I feel the girl above was a lady in…
I feel the girl above was a lady in 2o23 September was the lady who did a shoot the same day as me amazing .day I was successful until I said I couldn't afford the portfolio then the man said ill have to let you go it was an amazing experience too my surprise the next few days I had an email from george saying they really like my profile and he was going to contact me I missed the call I tried ringing a few times to get hold off him but I never got hold off him maybe I should off tried harder or maybe they were just after a payment I don't no very surreal day.
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SCAM! Avoid! Soho Modelling Portfolio! Online Models.
N.B. December 2024 SCAM! AVOID! SOHO MODELLING PORTFOLIO and ONLINE MODELS. This is my honest feed back for soho fashion studio and online models. Chico one of the first person, who contact. I completely agree with a written feedback of some members about this Scammers companies - soho studio and online models. They are using trustful public, particular ladies in their 50s and 60s. I had experience in September 2023, but contract started in January 2024. I’ve gave to myself some time to write this review . In January 2025 - one year since I became “model”. First Stage: I came to soho fashion studio with a suitcase full of different clothes. Yes, it is attractive for person, who never had any interaction with fashion business before. Loud music, photographer, make up person, dresser… Of course its tempting… All people, who gave them 5star they were amuse by all this circus, like me. Do any of them have a job? There wasn’t any direction from photographer for poses, most of my poses I created myself. For money I paid, should be really professional photographer!? Second Stage: Came back to studio from photoshoot. So, same trick: small room, great music and on the screen of the computer my photoshoot’s edited photographs. Of course, you are already imaging yourself a model or actress… Kane, who interviewed me, insist me to get the modelling package with highest price and gave me lots of promises. He said, I would return the money in a year on account of I have very good potential etc… and I did spend a substantial amount of money. In that moment, I trusted him. - I signed for: High Street Fashion, Commercial Modelling - TV& Film Extra, Catalogue Modelling. Third Stage: He directed me to online models. Fourth Stage: Managers from online models, who were supposed to help me; I had three of them: Gayle, Oliver, Amy. In the beginning, I spoke a few times with, Oliver, who helped me to write introduction and gave me list of agencies, who work with mature models. He wasn’t sure which one suited my age better. I selected 4 agencies myself and I paid money again. That was a surprise because it wasn’t mentioned on the phone or interview. Amy, who I spoke with only once, promised to call me back many times, but never called, stopped answering my emails. Looks like they blocked my email. No respect for Clients. After 6 month I went back to soho studio and ask them a question: Why did I pay such a high price? Of course there wasn’t a clear answer. They said I needed to contact with online models, they are responsible for my modelling career. As usual communication issue… In almost 7 month I had one job with skin company, unfortunately I spend more on travelling. Over 6 month no response from online models.. They lost interest long time ago. Looking for others… January 2025 end of my contract. WHAT NEXT, FOR WHAT I PAID, I would like to ask Kane and company of liars… Of course I am very disappointed, distressed and hurt. “Models” like me, mostly women, paying salary to this kind of scammers… I lost my time and my money… Reader will say: You sign contract.! Yes, I did! But what about humanity, honesty and trust??? They should have compensation or other alternatives for people like me, if they taking money for nothing. I’ll tell you, there are many people in the same situation. I am thinking of taking a legal advice about it… N.B.
Many thanks to Online Models!
Many thanks to Online Models for the great experience I've had so far. The team have been a pleasure to work with and I look forward to seeing what potential work comes my way.
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AVOID if your very serious and consider alternatives.
I've waited a long time before writing this review because I felt it was fair to give online models a chance to help me in my modelling career. I'm a semi-professional distance swimmer and I think I have quite an athletic body for my age and attended one of their Instagram advert photo shoots that they suggested I came in for. Before the shoot took place I spoke to a modelling lady who said to me that there was an 87% chance of getting me regular modelling work and the aim was to get me three to four modeling assignments a month which paid good money. This pitch clearly got me excited & encouraged into the world of potentially lucrative mature modeling. I attended the photo shoot in soho and after the shoot took place was given feedback and was encouraged strongly to take up their modeling package due to my AI rating being 85% (or something to that effect). They said I had very good potential etc and I did spend a considerable some of money hoping that this would kick-start my career. To date I've now been accepted by all of the agencies they recommended. I'm with now four agencies in London for 3 months (3 recommended by online models) So....3 months into this project and not one single booking from any agency and not a single booking via online models. I've tried to contact them by phone and by email and I get zero response by phone & no one picks up the phone to talk to me. I feel incredibly frustrated, very disappointed and just feel like I've be let down massively and have spent a lot of money on what essentially has been a glorified photo shoot! This is my honest feedback. So I like online models to counter-claim this experience and I'd like them to explain to me why after nearly 3 months I've had zero work and zero proper interaction with my model manager. My understanding was a contractual obligation to have a model manager for 12 months to help me find work which they said they would do. I e had zero interaction with my model manager apart from 1 phone call despite emails and promises of phone calls and no shows. Yes the model manager got me started with these agencies and profile etc but no bookings from her or anything of any merit. Just a lot of expense, a lot of time wasted and a lot of non refundable platform fees and no work to date 😟. I would be wary of this company. I think it's good fun to go for the photo shoot but if you are successful you will be given to opportunity to work with them for a considerable sum of money. I think you need to consider your alternatives there are other companies such as Ugly etc that do this portfolio for a significantly less outlay and would charge significantly less if you're accepted and taken on after a test shoot / interview. I even sent a long email to their CEO and I've sent two emails now to the CEO and I've had zero response back from anyone online models just at least acknowledging the email which I think is highly unprofessional.
I had a wonderful experience on the…
I had a wonderful experience on the shoot organised by Online Models. It was all extremely streamlined and everyone at the studios made me feel super relaxed. Thank you!
Nice and friendly environment really…
Nice and friendly environment really helpful with outfits and make up during the shoot. Overall lovely experience for the test shoot.
My experience with Online Models…professionalism and trust
My experience with Online Models started with my very first conversation with them which was very informative, helpful and friendly. I was given all relevant information about the company, their goals and what I would expect from them if I agreed to join, and as someone with absolutely no experience of the modelling world, this was invaluable to me for making the decision to join. I had every confidence that what they say, is what they will do, and it's proved to be the case.
Friendly and supportive environment
Friendly and supportive environment. Felt at ease and enjoyed my experience. They gave me a little space to store my things and change my clothes. Felt secure and not violated. Staff helpful in choosing the most suitable clothes.
A 5 star experience
It's a very long time since since I last attended a photographic shoot but from the moment I arrived I was made to feel comfortable. I was greeted warmly and my outfits were selected promptly. The hair and make up artist applied her magic before the photographers set to work and I was delighted with the photos they took. All in all I had a wonderful day and when I left the studios I was buzzing. Thank you all for your warm welcome and your professionalism.
An amazing day with Online Models…
An amazing day with Online Models supporting me throughout. The day was a breeze, the photos were fabulous. I would highly recommend.