Figure models are vital to our Fine Arts classes, which range from painting & drawing to sculpture, performance & media arts, installation and printmaking among others. 

Our roster has over 200 figure models from many different backgrounds. Our goal is to help bring out the creativity of each and every student.

Requesting a Figure Model

If this is for a personal project outside of class, please reach out to talentregistry@sva.edu with all information including date, time, location and pay. We will then send it out to applicable models and they will contact you directly. Please note that you should be prepared to pay at least $20/hr, but that can be sorted out between you and the model.

With a range of ages, ethnicities, body types, and genders, our models bring experience from lookbooks, product photography, fashion editorials, beauty, runway shows, fitness, and creative concepts. Our MUA roster includes artists who specialize in natural, glam, and Special Effects (SFX) make up. 

If you would like a list of our models/MUA, or need their contact information, you may request it through talentregistry@sva.edu or CLICK HERE.

Requesting a Fashion Model

If this is for a personal project outside of class, please submit a form through this link: STUDENT REQUEST FORM

OR reach out to talentregistry@sva.edu with the following details:

1. HOW MANY models do you need? 

2. DATE and TIME FRAME and LOCATION you need them? 

3. What type of models do you need to cast? (genders, ages, look/ethnicity, theme description)

4. Do you need a Makeup Artist (MUA)?

5. Should talent be prepared to do ANYTHING SPECIFIC? (movement, dancing, posing together)        

*Requests should be sent 3+ business days in advance of the booking. The Talent Registry Office might not be able to complete a request that comes in with less notice.

We have a range of actors on our roster ranging from age 18-75. We aim to focus on diversity in ethnicities and backgrounds. They are all professional freelance actors working in NYC today.

If you would like a list of our actors or need their contact information, you may request it through talentregistry@sva.edu, and one of us will get back to you shortly.

Requesting an actor:

If this is for a personal project outside of class, please submit a form through this link: STUDENT REQUEST FORM

OR reach out to talentregistry@sva.edu with the following details:

1. HOW MANY actors do you need? 

2. DATE and TIME FRAME and LOCATION you need them? 

3. Who are the CHARACTERS/TYPES you need cast?

   (character names, genders, ages, look/ethnicity, short character description)

4. Is there a SCRIPT? Please attach it to this email. 

5. Should talent be prepared to do ANYTHING SPECIFIC? (movement, dancing, hugging, fighting, bring specific wardrobe?)

6. What is the pay rate? (Please note that you should be prepared to pay at least $20/hr, but that can be sorted out with the model.)    

*Requests should be sent 3+ business days in advance of the booking. The Talent Registry Office might not be able to complete a request that comes in with less notice.

After you send the above information, we will then send you some actor options, and you can request your choices.

If this is for a personal project outside of class, please submit a form through this link: STUDENT REQUEST FORM

OR Please reach out to talentregistry@sva.edu with the following details:

1. Title

2. Director/ Writer/ Producer

3. Pay Rate

4. Dates

5. Project Description

6. Role Descriptions

We will match you with our available talent and/or steer you in the right direction