filmed for an NHS information film and had to be filmed using the various facilities around the hospital. I gained some new insight into what it is like to be an actor i.e. how long scenes can take to film. I also gained confidence from the experience and feel it will help with my future bookings. I would recommend the experience to others as it was a useful and enjoyable experience. I would tell anyone looking to get into the talent industry to join an agency, which is a very useful move as well as maintaining a quality and up to date portfolio. I am always on Models Direct's websites and social media keeping an eye out for jobs as being proactive is important in order to obtain more work. I joined up with Models Direct to gain more experience and pursue my dream career as an actor and model, and they have really helped me to move forward in this field.
Ref. PCCX-6467
London Essence Promo
First promotional job and really enjoyed it.
Was with a really friendly team who we all supported each other. Smashed our target and had a very good 2 days
Date of experience: 09 May 2025
London Essence Promo
First promotional job and really enjoyed it.
Was with a really friendly team who we all supported each other. Smashed our target and had a very good 2 days
Date of experience: 09 May 2025
Ref. BPYQ-6667
I had a great time on set yesterday doing a campaign shoot and met some nice people.
Instructions were clear on location and how to act on the set and outfits and lunch were provided.
Thank you Models Direct for the experience, I hope to do more castings like this one as I enjoyed it.
The staff and other models were lovely.
Thanks again
I had a great time on set yesterday doing a campaign shoot and met some nice people.
Instructions were clear on location and how to act on the set and outfits and lunch were provided.
Thank you Models Direct for the experience, I hope to do more castings like this one as I enjoyed it.
The staff and other models were lovely.
Thanks again
Ref. SWWG-6696
The client was lovely and I really enjoyed the day. The Models Direct manager who prepared me for the shoot was very knowledgeable and helpful. Looking forward to the next one!
The client was lovely and I really enjoyed the day. The Models Direct manager who prepared me for the shoot was very knowledgeable and helpful. Looking forward to the next one!
Ref. RHDQ-6463
First Photoshoot
I had an excellent first photoshoot today. Charlie from models direct was excellent, and guided me through everything I needed to know before the photoshoot, so I was well prepared for it, and knew what to expect.I thoroughly enjoyed it, and felt very relaxed at the event. The whole experience was even better than I expected.I can’t wait for the next one :)
First Photoshoot
I had an excellent first photoshoot today. Charlie from models direct was excellent, and guided me through everything I needed to know before the photoshoot, so I was well prepared for it, and knew what to expect.I thoroughly enjoyed it, and felt very relaxed at the event. The whole experience was even better than I expected.I can’t wait for the next one :)
Ref. 131697
I really enjoyed working at the show was so much fun. The people i was working for were lovely and very down to earth, they really looked after me and made sure i was ok with everything i was doing!They took a few pics of me and they are going to email them to me so i will upload these on to my profile on models direct, and hopefully may gain some more work in the near future. Thankyou for your help in all the organising for me to do what i did much appreciated.
I really enjoyed working at the show was so much fun. The people i was working for were lovely and very down to earth, they really looked after me and made sure i was ok with everything i was doing!They took a few pics of me and they are going to email them to me so i will upload these on to my profile on models direct, and hopefully may gain some more work in the near future. Thankyou for your help in all the organising for me to do what i did much appreciated.