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stylist man

Posts: 34382

New York, New York, US

ahh,  Josie made a thread like this at the same time.
All is good.
one for the model section and one here.

MODEL RATES-- questions answered here.
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=64694

Thankyou Josie.

Josie Nutter wrote:
We get so many models asking for advice regarding rates that I felt the need to compile a list of threads that already exist here in the forums.

Basically, group consensus here seems to be this:

If you have very little experience, you should not be charging people to shoot with you.  You should be doing TFP (testing) to build a portfolio and gain experience posing, working with new photographers, etc.  This time should also help you figure out what type(s) of modelling you want to do and where you're trying to go with it all.  Be realistic.  Even if you're very slender, you will probably never, ever walk major runways in NYC at 5'4" (unless your family is filthy rich and extremely famous... in which case, what are you doing here? :p).


Rates should be based on supply and demand.  They should take things into account like the quality of your physical appearance, experience level, demand for your "look", location, etc.  Keep in mind that even if you are lucky enough to be located in a major metropolitan area, there is probably not a ton of paid work available for non-agency models-- yet, even so, tons of competition for that work.  Price accordingly.

If you are an inexperienced model with a poorly shot portfolio, asking astronomical rates for non-nudes, you will probably not get any work through this website

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Now my list.

Search for charge
https://www.modelmayhem.com/search.php? … mit=Search

I will not list them all.
But most of the threads presented.
I make no claim that the information is correct.
I am just the loony librarian who points you to the information.

Photography
how do you charge for your photography?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=63506

charge for headshots?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=63597

How much to charge for modelling/acting headshots?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=59597

How much do you charge to retouch a photo?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=62744

what to charge (for an agency shoot)
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=59778

How much should I charge at a car show?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=56062

What do you charge for Headshots
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=30965

Charge Rates?? (shooting a pagent)
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=56187

Prof. Photographers. how much do you guys charge?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=51463

How much to charge for prints...
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=49136

What is a fair price to charge models for my work?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=45449

What should I charge
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=44152

Studio rental charge in Baltimore,..need input
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=40609

How much would you/should I charge?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=38959

TFCD-"generally" females ALWAYS charge but males..
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=38265

Photog Expenses (question by model)
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=31803

What price should a model charge for a job?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=26968

what to charge for a cd cover art shoot???
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=24934

What price should a model charge for a job?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=26968

Why photographers charge so much....The Answer
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=14355

How much to charge?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=10893

how much should one charge for photoshop work?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=7788

What to charge for rock band photos
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=7103

Photographers who undercharge for their work.
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=3777




Stylist group.  makeup artists, hair stylists, stylists(wardrobe, fashion, clothing, prop)


what to charge when traveling with a model (Makeup artist asking)
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=64316

When just starting out how much should you charge? (stylist asking)
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=53728

How you charge (photographer asking makeup artists.)
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=44411



models

How much should I charge
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=62303

More coming,  I have a life.
Not really but I like to pretend I do.

No reputable agency charges to represent models? (a misconception of reality is talked about)
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=51226

How much should I charge to model for painting?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=45839

Rates What to charge ? ...... What to charge ?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=37498

Cover charge for model calls?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=37237

How much should I charge (swimsuit shoot, no idea what to charge.)
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=36836

Models & photogs: How much would you charge/pay???
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=35292

Should Photographers Charge.....
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=33934

What do you charge?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=33393

A question to you models that for charge shoots..
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=31840

To Charge or not to charge...that is the ?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=34800

Would you charge extra to sign a release?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=16360

What do models normally charge?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=4509

Misc

Looking for a quantum Turbo Charger QT40
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=32607

Lost my D-200 Battery charger
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=54853

Is it Good or Bad to use rechargeable batteries?.
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=62062

Toronto Photographer charged! Child porn and...
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=45506

Best rechargeable AA batteries??
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=44877

NIKON SAFETY RECALL EN-EL3 RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PA
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=20296

Battery charged pack.
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=12301

Jul 30 06 04:04 pm Link

Wardrobe Stylist

stylist man

Posts: 34382

New York, New York, US

ahh,  Josie made a thread like this at the same time.
All is good.
one for the model section and one here.

MODEL RATES-- questions answered here.
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=64694

Thankyou Josie.


Josie Nutter wrote:
We get so many models asking for advice regarding rates that I felt the need to compile a list of threads that already exist here in the forums.

Basically, group consensus here seems to be this:

If you have very little experience, you should not be charging people to shoot with you.  You should be doing TFP (testing) to build a portfolio and gain experience posing, working with new photographers, etc.  This time should also help you figure out what type(s) of modelling you want to do and where you're trying to go with it all.  Be realistic.  Even if you're very slender, you will probably never, ever walk major runways in NYC at 5'4" (unless your family is filthy rich and extremely famous... in which case, what are you doing here? :p).

Rates should be based on supply and demand.  They should take things into account like the quality of your physical appearance, experience level, demand for your "look", location, etc.  Keep in mind that even if you are lucky enough to be located in a major metropolitan area, there is probably not a ton of paid work available for non-agency models-- yet, even so, tons of competition for that work.  Price accordingly.

If you are an inexperienced model with a poorly shot portfolio, asking astronomical rates for non-nudes, you will probably not get any work through this website.



For Photography - General

couples questions: testing and rates??
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=7682

Rates
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=60105

Hourly rates??
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=52628

What are your Rates?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=44270

what are your rates?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=33222

Rates
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=27084

Rates?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=22664

Models, how do you set your rates?......
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=20519

rates
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=9595

Rates
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=19618

A question about pay rates??? (swimwear day rates)
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=19890



For Photography - Specific

rates for a lingerie shoot?!?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=44263

Rates: Nudes
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=39174

Rates for stock photography?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=37406

Ad rates
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=13799

model rates (printed material)
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=14860



For Appearances

Personal appearance rates?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=58991

Rates What to charge ? ...... What to charge ?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=37498



For Stores

rates for clothing modeling
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=47179

Rates for Posing - Input Wanted
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=160



For Men

Rates for male models?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=64151

Male Model Rates
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=64184

Rates for.....uhm...well mainly nude
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=35385



Related Discussion

Modeling Rates Getting Out of Hand?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=57356

Modeling rates...Holy Sh*t!!!
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=53800

Models/Photographers rates negotiation?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=51748

Models With Similar Rates For All Modeling Styles
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=43731

New and Beginner Models with Rates ? ? ? Duhhhhh
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=29408

Business 101 for Models with Call Girl rates.
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=28878

About models and their rates
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=4320








Other

list of agenc /agency/ agent thread list.
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=46469

list of TFP /TFCD threads and discussions.
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=46468

list of "You don't need a job" threads
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=62773

list of favorite favorite threads on MM.
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=51937

list of short model threads & discussions
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=49441

list of ethical question threads/dilemas
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=55290

list of tax threads and discussions.
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=50587

Jul 30 06 04:40 pm Link

Wardrobe Stylist

stylist man

Posts: 34382

New York, New York, US

Search for rate.
I think Josie covered this one but you are welcome to search for more.
https://www.modelmayhem.com/search.php? … mit=Search

Paid is hard to search for until one can search with castings and travel left out.

But here are some'

What is a reasonable amount to request for a paid shoot?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=3448

How to get paid by a magazine...
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=2056

Paid Assignments
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=1657

"I'm in your area, looking for paid shoots only.." So?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=1028

When can you say you paid your dues...(model asking question)
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=5211

Paid assignments only and escorte/chaperone
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=5169

Charging Deposits for Paid & TFP Shoots
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=3496

Models/Photographers - who should be paid?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=8461

PAID SHOOTS
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=13276

Models AND photographers want to get paid!
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=12370

I need more paid shoots.......
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=15281

Too ugly to get paid
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=16423

Standing up for paid work.
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=14488

getting paid?!
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=15581

Help!! I need paid assignments . .
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=23895

First paid job.
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=23496

models getting paid
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=23042

When do you ever get paid?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=23592

Professional models deserve to get paid
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=25121

re: paid tests, who keeps the negatives?
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=24840

(65-75)

Jul 30 06 07:51 pm Link

Wardrobe Stylist

stylist man

Posts: 34382

New York, New York, US

I see more than a few threads asking this question.
I may add those later if the answer are of value.

This list can be found at
The list of lists. answers already answered
https://www.modelmayhem.com/posts.php?thread_id=47436

If you are new,
Bookmark it to find answers and links

Aug 09 06 08:31 am Link