The company asked me to apply for a prototype card, but I don’t know what the situation is.

Talk about the importance of model cards

What newcomers are most sensitive to and confused about is the charge for making model cards. This kind of worry has been caused by some bad cultural institutions borrowing money. Various fees are charged in disguise in the name of model cards, and many of them boast promises that cannot be fulfilled, making new models feel cheated; on the other hand, because newbies do not know much about the industry, they regard passing the interview as having obtained the qualification of a model. I work, so I have a lot of opinions on the charges for making model cards. Who knows that modeling is a profession with a very high elimination rate, and it is unlikely that all models can get the opportunity to make model cards for free. Before discovering the potential of models, especially newcomers, the investment packaging behavior of brokerage companies is bound to bear huge risks. From the perspective of business operations, it is worthwhile to provide "free" packaging for some very outstanding models, so if newcomers want to get such an opportunity, they need to ask themselves how much they have. The cost of producing model cards is not a problem. The real problem is that new models must know how to distinguish whether the production fee is worth it or not. The cost of making model cards can be 100% borne by the agency. The premise is that you have sufficient quality and considerable development prospects. Otherwise, the agency will not waste money and it also needs to survive. The sharing of model card production fees is the more important form, and there are various ways of sharing. Newcomers can choose according to their own conditions and specific circumstances. For example: if a model brings her own clothing and makeup, the agency only charges for shooting and post-production costs; another example is if a model collaborates with a photographer on an art picture, the costs incurred are shared equally and the pictures are shared. For some models with better economic conditions, you can also find specialized well-known photographers, stylists, designers and scenes to serve them and produce high-quality model cards to bring a better interpretation of your own image.

So generally speaking, model cards may be a special ticket to enter this industry, and we have too many reasons to require models to make and update their own model cards. Many experiences have proven that a good model image is directly proportional to its chance of success. The so-called good image means that on the one hand, the model itself is in good condition, and on the other hand, the model's plasticity characteristics are shown through the carefully crafted model card. Both are indispensable. If the model cards you spend money on can bring you significant results, we think the price you pay is worth it. Free and excellent production is a rare thing. If you make a model card, no matter whether you spend money or not, it will not bring you the benefits you deserve. Apart from self-appreciation, what is the use of such a model card? Therefore, we feel that models should not get into disputes over whether to charge or not, but should carefully examine whether the production of model cards can help their career development! For newcomers, the production of model cards is especially important. Once the model's image is positioned, it is difficult to change in a short period of time - it may have a key impact on the model's development prospects, and it creates the opportunity for models to be used in this industry. The first impression of an organization. An experienced agent will plan a "business card" that is very conducive to the model's success based on the model's personal characteristics and talents, which is different from both art photos and lifestyle photos. We hope that models will not have to be one-size-fits-all when it comes to model cards, especially model card charges. Should we pay for the services provided by brokerage companies and cultural companies? The main thing is to see whether the result is worthwhile or not. Paying for the production of model cards is not a mistake in itself. The statement that "anyone who charges for model cards is a liar" is purely overkill and alarmist. Models must learn to identify slander, but they must also not listen to nonsense. At the very least, you should respect the hard work that agents, photographers, and other staff put in on your behalf. If you feel that the company is not worthy of your trust and cooperation, you can just walk away without worrying about it.