Small Switzerland has a considerable density of modeling agencies. Whether you are a business, advertising agency, or an ambitious photographer, sooner or later you will be looking for a modeling agency to showcase your products with charming models. Choosing a good agency is crucial for the success of a project! Therefore, it is worth reading this article; it will give you an overview of some recommended modeling agencies in Switzerland.
40 Modeling Agencies Found in Switzerland – Quality?
With a little Google research, we found more than 40 modeling agencies in Switzerland within a few minutes. Of course, there are a few more, but they are not easy to find nowadays and have little chance of long-term survival in this competitive environment. The overview can be intimidating, as the differences in quality seem as large as in almost any other business. Caution and research are especially necessary before jumping on the first “best” modeling agency.
In our last article on “tips on where to book your model,” we first explained the differences between international agencies, local modeling agencies, and model portals. If you don’t know these differences, it’s worth taking a quick look.
Criteria for the Best Modeling Agencies
So, what are the relevant evaluation criteria? Our ranking is based on several criteria that can be assessed without direct contact with the agency. We only studied agencies based in Switzerland.
The following points are included in our ranking:
◆ Presence and Website
◇ Ease of website use
◇ Clear structures and simple functionality
◇ Compilation of casting lists and memos
◆ Contact Information
◇ Ease of finding email addresses and phone numbers
◇ Is there a person responsible for the company? Ltd. / LLC
◆ Quality of Models and Images
◇ Quality of photos, large images
◇ Consistency in images and poses; availability of Polaroids
◆ Client and Model Friendliness
◇ Fees for creating a composite card?
◇ Public and understandable terms and conditions
◆ Reputation and Recognition
◇ Domain importance and value
◇ Recognition level based on website visitor numbers > Global ranking
◇ Agency reputation: Our personal experience and forum opinions
◆ Overall Impression
◇ How pleasant is the modeling agency after 10 minutes on its website
◇ Team/owner photos and agency history
◇ How long has the agency been operating?
Even with the first two criteria, about 50% of modeling agencies were eliminated from our list, leaving the top-ranking agencies.
Now They Constitute – The Top 6
These 6 agencies do not meet all points, but they clearly stand out from the rest and, in our opinion, are considered trustworthy.
METRO Model Agency
Founded in 2010, METRO Model Agency ranks first. It mainly has high-level models celebrated internationally. It has large galleries and image construction, including Polaroids, videos, and Instagram views. The agency has many top models and a wide variety of emerging talent.
Visage International Model Agency
Former model Zineta Blank developed Visage International in Zurich to promote young talent. The agency includes 150 female models and 70 male models from various fields, including some famous models.
Time Model Agency
Operating since 1971 as an international modeling agency, it specializes in fashion models of medium requirements but also has a smaller “People Models” division. The agency is based in Zurich.
OPTION Model Agency
OPTION is one of the best-known fashion modeling agencies. Ursula Knecht took control of the agency, founded in Zurich in 1987. It is an international agency that also organizes the “Elite Model Look Contest” in Switzerland.
FOTOGEN Modellagentur
Founded in 1967 through a merger of fashion photographers, FOTOGEN promotes beginners and young talent nationally and internationally. They have adult models as well as “people models.”
Scout Model Agency
Founded in 2004 in Zurich by Bettina Schaefer, SCOUT has curvy and hand models in addition to 30+ fashion models. SCOUT is a leader in popular models.
