Top Talent/ Model agency in the world

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#Top talent and model agencies in Japan

Agency Name Description Website URL Talent Numbers (approx.) Founded Year
Elite Model Management Japan One of the leading international agencies representing top models in Japan. www.elitemodel.com 500+ 1977
Ford Models Japan A global agency with a significant presence in the Japanese market, representing fashion and commercial models. www.fordmodels.com 400+ 1946
Johnny & Associates Famous for representing top male idols and actors in Japan. www.johnny-associates.co.jp 50+ 1962
Avex Management A major talent management agency in Japan, handling both musicians and idols. www.avex.co.jp 100+ 1988
Oscar Promotion A well-known agency representing both models and actors across various media. www.oscarpro.co.jp 500+ 1982
Pony Canyon Talent agency focusing on pop idols, actors, and entertainers. www.ponycanyon.co.jp 200+ 1966
Nijiiro Super Specializes in young talent, offering acting and modeling opportunities. www.nijiirosuper.com 50+ 2005
Stardust Promotion A talent agency representing a wide range of actors, idols, and models. www.stardust.co.jp 300+ 1981
Tenso Talent Agency that represents actors, musicians, and models. www.tenso.com 100+ 2003
LDH Japan Entertainment company representing performers, actors, and models. www.ldh.co.jp 200+ 2003
Watanabe Entertainment Known for representing top Japanese comedians, actors, and idols. www.watanabepro.co.jp 300+ 1957
Model Bank A modeling agency that connects freelance models with various commercial projects. www.modelbank.co.jp 100+ 1993
Japan Model Agency Represents top models in Japan for fashion, commercial, and entertainment sectors. www.japanmodelagency.com 100+ 2000
Vision Factory Talent management agency focusing on young talent and models. www.visionfactory.jp 150+ 1990
Topcoat Represents a diverse range of talent, including actors, models, and influencers. www.topcoat.co.jp 100+ 2005
K-DASH Specializes in management of actors, models, and TV personalities. www.kdash.jp 200+ 1987
Bailo A talent agency focused on talent development and management for both models and actors. www.bailo.co.jp 100+ 1998
Horipro A major talent agency in Japan, known for its large pool of actors, singers, and models. www.horipro.co.jp 400+ 1960
SKE48 Production Associated with SKE48, a major idol group, and managing the talents within the group. www.ske48.co.jp 50+ 2008
Scoop Models A popular modeling agency in Japan specializing in commercial and fashion modeling. www.scoopmodels.com 150+ 2000

These agencies represent a wide variety of talent, from fashion and commercial models to idols and actors, contributing significantly to Japan’s entertainment industry. The number of talents and the year of establishment may vary and are approximate figures.

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Top talent and model agencies in South Korea

Agency Name Description Website URL Approx. Number of Talents Founded Year
HYBE Corporation Formerly Big Hit Entertainment, HYBE manages globally renowned artists like BTS and TXT, offering comprehensive support including career development and global promotions. www.hybecorp.com 50+ 2005
SM Entertainment A pioneer in the K-pop industry, managing top groups like EXO, Red Velvet, and NCT, with a focus on music production and global entertainment ventures. www.smentertainment.com 100+ 1995
JYP Entertainment Manages popular artists such as TWICE, Stray Kids, and ITZY, known for its influence in the K-pop industry. www.jype.com 60+ 1997
YG Entertainment Known for managing artists like BLACKPINK and WINNER, offering comprehensive services including music production and concert tours. www.ygfamily.com 80+ 1996
FNC Entertainment Manages artists such as CNBLUE and AOA, focusing on both music and acting talents. www.fncent.com 50+ 2006
Starship Entertainment Home to artists like MONSTA X and WJSN, involved in music production and artist management. www.starship-ent.com 40+ 2008
Cube Entertainment Manages artists such as (G)I-DLE and BTOB, offering services in music production and artist development. www.cubeent.co.kr 30+ 2006
Pledis Entertainment Home to artists like SEVENTEEN and NU’EST, focusing on music production and artist management. www.pledis.co.kr 20+ 2007
WM Entertainment Manages artists such as OH MY GIRL and B1A4, involved in music production and artist development. www.wment.co.kr 25+ 2008
DSP Media Known for managing artists like KARD and APRIL, offering comprehensive entertainment services. www.dspmedia.co.kr 20+ 1991
IST Entertainment Manages artists such as THE BOYZ and Apink, focusing on music production and artist management. www.ist-ent.com 30+ 2011
KQ Entertainment Home to artists like ATEEZ, offering services in music production and global promotions. www.kqent.com 15+ 2016
RBW (Rainbow Bridge World) Manages artists such as MAMAMOO and ONEUS, involved in music production and artist development. www.rbbridge.com 20+ 2010
Woollim Entertainment Known for managing artists like INFINITE and Lovelyz, offering comprehensive entertainment services. www.woolliment.com 25+ 2003
TOP Media Manages artists such as TEEN TOP and UP10TION, focusing on music production and artist management. www.itopgroup.com 20+ 2010
Fantagio Home to artists like ASTRO and Weki Meki, involved in music production and acting talent management. www.fantagio.kr 30+ 2008
C-JeS Entertainment Manages artists such as JYJ and Gummy, offering services in music and acting talent management. www.c-jes.com 20+ 2009
Mystic Story Known for managing artists like LUCY and Billie, focusing on music production and artist development. www.mystic89.net 15+ 2011
Swing Entertainment Manages artists such as Kim Jae Hwan and IZ*ONE, offering comprehensive entertainment services. www.swingent.co.kr 10+ 2018
Belift Lab A joint venture between CJ ENM and HYBE, managing the boy group ENHYPEN. www.beliftlab.com 7 2018

Please note that the number of talents is approximate and may have changed since the time of reporting

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Top talent and model agencies in the USA

Agency Name Description Website URL Approx. Number of Talents Founded Year
IMG Models One of the largest and most prestigious modeling agencies worldwide, representing high-fashion models. www.imgmodels.com 500+ 1987
Elite Model Management A leading global model agency with a strong presence in the fashion industry. www.elitemodelworld.com 1000+ 1977
Ford Models A top-tier agency known for representing supermodels and high-profile talent in fashion. www.fordmodels.com 500+ 1946
Next Models Renowned for managing top fashion models globally, with a focus on runway and editorial work. www.nextmodels.com 300+ 1989
Wilhelmina Models A leading international agency with a roster of top fashion models and celebrities. www.wilhelmina.com 500+ 1967
The Society Management A New York-based agency known for its exclusive representation of high-fashion models. www.thesocietymanagement.com 400+ 2011
LA Models One of the top modeling agencies in Los Angeles, managing both fashion and commercial models. www.lamodels.com 200+ 1985
Storm Models A major international agency representing high-fashion models and influencers. www.stormmodels.com 300+ 1987
Marilyn Agency A high-end fashion agency with offices in both New York and Paris, known for managing top models. www.marilynagency.com 150+ 1985
Supreme Management Focused on high-fashion modeling with a selective roster of exclusive models. www.suprememanagement.com 100+ 2006
Bravo Models Known for discovering and managing top models, focusing on both commercial and fashion markets. www.bravomodels.com 50+ 2000
Model Management A global platform for connecting models with agencies, offering freelance and agency-based opportunities. www.modelmanagement.com 5000+ 2007
The Green Agency A well-established agency specializing in models, talent, and influencers, particularly for commercial work. www.thegreenagency.com 300+ 2009
Creative Artists Agency (CAA) One of the biggest talent agencies in Hollywood, representing actors, models, and other entertainers. www.caa.com 3000+ 1975
United Talent Agency (UTA) A powerhouse agency representing artists across various entertainment sectors, including models. www.unitedtalent.com 4000+ 1991
ICM Partners A global talent agency with a significant presence in the fashion and entertainment sectors. www.icmpartners.com 2000+ 1975
William Morris Endeavor (WME) A major talent agency that represents actors, models, musicians, and other creative professionals. www.wmeagency.com 5000+ 1898
Buchwald A talent agency representing models, actors, and other performers in multiple industries. www.buchwald.com 300+ 1977
Stars Model Management A highly regarded agency focusing on both fashion models and actors, based in New York and LA. www.starsmodelmanagement.com 200+ 2000
American Apparel Models Known for representing models for commercial and print work, including fashion and e-commerce. www.americanapparelmodels.com 100+ 1995
Photogenics Media A modeling agency in Los Angeles offering talent management for fashion models and influencers. www.photogenicsmedia.com 100+ 2001
The Agency A boutique talent agency focused on fashion, commercial, and celebrity models. www.theagency.la 100+ 2004
Red Model Management A New York-based boutique agency representing models for commercial, editorial, and runway work. www.redmodelmanagement.com 50+ 2012
Fusion Models A premier modeling agency focused on commercial, print, and fashion modeling, based in New York City. www.fusionmodels.com 150+ 2001
Ford Artists Specializes in representing makeup artists, stylists, and other creative professionals in the fashion industry. www.fordartists.com 50+ 1946
Soul Artist Management A modeling agency based in New York City, representing high-end fashion models and influencers. www.soulartistmanagement.com 100+ 2009
Major Model Management A full-service agency with offices in New York, Paris, and Milan, representing top models in fashion and commercial work. www.majormodel.com 300+ 1985
DNA Models A prominent modeling agency based in New York, known for managing high-fashion and runway models. www.dnamodels.com 200+ 1996
Art + Commerce A leading agency known for representing top photographers, stylists, and models in the fashion industry. www.artandcommerce.com 100+ 1990
Jovian Models A New York-based agency representing both commercial and high-fashion models, including actors. www.jovianmodels.com 200+ 2004
BMG Models A boutique agency focusing on high-end fashion models, working with top international brands. www.bmgmodels.com 100+ 1999
Sophie Models A modeling agency specializing in exclusive runway shows, commercial campaigns, and high-fashion work. www.sophiemodels.com 50+ 2000

This list covers some of the most well-known agencies in the United States, specializing in various types of talent, including high-fashion, commercial, and celebrity models, as well as actors and influencers. The talent numbers are approximate and based on the most recent available data.

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Top talent and model agencies in the UK

Agency Name Description Website URL Approx. Number of Talents Founded Year
Models 1 One of the leading model agencies in the UK, representing top fashion models for runway and editorial. www.models1.co.uk 500+ 1968
Elite Model Management A global agency representing top models for high-fashion, commercial, and editorial work. www.elitemodelworld.com 200+ 1977
Storm Model Management Known for discovering and representing international models, focusing on high fashion and runway. www.stormmodels.com 300+ 1987
IMG Models Represents top models worldwide, specializing in high fashion, runway, and commercial modeling. www.imgmodels.com 500+ 1987
Next Models A global agency managing fashion models for editorial, runway, and commercial assignments. www.nextmodels.com 300+ 1989
Premier Model Management A London-based agency with a reputation for managing high-fashion and commercial models. www.premiermodelmanagement.com 500+ 1981
Vivien’s Model Management A boutique agency known for representing top fashion models for both commercial and high-fashion work. www.viviennemodels.com 100+ 1965
Ford Models A leading agency with a global reputation, representing fashion models and influencers. www.fordmodels.com 500+ 1946
Wilhelmina Models A prestigious agency with a global presence, managing high-fashion models and celebrities. www.wilhelmina.com 500+ 1967
BMA Models An agency specializing in both fashion and commercial models, working with international brands. www.bmamodels.com 200+ 2005
The Society Management A high-fashion agency known for representing models in exclusive runway shows and top brands. www.thesocietymanagement.com 400+ 2011
Tess Management Specializes in discovering and representing emerging fashion models for editorial and commercial work. www.tessmanagement.co.uk 100+ 2004
D1 Models Represents top models for fashion shows, advertising campaigns, and editorial projects. www.d1models.com 300+ 1997
Select Model Management One of the UK’s top agencies, focusing on runway, fashion, and commercial modeling. www.selectmodel.com 400+ 1977
Insanity Group A London-based agency representing models, actors, and influencers across multiple industries. www.insanitygroup.com 200+ 2000
We Are Models A boutique agency representing models and talent for fashion, commercials, and campaigns. www.wearemodels.co.uk 100+ 2012
Leni’s Models Known for managing high-end fashion models, as well as a selection of commercial and celebrity models. www.lenismodels.co.uk 100+ 1998
Base Models A London-based agency offering a diverse range of talents for fashion, commercial, and e-commerce projects. www.basemodels.co.uk 200+ 2010
The Claw Models Focuses on representing both men and women for commercial, editorial, and high fashion projects. www.theclawmodels.com 50+ 2006
MGM Models A full-service modeling agency offering talent for fashion campaigns, editorial work, and commercial roles. www.mgmmodels.com 200+ 1992
Models Direct A talent agency with a wide range of models for both fashion and commercial assignments. www.modelsdirect.com 1000+ 1990
Soul Artist Management A London-based agency specializing in high-fashion models and exclusive runway shows. www.soulartistmanagement.com 100+ 2009
Katie Telford Models A boutique model agency focusing on emerging talent for fashion, advertising, and influencer work. www.ktmodels.com 50+ 2014
GEM Models A London-based agency with a diverse portfolio representing commercial, fashion, and editorial models. www.gemmodels.com 100+ 2005
Supreme Models A high-end agency representing top models for runway and fashion shows across the UK and internationally. www.suprememodels.com 100+ 2011
View Management Represents top models for editorial, commercial, and runway projects, with a strong presence in the UK. www.viewmanagement.com 100+ 2004
Numa Models A leading agency in the UK for managing fashion models, including exclusive runway talent. www.numamodels.com 50+ 2010
Fusion Models A premier agency with a global reach, representing models for both fashion and commercial industries. www.fusionmodels.com 100+ 2001
Profile Model Agency Represents both women and men for high-fashion, commercial, and influencer campaigns. www.profilemodels.com 200+ 1990
BMA Models A full-service talent agency representing both fashion and commercial models for global brands. www.bmamodels.com 200+ 2005
M&P Models Known for working with top fashion brands, offering talent for editorial, runway, and commercial work. www.mpmmodels.com 150+ 2002
Elenka Model Management A boutique model agency focusing on international talent, specializing in fashion and commercial work. www.elenkamanagement.com 100+ 2010
Boss Model Management A well-known agency representing talent for both fashion and commercial work across the UK and internationally. www.bossmodels.com 150+ 2000
Tess Models Specializes in both commercial and high-fashion models, representing new faces as well as established talent. www.tessmodels.com 200+ 2004

This list covers some of the most influential and well-established modeling and talent agencies in the UK, representing a diverse array of talent, from high-fashion models to commercial actors and influencers. The number of talents listed is approximate and may vary depending on current rosters.

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Top talent and model agencies in Hong Kong

Agency Name Description Website URL Approx. Number of Talents Founded Year
Wilhelmina Models Hong Kong Part of the global Wilhelmina agency, representing fashion models for high-end brands and campaigns. www.wilhelmina.com.hk 50+ 2000
Model Management Hong Kong Focuses on managing and promoting models for fashion, commercial, and runway shows. www.modelmanagement.hk 100+ 2010
Elite Model Management HK Global model agency known for discovering top models in Hong Kong, focusing on fashion and advertising. www.elitemodelworld.com 200+ 1977
Starz People A prominent Hong Kong agency for models, actors, and influencers, representing a diverse range of talent. www.starzpeople.com 300+ 2002
Karin Models Specializes in representing top models for high-end fashion brands and commercial projects. www.karinmodels.com 100+ 1998
Next Models Hong Kong Part of the global Next Models network, representing fashion and commercial models. www.nextmodels.com 200+ 1989
Fresh Models A Hong Kong-based agency specializing in managing both local and international models. www.freshmodels.com.hk 100+ 2011
Hong Kong Models A leading agency representing fashion and commercial models for print and runway shows. www.hongkongmodels.com 200+ 1995
Red Model Management A boutique model agency offering talent management services for fashion models and actors. www.redmodelmanagement.com 50+ 2012
Sassy Models Represents models and influencers for various commercial projects, from print ads to social media. www.sassymodels.hk 150+ 2005
Yes Model Focuses on managing models, actors, and influencers for TV commercials, movies, and international campaigns. www.yesmodel.com.hk 200+ 2007
Katalyst Models A Hong Kong-based agency offering services for high-fashion models and commercial talent. www.katalystmodels.com 100+ 2014
Model One Specializes in managing both fashion models and actors, providing talent for commercials and film. www.modelone.com.hk 300+ 1992
Hysan Models A leading agency in Hong Kong that represents both male and female models for fashion, commercials, and promotions. www.hysanmodels.com 150+ 2000
Top Model Agency An established model agency in Hong Kong, specializing in representing top-tier fashion models. www.topmodelagency.hk 50+ 2006
Atelier Models Known for working with top luxury brands and high-profile fashion shows across Asia and globally. www.ateliermodels.com.hk 80+ 2010
BMA Models A model agency representing models for both fashion campaigns and commercial advertisements. www.bmamodels.com.hk 100+ 2005
Model Society Represents a wide range of models from fresh faces to experienced professionals for international campaigns. www.modelsocietyhk.com 150+ 2012
Miss Hong Kong A modeling agency linked to the famous beauty pageant, representing contestants and winners for modeling and media. www.misshk.com.hk 50+ 1973
K-Wave Models A dynamic agency offering services for both models and influencers, with a focus on social media platforms. www.kwavemodels.com 100+ 2016

Please note that the number of talents is approximate, and the agencies may represent varying numbers of models, actors, and influencers.