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Hiring models in Australia: what to specify

Updated 4 November 2026

In Australia, model work is quoted per job rather than as a fixed hourly rate, so the pay depends on the shoot type, how the photos will be used, the hours and the workplace. We do not have a confirmed price range for this category yet, so the quickest way to see what local models and agencies offer is a request on BlaBlaPrice.

• Shoot type: studio, outdoor, editorial or commercial work.
• Photo usage: where the images will appear, in print or online, and for how long.
• Schedule: a single day or several days, and the call time.
• Workplace: a studio or a location, and whether the model must travel to another city.
• Experience and requirements: height in centimetres, sizes and previous work.
• Employment type: casual or freelance engagement.

Rules and paperwork to check

We cannot confirm a specific licence or standard that applies to this work, so the practical steps matter most. Agree the pay, the shoot date, the photo usage period and any cancellation terms in writing before the day. Confirm the employment type as well, so both sides know whether the work is casual or freelance.

Season and shoot timing

Summer runs December–February and winter June–August. Outdoor shoots depend on the weather, so book a backup indoor date for June–August, and plan early call times in the December–February heat. Schedule each shoot as one day or a few days, and state the expected end time so the model can plan travel.

Cities, travel and measurements

Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide are the main cities for this request, and a model may need to travel between them for a job. Ask for heights in centimetres and weights in kilograms, which is the metric standard used across Australia, and note any size requirements in those units. State the studio or location address, so the model can estimate travel time.

What to write in your request

Describe the shoot type, the pay you can offer per job, the workplace, the schedule, the model requirements, the employment type, the experience you need and how the photos will be used. A clear usage period and city help local models decide quickly. Mention whether the job is a one-off or part of a series.

On BlaBlaPrice the request is free for buyers. Describe the job in your own words in a chat, and you can add a photo. The AI reads the request, asks for missing details and looks through sellers' websites and price lists in Australia, then shows the prices and businesses it found. Sellers registered on BlaBlaPrice reply in the chat, and your contact details stay hidden until you choose to share them. For related creative work see photographers or video editors and videographers, or start in the culture, arts and entertainment section.