VIP Talent Connect

VIP… The It Factor… Colby Modeling: they’re one and the same. And, they’re definitely a scam. Was approached by a twenty-​something at King of Prussia Mall and asked if I was a model. Then was told I should be and they could help. Received a spiel over the phone, then came in for a face to face ‘interview’ in Center City. They asked me for money to attend an event. #1 rule in the modeling industry: if you really have potential, the agency is legitimate and able to get you work, you will NEVER be asked for money. Please don’t fall for this like I did. My last review was also deleted (Nov 2015) so I have reposted in a slightly edited form.

As far as an agency goes this is by far a joke, Alicia swears that this is not a scam although the fact she has to spend most of the presentation defending how they are not a scam speaks volumes in itself. Do NOT waste your time or money. They have overly inflated rates and false promises for people who do not know any better. This is a bait and switch company taking advantage of anyone who is new to the industry. AGAIN DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME OR MONEY!!!
Alicia feel free to try to call me a hater you are a scam artist. $ 1800 for a networking event is an insult. All you do is name drop and you do not further your career. If your were so successful you would not be taking advantage of impressionable beginners.
Also this is not only my opinion and your 7000 bookings are not impressive anyone with half a brain can get a background actor booking.
Fees:
$ 795. Licensing fee (with no definition of what this is for)
$ 1800 per networking event
$ 2400 for head shots (you can get professional head shots with one of the best photographers in NYC for $ 900 with make up and hair.)
But no charge as they say…
Peace and Love
Ryan