Everything You Need Under One Roof.
In today's market, your content is your first impression — and the team behind that impression matters more
than ever. DoT Model Management is a New York City–based mother agency, booking agency, and
full-service production house built for brands, photographers, and talent who refuse to settle for average.
Whether you are a model looking for representation, a brand in need of a model staffing agency for your next
activation, or a creative team searching for a production studio with on-call hair, makeup, styling,
photography, and videography — DoT is the one call you need to make.
"We don't just represent talent. We build careers, produce content, and staff the
moments that matter most."
Our three divisions — DoT Model Management, DoT Production NYC, and our Event Staffing division —
work in concert to give every client an uncommon advantage: the talent, the vision, and the execution, all
from a single trusted partner in New York City.
TALENT MANAGEMENT
NYC's Premier Mother Agency
A mother agency is the foundation of a model's career. We are the home base — the team that sees
potential before anyone else does, develops it with intention, and places talent with the right agencies and
clients at the right moment.
DoT Model Management scouts, signs, and develops models from across the United States and
internationally. We manage the full arc of a talent's career: building their book, coaching their presence,
negotiating their contracts, and connecting them with our global network of partner agencies, publications,
and brands.
Unlike large, volume-driven agencies, we operate as a true mother agency — small by design, deeply
invested in each talent we represent. If you are searching for a mother agency in New York City, or
wondering how a mother agency differs from a traditional modeling agency, the answer is simple: we are the
team that is with you for the long game.
MODEL BOOKINGS
A Booking Agency That Moves at the Speed of Now
Need a model for a campaign shoot tomorrow? A face for your brand's lookbook next week? DoT operates
as a full-service booking agency in New York City, connecting clients with professional models across
editorial, commercial, runway, and digital categories.
Our roster is curated — not a database dump. Every model we book is someone we represent personally,
which means you speak directly with the people who know that talent best. Faster decisions, cleaner
communication, and no surprises on set.
Clients range from independent fashion labels and e-commerce brands to ad agencies and production
companies. If you are looking for a model booking agency in NYC, we handle the search, the contracting, the
scheduling, and the day-of logistics — so your creative team can stay focused on the work.
EVENT STAFFING
Model Staffing Agency for Events, Activations & Trade
Shows
First impressions happen in person, too. DoT's event staffing division places professional models and brand
ambassadors at trade shows, press previews, product activations, pop-ups, showroom openings, and
corporate events across New York City and the tristate area.
As a model staffing agency, we understand that the people representing your brand at live events carry as
much weight as any campaign image. We staff with that responsibility in mind — vetting every talent for
professionalism, on-brand appearance, and the ability to engage authentically with your audience.
Whether you need two brand ambassadors for an intimate showroom event or a full team for a multi-day
convention, DoT provides staffing solutions that reflect your brand's standard — not a generic temp agency's
idea of professional.
DOT PRODUCTION NYC
Full-Service Content Production in New York City
DoT Production NYC is our creative production division — built for brands that understand that great content
does not happen by accident. We produce photography, videography, and branded content end-to-end: from
concept and casting through shoot day and final delivery.
What makes us different from a traditional production company in NYC is that we come with the talent
already built in. Our models, creative directors, hair and makeup artists, and stylists are all part of the same
ecosystem. The result is a production that moves faster, costs less, and looks like a team that has worked
together a hundred times — because we have.
Photography — Editorial, commercial, e-commerce, and campaign photography — in-studio and
on-location across New York City.
Videography — Brand films, reels, lookbook video, and short-form content optimized for digital and social
platforms.
Hair & Makeup — On-set hair and makeup by experienced stylists who understand both editorial and
commercial briefs.
Styling — Wardrobe curation and fashion styling tailored to your brand's identity — lookbook to lifestyle to
editorial.
Studio Space — Professional studio space in Chelsea, NYC — fully equipped, naturally lit, available for half
and full-day bookings.
Creative Direction — Concept development, mood boarding, and on-set direction for brands that need a
point of view, not just a crew.
From a single product shoot to a full seasonal campaign, DoT Production NYC delivers content that is
camera-ready, brand-right, and built to perform across every channel.
WHY DOT
The Case for an Integrated Partner
Most brands work with four or five vendors to pull off a single shoot: a model agency, a separate booking
contact, a production company, a freelance photographer, and individual stylists sourced from a referral
chain. Coordination costs — in time, in money, and in creative coherence — add up fast.
DoT eliminates that friction. As a mother agency, booking agency, model staffing agency, and production
studio all operating under one structure, we bring every element of a shoot or event to the table from day
one. One point of contact. One contract. One team with a shared creative language.
Brands like Gloss Media choose DoT because they want the quality of a boutique agency with the capability
of a full production house. That combination does not exist everywhere. In New York City, it exists here.
"In today's market, your content is your first impression — and we have the team to
make sure it's unforgettable."
COMMON QUESTIONS
What People Ask Before They Work With Us
What exactly is a mother agency?
A mother agency is the agency that discovers, develops, and manages a model's career at its core —
placing them with larger agencies and direct clients worldwide. Think of us as a model's management
headquarters. DoT acts as the long-term steward of our talent's careers: building their book, negotiating on
their behalf, and connecting them with the opportunities that move the needle.
What is the difference between a mother agency and a booking agency?
A mother agency manages the whole career; a booking agency secures individual jobs. DoT operates as
both — we develop talent with a long view and book them for specific campaigns, shoots, and events. Our
models benefit from having representation that understands their career arc, not just today's booking.
How does DoT's production service work for brands?
You come to us with a goal — a campaign, a lookbook, a brand film, a product launch. We handle the rest:
casting from our talent roster, building the creative team (photographer, videographer, hair, makeup, styling),
coordinating studio space, and delivering finished content. We can execute a half-day e-commerce shoot or
a multi-day editorial campaign with equal precision.
What kinds of events does your model staffing division cover?
Trade shows, brand activations, product launches, pop-up retail, showroom events, press previews, and
corporate functions — across New York City and the tristate area. We staff with vetted professional models
and brand ambassadors who represent your brand the way you'd want it represented.
Do you offer studio rental without a full production package?
Yes. Our Chelsea studio space is available for independent bookings. If you later need talent, hair and
makeup, or a photographer, those can be added — but there is no requirement to bundle. Reach out to
discuss availability and rates.
I'm a model — how do I get signed with DoT?
We accept submissions from new and experienced talent on an ongoing basis. We look for professionalism,
versatility, and the right fit for our roster. Submit your portfolio through our website and our team will follow up
directly.
READY TO WORK WITH DOT?
Whether you need a model for next week's shoot, a full production team, or staffing for an upcoming
event — we would love to hear from you.