Agencies FAQ

Questions and answers for modeling agencies

How do agencies register on the platform?

Agencies must register with comprehensive business documentation including Chamber of Commerce registration, tax ID, business license, insurance certificates, and authorized representative details. We require full business verification and legal compliance documentation.

What are the requirements for agencies?

Agencies must be legitimate registered businesses in good standing, provide valid business documentation, maintain professional standards, ensure model compliance and safety, adhere to all platform policies, and comply with local and international regulations.

How do agencies manage their models?

Agencies can invite and manage models under their representation, oversee bookings and schedules, handle client communications, provide support services, manage marketing and promotion, and receive agreed commission shares. The agency dashboard provides comprehensive management tools.

What commission structure applies to agencies?

Agencies negotiate individual commission rates with their models (typically 15-30% depending on services provided). The platform retains its 25% commission from total bookings, with remaining amounts split between models and agencies according to their signed agreements.

Can agencies invite and recruit new models?

Yes, verified agencies in good standing can send model invitations through the platform and recruit new talent. Invited models complete registration under agency representation but still undergo individual identity verification and approval processes.

What responsibilities do agencies have?

Agencies must ensure model compliance and safety, maintain professional standards, provide support and guidance, handle disputes and issues, manage quality control, ensure legal compliance, maintain good standing with the platform, and protect model interests.

How do agencies get paid?

Agency commissions are paid automatically when their models complete bookings. Payments are processed within 48 hours to verified business bank accounts. Detailed financial reporting and commission tracking are available through the agency dashboard.

Can agencies manage multiple locations?

Yes, agencies can manage models across multiple cities and countries, subject to local licensing and regulatory requirements. Each location may require separate business verification and compliance documentation.

What support do agencies provide to models?

Agencies typically provide professional photography, marketing support, booking management, client screening, safety support, legal guidance, financial management, and career development services to their represented models.

Why do I get paid via Stichting Derdengelden My Books Media?

Payments are processed through Stichting Derdengelden My Books Media (a third-party escrow foundation). This foundation is legally separated from My Books Media BV (operator of MyBookXXX) and guarantees that client down-payments are kept safe and are only used to pay providers after a confirmed booking. By using a Derdengelden (third-party funds) account, your down-payments are secure, transparent, and compliant with financial regulations.