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How does CheCKModel work?

We refer to a "CLIENT" as a person any gender over 18 who seeks to book a model for example, a photographer, producer, studio or agent

We refer to a "MODEL" as a person any gender over 18 who may be booked by a client who can be a photographer, producer, studio or agent

We refer to a "MODEL INDUSTRY" as any person or business that operates in TV, film, stage or photographic model industry of any legal level

* Not sure if your planned shoot is legit? Save time & travel costs & request a £10 full search! Request search a client

* New & established models impress everyone with a full members showcase gallery verified profile in order to receive regular work from verified clients. Model Apply

* Not sure if your planned shoot with a model is safe? Time waster? model scammer? Fake ID? Save time & location fees? travel costs & request a £10 full search! Request search a model

* New & established photographers / producers impress your models & competitors with a full members showcase gallery verified profile. Client Apply

About Our SIX Rating Features

The gold stars are awarded for the overall quality of all of the work on a given review profile, rating from one star= below average, to five stars= excellent.

* GREEN standard status is displayed for the very highest level of service, reliability and standard of care in the model industry.

* AMBER standard status is displayed for average level of service, reliability and standard of care in the model industry or new to the industry.

* RED standard status is displayed to any profile for various reasons which can include; potential scam, more than one negative feedbacks, fake profile, excessive alias profiles, or for reasons we are unable to divulge.

* CheCKModel are unable to divulge the source of any information, but can assure all such information is legitimately collected / received, and carefully considered before we arrive at final profile results, and can assure that our experienced non bias team are extremely well selected for their dedication to fairness.

* Our new safeguard feature locks down your review profile from fake reviews by blocking negative reviews until we have confirmed with yourself first that the information is firstly genuine, giving you the opportunity to respond, resulting in accurate result.

Start up score:-

+100 score is created for initial start up for a model or client professional showcase profile even if we can only find the smallest amount of history of the applicant.

Zero score is created for initial start up for a model or client professional showcase profile if we are unable to find any history or negative information.

+100 score is added or every year the model or client has been active in the model industry. Example: Operating 5 years = +500 score.

We invite new applicants to supply supporting evidence to prove start up dates to qualify for +100 scores for years operating.

Extra add on scores

+100 to 300 one off bonus score is awarded: For the quality of images & or any content created.

+100 loyalty score is added each year of continuous recurring membership & supporting our cause.

+++ Additional scores can be added annually from other various sources including reviews sent to CheCKModel or a send request can be made asking us to reassess a profile at any time.

Negatives scores

-1 Minus scores for negative reviews will only appear when evidence is provided and subject to investigation or appeal.

* CheCKModel are unable to divulge the source of any information, but can assure all such information is legitimately collected, and carefully considered before we arrive at final profile results.

There are four levels of Safe&Secure and they represent how much effort goes into safeguarding the model or client.

1) Safe&Secure MAX (maximum) is awarded to any profile that demonstrates the use of SIA licenced security operating on premises or by CCTV. BodyCam CCTV or studio CCTV or other high security measures including studio direct rapid police response panic buttons

2) Safe&Secure PENDING is a profile that is in the process of installing security.

3) Safe&Secure OK (satisfactory) is a profile that demonstrates they have the min adequate security including allowing chaperones.

4) Safe&Secure MIN (minimum) is a profile that demonstrates they do not allow chaperones & have NO security in place and may not require it due to the way they operate.

This a bonus optional extra as all the safe&Secure measures should suffice, but if added, a basic, standard or enhanced check with barred list can be displayed a profiles and give a massive boost!

We would like you to compare these two trades when considering the need for a DBS check.

Example A; DBS required checked licenced taxi driver is alone with a fully clothed passenger at any hour.

Example B; Photographer/Producer working alone with a nude glamour model (DBS not required)

How impressive it would look to include such feature on a profile to give extra reassurance to potetial models or clients.

We all may know someone that has been on the receiving end of a keyboard warrior & abusive online but can be a lovely person on meets.

This is a useful extra feature that can be reported to CheCKModel reports which can help when considering bookings.

About CheCKModel

* CheCKModel is a not for profit organisation that reports & reviews the very good & the very bad with aims to create a safer more secure model industry.

* UK stats reveal that 1 in 4 adult women have been sexual assaulted, the model industry especially targeted, plus the rise of model scams, stalkers, fake profiles & fraud are at the highest levels, hence the need for one central database to go about the process of elimination of all the poorest rated, resulting in only amazing safe & secure model industry!

* CheCKModel consists of expert, non bias dedicted team of volunteers with a wealth of experience in all areas of the model industry.

Applying For a Professional Showcase Profile

* We no longer list just any model or client on this site as free public profile.

* We only accept new model or client profiles if they reach a certain standard, this can explained fully on application.

We only accept a full showcase verified profile, please check below:-

Clients apply for a professional showcase profile - Models apply for a professional showcase profile

* Build your "Model Credit Score" so the higher your score, the higher your ranking at the top when someone searches for you.

* The GREEN flag status will display your profile as very high standard.

* Your professional showcase profile will be "LOCKED" so will email you if you are sent a poor review.

* Without a professional showcase profile any reviews would only be listened to from the complainant which could be damaging for reputation.

* Finally we just want to show off all the hard work you & your dedication to the model industry.

* CheCKModel represent any level of modelling that is legal in the country they reside or operate. We must not jeopardize the safety & security issues by discriminating against a model or clients level of work

* Even though some profiles may work to adult levels, CheCKModel do not host images of nudity or adult theme content or strong sexual references in members profiles or galleries on this site.

* We refer to a "model" as any gender, over the age of 18 who works occasionally, part-time, full-time, as a model, professional or hobbyist.

* Brand new models can ask for more information about becoming a model, if they go to our menu & contact us or apply below:- Contact Us

* Established models can apply for a full members showcase gallery profile in order to receive regular work from verified clients. Model Apply

All profiles must be over 18, any gender, individuals, any type of model, and any client that books models, for example.. Photographers, producers, studios or agencies.

We encourage members to add links to your own sites, and social media, directly linking to your members profile page, with links to your profle will prove to your model or client that are registered with CheCKModel.

CheCKModel's main objective is to work towards creating a safe, secure, well informed, and as risk free as possible working environment for working age adults. Models under the age of 18 should always be accompanied by a parent or responsible guardian whom should act as their direct secure agent themselves.

We do not currently offer any areas that require login.

We are now accepting model & photographer review profiles worldwide.

CheCKModel is the national model reporting register of independent and agency models. Models can take advantage of the added security of being independent at CheCKModel providing they click the members client weblinks to ensure they reach the authentic verified photographer. Therefore, clients are more likely to better responses from models provided both parties are showcase members.

How to Report & Appeal

* CheCKModel need to hear both sides of the story, and our non bias expert team are totally dedicated to getting to the bottom of it.

* Apply for a members profile if your free public profile is lacking in content or has some vital information missing.

* CheCKModel is a non profit organisation, however a small admin charge of £15 is payable in advance for models or clients remaining at free listing status to request to amend any part of their profile.

* Applying for a full showcase checked & trusted members profile at the same time as appealing negative feedback, will boost your score, as well as no £15 admin required.

Photographers Get Listed Models Get Listed

* Any model or client are welcome to report any negative feedback or any bad experience. We may ask for any supporting evidence. Report Negative Feedback

* Our new safeguard feature locks down your review profile from fake reviews by blocking negative reviews until we have confirmed with yourself first that the information is firstly genuine, giving you the opportunity to respond, resulting in accurate result.

* If the client or model does not exist in our database, you are welcome to complete their public profile below, in order to report them.

Photographers Get Listed Models Get Listed

* CheCKModel have smart systems in place for auto updating positive feedback scores without cheating.

* If you have had a good experience with your model booking, You are welcome to give them a +1 feedback score, and they should hopefully return the gesture.

* If the client or model does not exist in our database, you are welcome to complete their public profile below, in order to report them.

Report Positive Feedback

* CheCKModel for security reasons are unable to divulge the source of any information gathered, and how we arrive at final profile results, but we can assure that our expert team are extremely well selected for their dedication to fairness.

CheCKModel do not want to host a chat forum style site where there are heated exchanges, disputes, accusations, or risk of fake feedback. CheCKModel prefer a simple colour standard rating system, smart scoring system, eliminate fake reviews, then leave te final result up to you to decide, having eliminating as many risks as possible.

* CheCKModel comply fully with GDPR law. However, we do not need permission to publish any serious or concerning RED status review profiles where such information is also in the public domain, and in the interests of public safety it is legal for such information be used for legitimate reporting purposes.

*Contact us if you would like any other profile or information removing or wish to appeal against our decision.

Age Verification

Contact us, as we would need to quote for this service, and it is more cost effective on a commercial contract, other than the occasional amateur.

We check the authenication of any ID as well as verify models age on the date of first image created & or any paperwork submitted, ensure it belongs to the models in question, also check meta data or any other supporting evidence of the models earliest image used for publication by the applicant/client.

Future developments

Check back in the future for updates.

* CheCKModel do not give professional legal advice. We may in the future create a page dedicated to how to get started in the model industry.

* Any legal advice regards contracts, model release or other legal matters, you should seek advice from a solicitor.

CheCKModel do not offer a telephone or postal service. Our admin system uses online forms only, and our only method of correspondence is by email.

We operate as not for profit, our rescources are limited with only a small dedicated specialist team, therefore, we can only scan through all no-reply emails monthly, and do take all views seriously. If your email is urgent, please contact with a general enquiry.

We do not have a APP for downloading but may have in the future.

Please check back for more updates on our revised terms & new features, as t+c can change at any time without notice!