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FROM NEW FACE TO FIRST CAMPAIGN

EVERY CAREER STARTS SOMEWHERE

There is no single path into modelling. Some talents are discovered unexpectedly. Others apply directly. Some spend years developing their confidence before their first professional opportunity arrives. What matters most is how the journey is approached after that first step.


Meet the models making their mark.


  1. Amara S. — The Quiet Power


Age: 19
From: Harlem, NYC
Breakthrough: Debuted on the runway during NYFW for a rising sustainable label.


Why She Stands Out:

  • Elegant bone structure & warm presence

  • Fluent in both high fashion and lifestyle campaigns

  • Booked for beauty editorials and New York art-house shoots


  1. Ezra M. — Menswear’s New Favorite


Age: 21
From: Brooklyn, NYC
First Big Booking: Campaign for a Brooklyn-based streetwear and tailoring hybrid brand.


Why He’s Buzzing:

  • Fluid aesthetic between street and high-end

  • Brings personality to every frame

  • Recently confirmed for a New York–Tokyo collaboration


  1. Liana K. — Bold, Unfiltered, Essential


Age: 22
From: Queens, NYC
Feature: Editorial for a body-neutral skincare campaign shot in SoHo.


Why She’s One to Watch:

  • Breaks conventional beauty molds

  • Known for activism around inclusivity and cultural identity

  • A favorite of local art photographers and emerging designers


  1. Zio R. — The Creator’s Face


Age: 20
From: Lower East Side, NYC
Story: Transitioned from viral fashion content creator to runway regular.


What Sets Him Apart:

  • Modern charisma with old-school discipline

  • Works well with conceptual photographers

  • Recently walked at NY Men’s Week and starred in a TikTok-led luxury campaign



Agency Insight: How We Curate NYC Talent


Our approach is rooted in discovery and development:

  • We scout in creative spaces, art schools, and online platforms

  • We support models with portfolio building, training, and industry mentorship

  • We prioritize authenticity and potential over perfection



What’s Next?


You’ll see these faces:

  • On the runways at NYFW and beyond

  • In cross-cultural campaigns bridging NY, London, and Tokyo

  • In editorial series focused on youth, diversity, and identity

Becoming the Spotlight

Devine The

Next Frame

Discover distinctive talent for campaigns, editorials, and everything in between.

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Distinctive Faces

A curated selection of models and talents with distinct character and presence.

Becoming the Spotlight

Devine The

Next Frame

Discover distinctive talent for campaigns, editorials, and everything in between.

126+

Distinctive Faces

A curated selection of models and talents with distinct character and presence.

Becoming the Spotlight

Devine The

Next Frame

Discover distinctive talent for campaigns, editorials, and everything in between.

126+

Distinctive Faces

A curated selection of models and talents with distinct character and presence.

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