Top 15 Modeling Agencies In Nigeria
It is no news that in recent time modeling has become one of the most sought after professions in Nigeria. This is especially among young ladies who have a dream of becoming the next Agbani Darego, Tyra Banks or in recent times, the next Olajumoke Orisaguna.
While many of such fantasies never come to reality there have been quite a number of success stories and modeling agencies have played vital roles in the success of all these models.
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The Nigerian Modeling and Fashion industry has seen tremendous growth in recent times. Nigerian models are some of the most sought after models in Africa and even internationally.
There is a lot that go on behind the scene to have those professional models performing at their best at all times. Major roles are played by a lot of people but most especially by the modeling agencies that are responsible for those models.
Modeling agencies are agencies whose primary responsibility is to represent models in the fashion industry. These agencies work in collaboration with other agencies within the entertainment industry as well as other corporate bodies from a wide range of other industries. They serve as the contact point between the models and clients of different sorts.
Modeling agencies are committed to unearthing precious gems out of rocks. They have the responsibilities of discovering potential super models and making sure that they unveil the treasure in them.
They do this by series of training, grooming, enlightenment and guiding their models on the professional ethics of the fashion and entertainment industry. They general polish these models to meet international standards both in looks and in act.
As the global fashion industry has been evolving so also modeling agencies are rising up to the new demands placed upon their craft.
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Live, Study and Work in Canada. No Payment is Required! Hurry Now click here to Apply >> Immigrate to CanadaPresently apart from the regular Cinderella models we all know there are also special modeling agencies that focus on specific kinds of models. For example we now have plus size modeling agencies and face modeling agencies.
Modeling agencies are saddled with the responsibility of training and providing models for various types of events ranging from fashion shows where they provide runway models to models for magazines and other print publications, to product launch, calendars and brochures, ushers for high class events and ceremonies and a whole lots of others.
These models have to go through a disciplined routine in order to always keep themselves in shape ready at all times for the job.
They have to eat right, work out at the gym regularly, take god care of their skin and ensure they are healthy at all times. Generally, they have to look good always because they are billed to appear in front of camera regularly.
As a professional model you will be booked through your agency for a variety of events, shows and programs based on the contract you have signed with the modeling agency and models are paid by their agency and not the client.
The payment pattern is clearly spelt out in the contract and it could either be on per show basis, monthly or even yearly depending on the type of contract. This also includes other welfare packages as is agreed by both parties.
In Nigeria, some modeling agencies have stood out exceptionally in recent time. They have perfected their art and have become the beacons of other agencies and by extension the fashion industry.
They have produced some of the finest models to come out of Africa and are constantly waving the flag of Nigeria internationally. We will take a look at the top 15 modeling agencies in Nigeria:
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1. Silverbird Group
Silverbird group is the most prestigious modeling agency in Nigeria. It was founded in 1980 by Senator Ben Murray Bruce.
The Silverbird has a number of other ventures such as radio station, television station and cinema to mention a few.
They are the organizers of the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN) Pageant as well as Mr. Nigeria. In 2001, Agbani Darego the winner of their MBGN pageant won the Miss World contest and still holds the record as the only black African woman to win the Miss World.
2. Few Model Agency
This agency is known for its track record of polishing young models to slay on the runway. It was Few Model Agency that famously signed Olajumoke Orisaguna the former bread seller after Nigerian photographer TY Bello discovered her. They are one of the top modeling agencies based in Lagos.
3. Iris Model Agency
This agency used to be known as Glam Model Management. They are rising at such fast pace. They are Located in Port Harcourt Rivers state Nigeria.
They are focused on training both male and female models. Currently having a number of models shining brightly within the Nigerian fashion scene.
4. Beige Model Management
This is one agency that is held in high esteem in Nigeria. Also located in Port Harcourt rivers state Nigeria. They have the reputation of paying their models at a premium.
They have such professional training programs that enable their models to current rub shoulders with the best in the country usually within a relatively short period of time.
5. ISIS Model Management
Please do not be afraid of the name of this modeling agency. They are in no way affiliated to what you’re currently thinking.
After a number of inquiries I found out that this agency is one of the top modeling agencies in Lagos Nigeria. They are famously known for producing some of the breathtaking female models currently making waves. Their models have also been previous winners of some of the top beauty pageants in the country.
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6. Beth Modeling Agency
With a bold claim to be the most prestigious modeling agency in Africa, Beth Modeling Agency has quite a number of international affiliates.
They have some of the most gifted trainers and train their models to international standards. They are without controversy one of the most classy modeling agencies in Nigeria.
7. JC Modeling Agency
7One agency that has kept constantly improving in Nigeria is JC Modeling Agency (JCMA). This agency offers international exposure to their Nigerian models in other to keep them competitive.
They also get their models out for various event including fashion shows and they also give a one year contract for their newly selected models.
8. Black Dove Model Agency
Another top modeling agency located in Lagos Nigeria is Black Dove Model Agency. They have one of the best training teams in Nigeria.
Their models are very well paid for their services especially ushering jobs. They are also involved in training and representing male models.
9. Wave Model Management
This modeling agency was founded in Italy but has also established its tent in some African countries of which Nigeria is one of their major focus.
Wave Model Management is located in Port Harcourt, Rivers Sate Nigeria. Their models have the great opportunity to travel out of the country for international fashion shows. They are focused only on female models.
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10. Pillars & Pride of Afrika Model & Talent Management
This agency is unique in that they manage models of every age group. Their models include baby models, child model, teenage models and of course adult models etc. Their models have a wide range of events from commercials, films, television, tradeshows etc.
11. Anaconda Modeling Agency
This is one modeling agency that’s unique also because they don’t charge any application fees. Their results speak for them. Anaconda Modeling Agency is also rated highly because of their apt professionalism. They are located in Lagos Nigeria.
12. Exquisite Models International
The corporate culture of very organization is part of the strength that makes it stand out. Exquisite Models International is one of the few international modeling agencies that have a strong footing in Nigeria and the African continent. Their focus is to unearth and polish Nigerian models into international standards.
13. Y-Ray Models
On an annual basis this fabulous modeling agency put a lot of new outstanding models into the limelight. They are well respected within the modeling circles because they give the rare opportunities to their models to get paid highly when the sign their modeling contracts. They have within their ranks male, female and child models.
14. Zahara Models
This modeling agency is well respected in Nigeria with branches in Abuja and Lagos. Zahara models have a large number of models within their ranks but they still have their hands open to accept new talented model. There are also known to pay very well.
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15. Fashion Instinct Modeling Agency
Fashion Instinct has maintained top status in Nigeria for quite a while now. They have an international branch in Florida United States and their Nigerian office in Lagos. They accept registrations form models of both sexes.
These are the top 15 modeling agencies in Nigeria and they are representing Nigeria with great pride globally.