Model CV Example

A model CV should fit on one page (two maximum if you have extensive credits). Put your stats block at the very top or in the header, height, bust-waist-hip measurements, hair, eyes, dress size and shoe size, so agencies can assess fit before opening your portfolio. Right after your name, include a link to your online portfolio and comp card; casting directors expect to click through to your images immediately.

Follow this section order:

Personal statement: If you have booked work, write a summary highlighting your niche (runway/commercial/editorial), years of experience, and key clients. If you're new, write an objective stating your modelling goals and transferable skills from dance, theatre or other performance backgrounds.

Experience: List credits, not duties. "Walked for Simone Rocha at London Fashion Week SS26" proves a booking; "responsible for walking in fashion shows" does not. If you have no paid work yet, list test shoots (TFP), student-designer collaborations, and any performance experience that shows you can take direction and hold composure.

Skills: Spell out modelling-specific skills, agencies want to see "runway walking", "posing for stills", "facial expression control" and "taking direction on set", plus soft skills like professionalism and adaptability during long shoots.

Stats: Remeasure every three months and keep them honest. Inflated measurements get exposed at fittings and damage your reputation. UK/European models list in centimetres; US models in inches. Write bust-waist-hip in that order (e.g. 84-61-89 cm).

Tailor the CV to your niche: runway emphasises height, walking technique and presence; commercial emphasises approachability, versatility and clothing size over tight measurements; editorial emphasises a unique look and emotive expression; fitness adds chest, arm and body-composition figures.

Model experience is credits, not duties. Agencies and clients want to see named brands, designers, publications and campaigns you've worked for, that's what proves bookings and builds your reputation.

The formula: Client + Project + Specifics

Every bullet should name the client or publication, describe the project type (runway show, campaign shoot, editorial spread), and add specific details that show scale, professionalism or impact.

Before and after

If you have no paid bookings yet, list:

• Test shoots (TFP): "Completed 6 time-for-print shoots with emerging photographers, building portfolio range across beauty, editorial and lifestyle styles."
• Student collaborations: "Walked for 6 independent designers at Graduate Fashion Week 2019, gaining runway experience and exposure to diverse styling and choreography."
• Transferable performance work: "Performed in 5 productions over two years at Manchester Youth Theatre, developing stage presence, emotional expression and ability to take rapid direction from directors."

Action verbs for model CVs

Runway: Walked, opened, closed, showcased Shoots: Shot, featured, collaborated, adapted, delivered Campaigns: Booked, represented, modelled Professionalism: Maintained, worked, completed

Keep bullets factual and specific. The work speaks for itself when you name the client and describe what you did.

Most models do not have formal qualifications in modelling, and agencies care more about your look, stats and portfolio than your education. That said, modelling courses and performance training are worth listing if you're new to the industry or lack booked work.

What to include

Modelling training: List any formal courses from recognised schools (London School of Modelling, Elite Model Look, Models Direct). Include the course name, year, and key skills covered (runway technique, posing, portfolio development). Example:

London School of Modelling, Modelling Foundation Course (2025) Runway, Posing & Portfolio Development Completed 8-week intensive covering catwalk technique, editorial and commercial posing, and on-set professionalism.

Performance backgrounds: If you have training in dance, theatre or acting, list it. Agencies value the transferable skills: body awareness, taking direction, emotional expression, composure under pressure. Example:

Manchester Youth Theatre, Ensemble Performer (2023–2025) Performed in 5 productions, developing stage presence, movement control and ability to take rapid direction.

Academic qualifications: Only include if recent or relevant (e.g. a degree in Fashion Marketing or Performing Arts). Otherwise, omit or list briefly without detail.

Certifications that matter

There are no industry-standard certifications for models in the way there are for other professions. However, if you work in fitness or sports modelling, certifications in personal training, nutrition or sports coaching can add credibility. If you work in commercial or promotional modelling, a clean driving licence or language skills may be relevant for certain bookings.

Do not invent qualifications to fill space. Agencies would rather see honest stats, clean digitals and a short CV than padding.