THE MODELING PANEL: Empowering Unsigned & Signed Talent

THE MODELING PANEL: Empowering Unsigned & Signed Talent A Free Live Workshop by Collektivo. This is part of the Know More Good educational workshop series at Know Good Studio. The modeling industry is full of opportunity — but nobody hands you the roadmap. This free live panel brings together three industry perspectives to give you the knowledge, tools, and confidence to navigate your modeling career with clarity — whether you're just starting out or you've been in the game and still feel like something's missing. YOUR PANELISTS: Josh Eskridge — Former Mother Agent who has managed over 50 models and placed them globally. Josh will break down the business side of the industry from the agent's perspective — what they're really looking for, how the system works, and how to use it to your advantage. Maelyn Roland — Working Model With brand experience spanning Victoria's Secret, Skims, Pink, Aerie, and Hollister, Maelyn brings the real on-the-ground perspective of what it actually looks like to build a modeling career — the wins, the lessons, and everything in between. Felipe Wallis — Founder of Collektivo | Stylist & Photographer Felipe moderates the conversation and brings his perspective as an industry creative and agency founder who has worked across styling, photography, and talent management. WHAT WE'RE COVERING: — The business side: invoicing, rates, usage rights, and taxes as an independent contractor — Contracts: what to look for, what to never sign, and how to protect yourself — Scams: red flags and how to spot them before they cost you — Agency relationships: mother agents vs. direct booking, and when to walk away — Marketing yourself: personal branding, social media, and getting noticed by the right people — Networking: how to build real relationships with photographers, creatives, and clients — Portfolio building: what you actually need and how to get it HOW IT WORKS: This is a live, in-person panel — not a lecture. The three panelists will have a real conversation covering each topic from their different perspectives, so you're hearing the industry from multiple angles at once. At the end, the floor opens up for a live Q&A — bring your real questions. Nothing is off limits and nothing gets sugarcoated. EVENT DETAILS: 📅 May 30th, 2025 🕛 12:00 PM 📍 Know Good Studios — Miami, FL 🎟 FREE — Limited to 40 spots