Doing the Right Thing: Models Rights and Responsibilities (Get Real Guide)

Those just starting in the modeling field can be taken advantage of by agencies and photographers, in terms of compensation, rights to photos, and keeping promises. This book gives the new or semi-professional model the information he or she needs to avoid many common legal problems that arise when considering modeling work or starting in modeling.

Items and issues that the book covers include:
- agency representation and trouble with agencies after you have signed
- model releases, agency contracts, royalty agreements, commissions
- issues while on a shoot such as props, equipment, etc.
- no-shows, non-payment, and "prints for time" deals
- accounting and taxes
- the internet, email, and web sites

The appendices include a sample agency contract, a model release, a list of questions to ask prospective agents, an internet resource list, and checklists for preparing to go to shoots. A glossary of terms used by models and photographers is also included.