Model Agency Agreement Template – Modeling Representation Contract, Commission, Usage Rights & Exclusivity | PDF and Word

Create a professional foundation for your modeling business relationship with this customizable Model Agency Agreement & Modeling Representation Contract.
Designed for models, modeling agencies, talent agencies, mother agencies, commercial talent, and independent model representatives, this agreement clearly defines the relationship between the Model and Agency, including representation, exclusivity, territory, agency responsibilities, commissions, payments, expenses, image usage rights, professional conduct, safety, renewal, and termination.
The agreement allows the parties to establish either an exclusive or non-exclusive representation relationship and define the geographic territory in which the Agency will represent the Model.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
This Model Representation & Agency Agreement includes sections for:
• Model Information
• Agency Information
• Exclusive or Non-Exclusive Representation
• Representation Territory
• Modeling Representation
• Commercial Acting
• Public Appearances
• Agency Responsibilities
• Career Development
• Booking & Negotiation
• Client Billing & Collections
• Portfolio Promotion
• Agency Commission
• Mother Agency Fee
• Direct Booking Inquiries
• Client Payment Terms
• Model Payment / Disbursement
• Pre-Approved Expenses
• Expense Accounting
• Name & Likeness Rights
• Promotional Usage Rights
• Third-Party Client Usage
• Image Usage Limits
• Professional Conduct
• Model Safety
• Agreement Term
• Automatic Renewal
• Non-Renewal Notice
• Termination for Cause
• Governing State Law
• Model Signature
• Agency Representative Signature
EXCLUSIVE OR NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTATION
Customize the agreement based on your agency relationship.
The Model can appoint the Agency as an Exclusive or Non-Exclusive representative for modeling, commercial acting, and public appearances.
The agreement also provides a customizable Territory such as worldwide, North America, or another specific region.
AGENCY RESPONSIBILITIES
Clearly establish what the Agency is expected to do on behalf of the Model.
The agreement states that the Agency will use its best efforts to:
✓ Advise the Model on career development
✓ Solicit modeling opportunities
✓ Negotiate engagements
✓ Book modeling jobs
✓ Manage client billing
✓ Collect client payments
✓ Promote the Model's portfolio
✓ Market the Model to potential clients and industry professionals
COMMISSION & MOTHER AGENCY FEES
Clearly document how the Agency will be compensated.
Customize:
• Agency Commission Percentage
• Mother Agency Percentage, if applicable
• Commission on Agency-Booked Work
• Commission on Qualifying Direct Inquiries
The agreement provides that the Agency receives a customizable percentage of gross revenue from engagements booked by or through the Agency. It also includes an optional Mother Agency Fee.
DIRECT MODELING INQUIRIES
Establish a clear procedure for opportunities that come directly to the Model.
Under the template, direct modeling inquiries are referred to the Agency for negotiation, and bookings resulting from those inquiries remain subject to the Agency's standard commission.
PAYMENTS, ACCOUNTING & EXPENSES
Clearly establish how earnings will be collected and distributed.
The agreement provides for:
• Agency Collection of Client Payments
• Model Earnings
• Agency Commission Deductions
• Customizable Payment Timeline
• Pre-Approved Business Expenses
• Itemized Expense Statements
The Agency pays the Model their share after commission within the customizable number of days specified in the agreement after receiving cleared client funds.
MODEL IMAGE & LIKENESS RIGHTS
Give the Agency permission to professionally promote the Model while establishing boundaries around image usage.
The agreement authorizes the Agency to use the Model's name, likeness, and biographical information for promoting the Model's career and the Agency's roster.
CLIENT USAGE RIGHTS
Modeling compensation can depend on how, where, and for how long a client's campaign uses a Model's image.
The agreement requires the Agency to negotiate specific client usage limits covering time, geography, and media for each booking.
This provides a framework for addressing commercial image usage as part of individual client bookings.
PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT & MODEL SAFETY
Establish expectations for professional behavior while addressing Model safety.
The agreement requires the Model to maintain a professional appearance and arrive on time for bookings.
It also states that the Agency will not knowingly book the Model for work that is illegal, unsafe, or sexually explicit without the Model's prior, specific, written consent for that individual project.
TERM, RENEWAL & TERMINATION
Customize the length of the representation relationship and establish procedures for ending it.
The agreement includes:
• Customizable Initial Term
• Automatic One-Year Renewals
• Written Non-Renewal Notice
• Customizable Notice Period
• Immediate Termination for Material Breach
Either party may terminate the agreement immediately if the other party breaches a material term.
PERFECT FOR
• Modeling Agencies
• Professional Models
• Freelance Models
• Talent Agencies
• Mother Agencies
• Commercial Models
• Fashion Models
• Print Models
• Model Representatives
• Modeling Business Startups
• Talent Management Businesses
• Commercial Talent
• Independent Modeling Agencies
CUSTOMIZABLE FOR YOUR MODELING BUSINESS
Personalize the agreement with your:
• Model Name
• Agency Name
• Exclusive / Non-Exclusive Status
• Representation Territory
• Commission Percentage
• Mother Agency Fee
• Payment Timeline
• Approved Expenses
• Agreement Length
• Renewal Notice Period
• Governing State
• Model & Agency Information
The agreement concludes with signature and date fields for both the Model and Agency Representative.
DIGITAL DOWNLOAD
This is a digital product. No physical item will be shipped.
Your purchase includes a 2-page customizable Model Representation & Agency Agreement in PDF and Word formats.
Simply download the files, customize the applicable placeholders for your representation relationship, and print or save the completed agreement.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER
This template is provided for general informational and document-preparation purposes only and does not constitute legal, employment, entertainment, tax, licensing, or professional advice.
Model and talent agency laws vary by state and jurisdiction. Certain locations may regulate talent agencies, modeling agencies, employment agencies, commissions, contracts, automatic renewals, minors, client payments, image rights, and agency licensing or registration.
The agreement itself provides a customizable governing-law provision for the applicable state.
Buyers are responsible for reviewing and customizing this agreement for their specific representation relationship and applicable laws. Consider having the completed agreement reviewed by a qualified attorney before use.
Due to the nature of digital products, all sales are final.