Model
Jen Kendall
Posts: 1731
Los Angeles, California, US
Just wanted to know if anyone knew any info on D2 Models, it is an online agency for LA, Orlando, Vegas, Miami, and San Fran.. is anyone with them? are they a real agency? http://models.direct2pro.com/
Model
Jen Kendall
Posts: 1731
Los Angeles, California, US
Photographer
SLE Photography
Posts: 68937
Orlando, Florida, US
I'd be concerned about any company whose executive director is only named "Skeets."
Model
Jen Kendall
Posts: 1731
Los Angeles, California, US
SLE Photography wrote:
I'd be concerned about any company whose executive director is only named "Skeets." that is what i was wondering :\
Photographer
PYPI FASHION
Posts: 36332
San Francisco, California, US
All I can tell you is that they are licensed in California with offices in LA.
Model
Samantha I
Posts: 1577
London, England, United Kingdom
Photographer
Jamie-JAYCE-Charles
Posts: 2207
Hollywood, Florida, US
SLE Photography wrote:
I'd be concerned about any company whose executive director is only named "Skeets." lol that sounds funny
Model
Malin_
Posts: 3902
New York, New York, US
EDIT: I'll send you a private message about D2 instead of posting here.
Model
Vegas Sarah Ashley
Posts: 833
Las Vegas, Nevada, US
I have heard of them and get castings through them all the time... never get hired however. If anyone has info on them, please pm me as well.
Photographer
NakeyPiX
Posts: 694
Las Vegas, Nevada, US
Photographer
NakeyPiX
Posts: 694
Las Vegas, Nevada, US
Sarah Ashley Barker wrote:
hmmm, that is interesting. They get some pretty high paying jobs for conventions here as well. My interest is kinda piqued right now.
In Nevada convention models are hired from agencies outside of Nevada without breaking any laws, so it's possible for D2 to 'get models' to work in Nevada.
Florida is much more strict. NOBODY is allowed to act as a talent agent, modeling agent, or manager without obtaining the state issued license first. It's also illegal to hire models through an unlicensed agency.
http://www.filminflorida.com/ela/tma.asp
If D2 models is claiming that they're doing business in Florida and isn't actually licensed in that state they're either a total fraud or extremely incompetent, which may be a reflection as to how they're doing business in their home state as well.
Model
OC Girl
Posts: 1033
Costa Mesa, California, US
I'm listed with them. I occasionally get castings, but rarely get auditions. I don't know if they don't get a lot, or if I don't fit the specs. Basically, they send you a casting notice via email, you reply if you want to go, they send your info to the client, and the client chooses who they want to see. . Everything is industry standard pay wise. It's a lot of tradeshows and events, as well as print. I got one job through them, and it was for a catalog.
It's more a database than an agency, but they do take a commission. You got nothing to lose.
Photographer
Awesome Headshots
Posts: 2370
San Ramon, California, US
Theyâre small but legit. Ask Madalina. Sheâs been with them awhile. They contacted me a few months ago to shoot headshot comps but didnât like my prices. So I guess I can add the word âcheapâ to my knowledge of them.  ![https://modelmayhm-8.vo.llnwd.net/d1/photos/080312/11/47d7f3eb0fe72_m.jpg]()
Photographer
NakeyPiX
Posts: 694
Las Vegas, Nevada, US
OC Girl wrote:
I'm listed with them. I occasionally get castings, but rarely get auditions. I don't know if they don't get a lot, or if I don't fit the specs. Basically, they send you a casting notice via email, you reply if you want to go, they send your info to the client, and the client chooses who they want to see. This is another point of concern.
I'm not saying that the agency in question does the following, but it's a common thing for scammers, fakes, and undeveloped agencies to do and is something that people should be wary of in general:
'Agency' will collect casting notices from outside sources such as trade magazines, websites, classified ads, and anywhere else they can find a casting notice. This is usually done without the knowledge or approval of the actual people involved with the casting.
The 'agency' will then distribute the casting call as if it's their own. This makes it appear that the 'agency' is larger than it really is and/or has many opportunities available, therefore more people will be willing to sign up.
Then the model / talent is either ignored or turned down for the casting for some reason... not because the model / talent isn't really suited for the job, but because the 'agent' isn't actually authorized to be involved with the casting.
This affects everybody in a negative way. If a company is named in a casting, the models / talent may hold a grudge against the company and decide not to do business with them in the future (either as a client or a customer).
Similarly, the model / talent may decline offers from the actual company that's doing the casting (thinking that they're under some sort of limited or permanent exclusivity deal with the fake 'agent').
Also when a legitimate company or agent sees the model listed with a fake / unqualifed agency, they might not consider the model for future jobs.
Many 'agents' may 'seem legit' because they eventually get someone to actually attend a casting, and possibly get hired, but the typical model / talent that are signed with such 'agents' have no idea about the percentage of real jobs that the 'agent' actually has compared to the fake ones they distribute. So it's easy to say "they're legit" when in fact they really aren't.
Model
Vegas Sarah Ashley
Posts: 833
Las Vegas, Nevada, US
NakeyPiX wrote:
This is another point of concern.
I'm not saying that the agency in question does the following, but it's a common thing for scammers, fakes, and undeveloped agencies to do and is something that people should be wary of in general:
'Agency' will collect casting notices from outside sources such as trade magazines, websites, classified ads, and anywhere else they can find a casting notice. This is usually done without the knowledge or approval of the actual people involved with the casting.
The 'agency' will then distribute the casting call as if it's their own. This makes it appear that the 'agency' is larger than it really is and/or has many opportunities available, therefore more people will be willing to sign up.
Then the model / talent is either ignored or turned down for the casting for some reason... not because the model / talent isn't really suited for the job, but because the 'agent' isn't actually authorized to be involved with the casting.
This affects everybody in a negative way. If a company is named in a casting, the models / talent may hold a grudge against the company and decide not to do business with them in the future (either as a client or a customer).
Similarly, the model / talent may decline offers from the actual company that's doing the casting (thinking that they're under some sort of limited or permanent exclusivity deal with the fake 'agent').
Also when a legitimate company or agent sees the model listed with a fake / unqualifed agency, they might not consider the model for future jobs.
Many 'agents' may 'seem legit' because they eventually get someone to actually attend a casting, and possibly get hired, but the typical model / talent that are signed with such 'agents' have no idea about the percentage of real jobs that the 'agent' actually has compared to the fake ones they distribute. So it's easy to say "they're legit" when in fact they really aren't. hmm, interesting. Makes sense....
Model
Michelle Renee
Posts: 1073
Los Angeles, California, US
I do know a model that did a runway show for In Style Magazine that was booked through them. (The show was in Florida and the model is in CA.)
She got paid.
Model
Dina Ova
Posts: 174
Arlington, Virginia, US
Photographer
K E S L E R
Posts: 11574
Los Angeles, California, US
D2 Legit? Sounds like a Rap album
Model
Model Sarah
Posts: 40884
Columbus, Ohio, US
SLE Photography wrote:
I'd be concerned about any company whose executive director is only named "Skeets." 
Photographer
NakeyPiX
Posts: 694
Las Vegas, Nevada, US
Deena MMM wrote:
they are legit Highly unlikely.
In addition to the stuff I posted above, their 'office' is simply a rented mailbox.
http://www.brentwoodmailbox.com/
Model
Wednesday Mourning
Posts: 284
Malmö, Skåne, Sweden
They are legit, but very small. I do get casting calls from them not found elsewhere but Iv'e yet book anything. Not surprising though given my look and age.  Side Rant:
Sad we donât have a real agency in LA for alt/strange/character types. Even sadder that Dragon changed to Lemon Lime which decided âhipsterâ was the way to go. *sighs*
Model
Plus model Ari
Posts: 1352
Monterey Park, California, US
I have worked with them. I get castings from them and got hired for one. It was for a recurring fit modeling job. I Haven't had any bad experience with them but I wouldn't use them as my only source for booking jobs the carvings aren't frequent enough.
Photographer
Chuck Goodenough
Posts: 544
Los Angeles, California, US
I know Skeets, he's a great guy and loaded with integrity (my experience).
Background:
I started an idea and a website in 1997-98 called stockmodels.com.
The idea was to refer models who were open to signing a full release to stock photographers who needed them. Skeets was a model back then and he contacted me for a shoot. We did a stock shoot together - here's something from that day: ( http://tinyurl.com/cpw9zj )
During the shoot I talked with Skeets about my idea and he was interested in helping. He had web skills and a real interest in the idea. So, we worked together on stockmodels.com in our spare time.
Long story short, I ended up partnering with Skeets and after a year or so we had a difference in opinion about the direction of the idea. After some negotiation, I decided to step away and get back to photography while Skeets licensed the website from me.
During the last few years Skeets developed his own company and the website domain stockmodels.com came back into my possession.
I have NO connection to D2 and don't know any of the inner workings.
If you're working with D2 I would trust Skeets to treat you right.
Hope that helps some!
Chuck
Model
MichelleS
Posts: 377
Baltimore, Maryland, US
They require you to pay $199 to even get started with them. Then they say they will not take a percentage out of any of your jobs. But you aren't guaranteed any jobs obviously. I'm not a big fan of this at all...
Model
ocgirl
Posts: 673
Costa Mesa, California, US
MichelleS wrote:
They require you to pay $199 to even get started with them. Then they say they will not take a percentage out of any of your jobs. But you aren't guaranteed any jobs obviously. I'm not a big fan of this at all... No they don't.
Photographer
Garry k
Posts: 30102
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
SLE Photography wrote:
I'd be concerned about any company whose executive director is only named "Skeets."
Hey its probably short for
ummm ,errrr
Skeeter ?
Model
Gotherella BioVenom
Posts: 145
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
I had a myspace add from them...
They didnt look legit so I declined it.
Photographer
SLE Photography
Posts: 68937
Orlando, Florida, US
Deena MMM wrote:
they are legit Why would you bump an 8 month old thread to add this comment?
Photographer
SLE Photography
Posts: 68937
Orlando, Florida, US
MartPhoto wrote:
I know Skeets, he's a great guy and loaded with integrity (my experience). Great. Why won't he use his real name?
Model
Malin_
Posts: 3902
New York, New York, US
D2 is a good agency for finding work that will keep you alive when "real" bookings are slow. I have done fit, trade shows and make up seminars with them. The pay is usually very good, the checks arrive on time and in case of problems with the clients (I was once sent home from an event because the didn't "like me as a person"... flattering) they completely side with you and make sure you get paid anyway.
All you people who claim they charge fees, you have no idea what you're talking about. I have been working with them from the start and never paid them a cent.
Photographer
J C ModeFotografie
Posts: 14718
Los Angeles, California, US
MichelleS wrote:
They require you to pay $199 to even get started with them. Then they say they will not take a percentage out of any of your jobs. But you aren't guaranteed any jobs obviously. I'm not a big fan of this at all... ocgirl wrote:
No they don't. Please elaborate.
Model
AD
Posts: 4259
New York, New York, US
i am listed on there, i get job offers alot just can never do them. never had to pay anything to them, many girls i know do conventions with them.
Photographer
Kat Torgashev
Posts: 1332
Jen Kendall wrote:
Just wanted to know if anyone knew any info on D2 Models, it is an online agency for LA, Orlando, Vegas, Miami, and San Fran..
is anyone with them? are they a real agency?
http://models.direct2pro.com/ R2D2?
Model
ocgirl
Posts: 673
Costa Mesa, California, US
J C ModeFotografie wrote:
MichelleS wrote:
They require you to pay $199 to even get started with them. Then they say they will not take a percentage out of any of your jobs. But you aren't guaranteed any jobs obviously. I'm not a big fan of this at all... Please elaborate. Me or her?
If me, you don't pay them anything to be listed. You can buy compcards with their info if you want, but they also have labels you can download. They take 20% when you book; same as any agency. Maybe Michelle thinks we're talking about someone else.
Model
SFP
Posts: 258
Anaconda, Montana, US
Well, D2 models accepted me today. I know agencies like Ford, SMG are for sure well known, but the question is, will you be one of the lucky ones to get accepted by them? They have a particular look in mind and if you don't have what they think is marketable, no golden ticket unfortunately  .
The fact that D2 models don't accept initial fees, you can have your pictures online for clients to see for free and all they expect is a 20% commission fee from each of your job bookings through them, what have you got to lose? I live in Montana, not in L.A. or New York, so I don't have many options as a model.
Model
Dominique Jackson
Posts: 1116
BRONX, New York, US
I get their emails too BUT no booked work yet.
Model
Rhiannon Davis
Posts: 945
Dallas, Texas, US
K E S L E R wrote:
D2 Legit? Sounds like a Rap album Word.
Model
Seth Mitchell
Posts: 1457
Long Beach, California, US
Looks like I am bumping an old thread here, but yes they are legit and yes they are small.
I have gotten some work through them (but not much) and I did get paid.
|
.
