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For Models

Scouting Pathway

A selective pathway for people with genuine agency potential. Many candidates attempt self-submission by taking their own digitals and contacting agencies individually. This pathway is for candidates who want agency-ready digitals prepared professionally and submissions handled with industry context. The goal is simple: present you properly from the start so agencies see a clear, accurate representation of your look and potential.

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TL;DR

  • Scouting is application-based and reviewed before acceptance.
  • The core difference is self-submission vs working with me to prepare and submit professionally.
  • All scouting preparation sessions take place in Brisbane.
  • Every package includes digitals and measurements as the baseline.
  • Talking and walking videos are optional add-ons used by some agencies during evaluation.
  • Australian and international submission tiers are currently marked coming soon.
  • Agency and scouting-team referral coordination via LOSTANDFOUND.mgmt is also coming soon.

Brisbane / Scouting / Agency Submission Support

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What this includes

  • Digitals + measurements in every package.
  • Australian agency submission support in the AUS submission tier (coming soon).
  • Australian + international submission support in the top tier (coming soon).
  • Talking and walking videos available as an add-on.

Scouting rates & options

Pricing is in AUD and structured as clear package tiers based on deliverables and submission scope.

Submission and industry-connection tiers are currently marked coming soon while network pathways are finalized.

Rates may evolve as agency submission requirements and pathway outcomes develop.

Package Best For Price (AUD) Typical Deliverables
Digitals Only Digitals + measurements for your own submissions $350 Digitals + measurements
Digitals + AUS Submission (Coming soon) Candidates preparing for Australian agency submission support Coming soon Digitals + measurements + submission to Australian agency network (coming soon)
AUS + International Submission (Coming soon) Candidates ready for full submission support across Australian + international agency networks Coming soon Digitals + measurements + submission to Australian & international agency network

Scouting add-ons

Add-ons keep core scouting packages clean while letting you add specific deliverables only when needed.

Add-On Price (AUD) Details
Talking & Walking Videos $200 Agent-facing talking and runway walking videos added to any scouting package

Typical investment examples

  • Self-submission starter: Digitals + measurements = $350.
  • Self-submission + videos: Digitals Only ($350) + Talking & Walking Videos ($200) = $550.
  • AUS submission track: Coming soon.
  • AUS submission + videos: Coming soon.
  • AUS + International Submission: Coming soon.

Who it is for

People serious about entering or re-positioning within the model industry who are ready to approach testing as a professional step.

This is not a casual photoshoot lane. It is selective, outcome-focused, and built around agency relevance.

What to prepare

All scouting prep sessions are run in Brisbane.

  • Age, height, location, and current representation status (if any).
  • Recent snapshots in natural light.
  • Current goals and timeline for agency submission.

For agents and scouting teams

If you are an agent or scouting team looking for new talent pathways, referral coordination via LOSTANDFOUND.mgmt is coming soon.

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FAQ

  • Why use this pathway instead of submitting myself? You can take your own digitals at home and manually submit to agency inboxes yourself. This pathway is for candidates who want agency-ready digitals prepared properly and professional submission handling.
  • Do I need prior modelling experience to apply? No. Prior modelling experience is not required if your current look, potential, and submission readiness are strong.
  • Can I apply if I am not signed yet? Yes. The pathway is designed for unsigned candidates as well as developing talent preparing for agency conversations.
  • How long does scouting review take? Most applications are reviewed within 1–3 business days, then you will receive next-step guidance and pathway fit.
  • Does agency submission guarantee representation? No. Submission support improves presentation and access, but agency decisions are always made independently by each agency.
  • Can interstate applicants apply if prep is Brisbane-only? Yes, as long as you can travel to Brisbane for scouting prep sessions.
  • What if I am not accepted right now? You will receive clear next-step direction, and where relevant I may recommend a portfolio prep route before reapplying.
  • How do you decide who can participate in the scouting pathway? I understand what different agencies look for, including their unwritten rules and market nuances, so pathway decisions are based on realistic agency fit and submission readiness.
  • What Australian agencies will you submit me to? Australian agency submission support is currently coming soon. Once live, I will confirm current agency-network scope during onboarding.
  • Do I get feedback from submissions? When submission tiers are live, I will let you know what agencies say and whether they want to meet you. Sometimes feedback is limited, but I will always confirm receipt.
  • Why are you charging me if you're a scout? I am a photographer who also has strong agency relationships. A typical scout might just connect you and receive a fee. This pathway goes further: I present you in the strongest possible way and connect you through a structured process so you are never left wondering what happens next.

Apply

Every application is reviewed before a scouting package is confirmed. If accepted, you will receive pathway fit, recommended tier, and next-step timing.

Submit scouting application