AgencyBenchmark independently evaluates modeling agencies against transparent verification standards, helping models, parents and clients make more informed decisions.
Search by agency name or official agency incorporation / registration number to view its AgencyBenchmark profile and verification status.
Search results are based on AgencyBenchmark records.
We review available business information, submitted documentation, agency practices and industry evidence and, where applicable, conduct physical office inspections.
Business identity, registration information, ownership details, contact information and supporting documentation.
Evaluate agencies against clearly published AgencyBenchmark verification standards — the same 11 weighted checkpoints for every agency.
Provide models, parents and clients with transparent information so they can make their own decisions.
Every agency in the AgencyBenchmark directory is assessed against the same eleven weighted checkpoints, worth 100 points total, by an independent reviewer. See the full scoring breakdown →
Verify available legal business registration information.
Verify the agency's stated business location.
Review website, domain, official contact information and online presence.
Review available information about founders, directors and management.
Review evidence of previous modeling, casting, campaign, fashion show or related industry work.
Review available model agreements, terms, refund policies and relevant business policies.
Check whether registration fees, commissions and other charges are clearly disclosed.
Review safety procedures and safeguarding policies, particularly when minors are involved.
Review available reviews, references, complaints and relevant evidence.
Completed by every agency as part of standard verification — a live video walkthrough of the stated office.
Optional. An AgencyBenchmark representative visits the agency's stated office in person; travel and accommodation are self-funded by the agency.
A score of 75+ ("Trusted Agency") is achievable through video-only verification — the 15-point in-person visit is optional and self-funded by the agency, which is why totals differ between agencies. A visit confirms a location was inspected; it does not by itself prove the agency is trustworthy or guarantee future conduct.
Points are earned across all 11 checkpoints. The total determines what's shown publicly.
The top tier. Achievable through video-only verification — the 15-point in-person visit is optional.
Meets the minimum bar across most checkpoints, with some gaps noted in the breakdown.
Not publicly listed and no score shown, until the agency meets the minimum bar.
Fake agencies, hidden fees, false casting opportunities and misleading guarantees cost people time, money and trust every year.
We don't tell you who to work with. We give you structured, evidence-based information so you can ask better questions.
Show potential models, parents and clients that your business is willing to meet independent verification standards.
