How scouting works at Tartan Models
For models · 10 November 2026 · 2 min read
People often ask how we decide who to represent. This is how scouting works at Tartan Models, from the first look to the first booking.
Where new faces come from
Most new faces apply through our website. Others are recommended by a photographer, stylist or model we work with, and we scout on Instagram too. There is no secret route. A good, honest application works as well as any of them.
We only ever contact people from our Instagram account, @tartanmodels, or from a tartanmodels.co.uk email address. If anyone else says they are scouting for us, check with us first.
What we look at
A booker looks at every application. We focus on editorial and runway, so height and proportions matter: women are usually about 174 cm and taller and men about 185 cm and taller. If you are close, apply anyway. Beyond that, we ask simple questions. Is there something distinctive here that a fashion client will want? Is there someone on our boards who already fills that role? Would this person enjoy the work and be good at it? We do not look for perfection.
If there is a fit
We email you with the next steps. We may ask for new digitals and for your measurements, taken carefully, and we explain how bookings, fees and commission work. Everything is in writing, so you can take your time and talk it over with someone you trust. If you join, you read and sign our agreement online.
We never charge to join, and there are no portfolio or test-shoot fees. We earn commission only on work we arrange.
If it is a no
A no is usually about timing or about who is already on our boards. If your look changes, or our client mix does, apply again in six months or so.
Your first months
New faces start with test shoots, then castings and first jobs. We help with digitals, portfolio choices and preparation for castings, and we explain each booking before you go. The first year is about building a book and a reputation for being reliable.
Who we represent
We represent women and men aged 18 and over across Edinburgh, Glasgow and London. See who is on the new faces board today.
If this sounds right for you, apply here. It takes a few minutes on your phone.