Apply to Be a FotoVentures Model

Section 1 -- Who You Are

Email Address *

Legal First Name *

Legal Last Name *

Model Name (if different)

Keep my legal name private. Use only my model name in any public-facing material (website, social, event listings). We will still use your legal name internally for travel logistics, but it won't be published.

Instagram Username

City You're Based In *

Phone / WhatsApp Number *

Used for trip coordination. Include country code.

Pronouns

Portfolio Link (beyond Instagram)

Optional. Model Mayhem, personal site, Behance, etc.

Date of Birth *

You must be 21 years of age or older before the start of any trip you join. The earliest currently scheduled trip starts November 8, 2026.

Passport Expiration Date *

Your passport must expire at least 6 months after the start of any international trip you apply for. For November 2026 trips, that means your passport must be valid through at least May 2027. If you don't have a current passport yet, enter an estimated date based on when you plan to renew.

Emergency Contact

Who should we call if something happens during the trip? Required for international travel.

Emergency Contact Name *

Relationship to You *

Their Phone Number *

Include country code so we can reach them from anywhere.

Section 2 -- Modeling Experience

How long have you been modeling? *

Genres you're comfortable shooting *

Only Fashion and Street are required for our trips. All others are at your discretion. You can change your mind at any time.

Fashion Street Cosplay Beach/Bikini Lingerie/Boudoir Topless Nude Erotic Nude

Editing software you use (if any)

Lightroom Photoshop Capture One Mobile editing apps Other I don't edit

Are you currently available for freelance / project-based work?

Section 3 -- Travel & Physical

Why do you want to travel internationally, and where do you most want to go? *

Have you traveled internationally before? Where? (Not a deal-breaker either way.)

How comfortable are you with shooting trips that involve a lot of walking (12,000+ steps a day, public transportation)? *

How comfortable are you in a foreign country where English isn't the primary language? *

Are you open to traveling for shoots or assignments? *

Section 4 -- Health & Dietary

Food allergies *

Dietary restrictions *

Anything else about your health we should know? (Mobility, medications, accessibility needs, etc.)

Section 5 -- Bio & Engagement

Brief bio (3-4 sentences) about yourself *

Favorite activities beyond modeling, travel spots, anything you'd want photographers and event participants to know. This may be featured on the event website to promote you.

What activities, experiences, or locations are you most excited about? *

How confident are you in talking to photographers to promote this event? *

Section 6 -- Where You Want To Go

Top photo destinations you'd love to visit (select all that apply)

Japan Iceland Las Vegas Hawaii Greece Other

Aside from Japan, which upcoming events interest you most? (Select all that apply)

Colombia Las Vegas Washington, DC Iceland Japan (future events) Other

Section 7 -- References

References help us verify your work and reach out to the photographers and models you've collaborated with. We may contact them directly to confirm details. One photographer reference is required; the others are optional. The more references you provide, the stronger your application.

Photographer Reference 1 *

Photographer's Name *

Photographer's Email *

Photographer's Instagram

Brief Context

Optional. What kind of shoot? When? How long have you worked together?

Photographer Reference 2 (Optional)

Photographer's Name

Photographer's Email

Photographer's Instagram

Brief Context

Model Reference 1 (Optional)

A model you've collaborated with on a shoot or trip.

Model's Name

Model's Email

Model's Instagram

Brief Context

Model Reference 2 (Optional)

Model's Name

Model's Email

Model's Instagram

Brief Context

Section 8 -- How It Works + Acknowledgements

Compensation Structure

FotoVentures uses a paid-participation model: models attend trips by paying a participation fee, similar to how photographers do. The fee covers your accommodation, in-trip transportation, and shared trip logistics. You are not paid for modeling -- the value exchange is the experience itself, the portfolio you build, and access to the photographers and locations.

You can offset your participation fee through our photographer referral program: every photographer you refer who registers and pays for a FotoVentures trip earns you a referral bonus credited toward your participation fee. Specific dollar amounts and trip-specific fees will be shared if you're selected.

I understand the paid-participation model and the referral program described above. I am NOT expecting compensation for modeling on a FotoVentures trip. *

Code of Conduct

The standards we hold for all FotoVentures trips:

Respect the time, comfort, and consent of all photographers, models, and locals
Show up on time and prepared for scheduled shoots
No drugs or excessive alcohol during shoot hours; nothing that compromises safety
Communicate clearly about boundaries, concerns, or changes
Treat any complaints (yours or others') with the seriousness they deserve
No harassment of any kind. Period.

I have read the Code of Conduct above and agree to these standards on every FotoVentures trip I attend. *

Photo Usage Rights

Photographers attending FotoVentures trips retain copyright of their individual photos and may share or license them according to their own agreements with you. By participating, you grant FotoVentures non-exclusive rights to use your likeness in marketing materials (website, social media, future event promotions). Specific image-use terms will be in the Modeling Agreement signed before any trip is confirmed.

I grant FotoVentures non-exclusive rights to use my likeness in marketing materials, and I understand individual photographers retain copyright of their work. *

Trip Selection & Final Agreement

I understand that all new models must attend at least one domestic FotoVentures trip before being selected for any international trip. If accepted, my first FotoVentures trip will be a domestic event (US-based). This protects everyone -- it gives us a chance to work together in a lower-stakes environment before committing to an international trip. *

I understand that submitting this application does not guarantee a spot on any FotoVentures trip. If selected, a separate Modeling Agreement will be shared and signed before any trip is confirmed. I agree to those terms in good faith. *

We'll review your application and respond within 1-2 weeks. We may follow up with additional questions, an interview, or invite you to be considered for a specific upcoming trip.

Apply to Be a HachiMedia Model

Section 1 -- Who You Are

Emergency Contact

Section 2 -- Modeling Experience

Section 3 -- Travel & Physical

Section 4 -- Health & Dietary

Section 5 -- Bio & Engagement

Section 6 -- Where You Want To Go

Section 7 -- References

Photographer Reference 1 *

Photographer Reference 2 (Optional)

Model Reference 1 (Optional)

Model Reference 2 (Optional)

Section 8 -- How It Works + Acknowledgements

Compensation Structure

Code of Conduct

Photo Usage Rights

Trip Selection & Final Agreement

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