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Model digitals in Las Vegas: what agencies want, how to prepare, and what it costs
Digitals are the industry's honesty test. No styling, no retouching, neutral light — just you, read clearly by an agency or casting team in a matter of seconds.
This guide covers what digitals are, what the people looking at them are actually judging, how to show up ready, and what a session with me in Las Vegas involves. If you already know all this and just want to book, the session details are on the model digitals page.
The basics
What are model digitals?
Model digitals are a set of simple, unretouched photographs that show a model exactly as they look right now. Agencies ask for them when you apply, when you sign, and then every few months while you're on their board, because your book is styled and your digitals are the truth.
A standard set covers a headshot, left and right profiles, a three-quarter view, a straight-on full-body, and a full-body from the back. Neutral expression first, then a smile, then a little personality. Fitted basics, minimal makeup, hair off the face. That's it — and that's the point.
What casting is reading
Casting isn't looking for a good photograph.
They're reading proportion, symmetry, skin, expression, and how you carry yourself when nobody is directing you. A digital that's over-lit, over-edited, or over-styled hides exactly the things they need to see, and a good agency will notice.
That's why the light is neutral, the backdrop is plain, and the correction is minimal. Range without distraction.
- 01Headshot
Neutral, then smiling. Hair back so the face reads.
- 02Profiles
Left and right, chin level.
- 03Three-quarter
The angle most editorial and commercial castings work from.
- 04Full body, front
Feet visible, weight even, hands relaxed.
- 05Full body, back
Posture and line.
- 06Movement
A natural walk or a few body-language frames, where they support the submission.
Who books digitals
Built for the next version of your book.
Agency submissions and new faces
Applying to an agency for the first time, or updating a submission that got no reply.
Signed models
The update your booker asks for every season, or before a market trip.
Open calls and comp cards
Clean, current frames that hold up next to your styled work.
Fitness and swim
Light and direction built to show line, definition, and current condition.
Actors, founders, and performers
A controlled, direct set for self-tapes, casting profiles, and personal brands.
Preparation
How to prepare for your digitals
Agencies want to see you, not the prep. Keep everything simple.
Wardrobe
Fitted, neutral basics: a plain black or white tank or fitted tee and dark skinny jeans or fitted black pants. Bring a swimsuit or two-piece if your submission calls for it (most agency applications do), and a second outfit if your session includes one. No logos, no patterns, no loose layers. Nude or simple heels for full-body frames, plus flats for the walk.
Hair
Clean, dry, and natural. Down for the first frames, then pulled back so the face and jawline read. No fresh cuts or colour the week of the session.
Makeup and grooming
Bare or very minimal — moisturiser, groomed brows, clear lip balm. Agencies specifically want to see skin. Nails clean and neutral. Men: clean shave or a neatly kept beard, whichever is current for you.
The week before
Sleep, water, and nothing new. Don't try a new product or treatment within a few days of the session.
Accessories
None, or close to it. Remove watches, rings, and earrings before we start.
Bring anything — or anyone — that will make you feel comfortable. The goal is to represent you in the best and most natural way possible.
The experience
What the session is like
The session runs on a checklist, not on inspiration, so you leave with a complete set every time. You also see the photos as we go: I proof every frame instantly during the session, so you can see exactly how the images are coming out while I guide and direct you — where your weight sits, where your hands go, how much to give the camera. You never have to guess whether you're doing it right. Directed, not posed.
Framing
Headshot, profiles, three-quarter, and full-body views cover the core agency checklist.
Expression
Neutral, smiling, and personality-led options demonstrate range without overperforming.
Movement
Natural walk and body-language frames add energy where they support the submission.
Finish
Clean colour and exposure correction remain minimal so your features read as they are.
Investment
Model digitals pricing in Las Vegas
Every session includes an online gallery, delivered within one week. A 30% non-refundable retainer secures the date. Additional looks, retouched images, express editing, and hair and makeup are available.
Essential
- Headshot, profiles, 3/4 and full body
- 8 lightly corrected images
- Online gallery
Agency
- Full agency pose checklist
- 15 lightly corrected images
- Online gallery
Digitals + Video
- 20 lightly corrected images
- 15–30 second introduction or walk video
- Online gallery
Good to know
Questions, answered.
How should I arrive?
Clean hair, natural makeup, fitted neutral basics, minimal accessories, and appropriate shoe options for full-body frames.
Are digitals retouched?
Colour and exposure are corrected, but skin and body retouching remain minimal so the images stay agency-appropriate.
How long does delivery take?
Your online gallery is delivered within one week of the session. Express editing is available if you need it sooner.
Can I add a walk or introduction video?
Yes. It is included in Digitals + Video and can be added to shorter sessions when timing allows.
Are these suitable for open calls?
Yes. The framing and finish are built for submissions, castings, comp cards, and current portfolio updates.
How often should I update my digitals?
Most agencies ask for new digitals every three to six months, and any time your look changes — a haircut, a colour change, a shift in fitness.
What's the difference between digitals and a headshot?
A headshot is a styled, finished portrait built for a specific purpose. Digitals are deliberately unstyled and only lightly corrected, so an agency can see what you look like today.
Do I need an agency to book digitals?
No. Most people booking digitals don't have one yet — that's what the digitals are for.
Where are digitals photographed?
In the studio in Las Vegas, Nevada, under controlled light. Digitals are not photographed outdoors, because consistent, neutral light is exactly what an agency needs to read you accurately.
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