Become a model
Become a model in Ilford
Becoming a model in Ilford starts at ROW ONE with four photos and your measurements. The application takes five minutes, application and admission are free, and we answer every application. Castings take place by video call, in our rooms in Frankfurt or at the production site; jobs come up in Ilford, in the region and across Europe.
Why Ilford
Models from Ilford work in the city, in Barking, Dagenham and London and, for campaigns and shows, in London, Birmingham and Manchester. Travel costs to productions are paid by the client, never by you.
Applying from Ilford is simple: four photos, measurements, contact details. You hear from us with a clear yes or no and, if yes, a date for a video call.
For applications from Ilford what applies to London applies: video call, casting in the region, jobs across the metropolitan area.
- Population
- 170,000
- Region
- England
- km from Frankfurt
- 625
- Neighbouring cities
- 6
Requirements
Who we are looking for.
Women
- Fashion
- from approx. 172 cm
- Commercial & e-commerce
- from approx. 165 cm
- Age
- 18+, from 16 with parents
- Dress size
- fashion 34–36, commercial open
Men
- Fashion
- from approx. 183 cm
- Commercial & e-commerce
- from approx. 178 cm
- Age
- 18+, from 16 with parents
- Suit size
- fashion 46–50, commercial open
For everyone
- Languages: German or English
- Willing to travel within Europe
- Time for castings and multi-day productions
- Naturalness in front of the camera
Guide values. If you do not fit exactly, apply anyway; we will tell you honestly what you are right for.
Ilford in numbers
Why Ilford
If you live in Ilford, you will mostly work in the region and travel to London, Birmingham and Manchester for campaigns and shows. Travel costs are paid by the client.
Ilford belongs to Greater London; castings and jobs are organised together with London, without extra travel for you.
Models from smaller cities like Ilford are on our board too. Jobs come from regional companies and from the larger cities nearby, Barking, Dagenham and London among them.
Travel and support
Applicants from United Kingdom are welcome. From Ilford everything up to the first casting happens online; jobs are in United Kingdom and in Germany, with travel paid by the client.
Requirements
Our requirements for applicants from Ilford, as a guide rather than a rulebook:
Ilford in numbers
Ilford has around 170,000 inhabitants.
Ilford belongs to the region of England in the United Kingdom.
Frankfurt, where ROW ONE is based, is 625 kilometres away.
The nearest cities where we also book: Barking, Dagenham and London.
Ilford belongs to Greater London.
Safety
- Application and admission are free. We never charge for comp cards, photos or courses, never ask for ID copies or payment details, and castings take place by video call, in our rooms or at the production site, never in private flats. With minors we always speak to the parents.
Process
From application to first job.
01Application
Photos, measurements, contact. Five minutes.
02Review
We get back to you, even if it is not a match.
03Meeting
Video call or casting in Frankfurt or in your city.
04Polaroids & start
We take polaroids and measurements, discuss contract and availability. Then it begins.
Questions
Frequently asked
01Do I need experience to apply from Ilford?
No. Most of our models started without experience. What matters is natural photos, honest measurements and time for castings and jobs.
02Does the application cost anything?
Nothing. We never charge for comp cards, photos or courses; if someone does, it is not us.
03How tall do I need to be?
For fashion, women from about 172 cm and men from about 184 cm. Commercial and classic have no fixed limits; the face and the presence matter more.
04From what age can I apply?
From 18 without further ado, from 16 with parental consent. There is no upper limit: classic models over 40 are in demand.
05Can I apply at 30, 40 or 50?
Yes. Classic models are in demand for commercial, corporate and healthcare productions; there is no upper age limit.
06Do I have to come to Frankfurt?
Only if it suits you. From Ilford the interview happens online, polaroids follow our guide, castings take place where the jobs are.
07Will I get a comp card?
Yes, once you are on the board. The comp card is produced by us, free of charge, and updated with every new set of pictures.
08Are there jobs in Ilford?
Yes. Clients in Ilford and in Barking, Dagenham and London book through us; campaigns and shows also take you to London, Birmingham and Manchester.
Neighbouring cities
Looking for models for a production in Ilford? Here is the client page for Ilford.
Next step
Five minutes, no fees: apply
The application takes five minutes; we get back to you either way.
