How to I know if an agency is a good agency.

There are lots of agencies . It is very important to send a small jpeg image by email. Agencies are very busy. They are selective. Models represent the agency when they go out to clients. There fore if an agency feels that you are right for their market , they will take you on.
Agencies that have been in business for many years and have a solid track record in the industry is a good start. You can also check with the Better Business bureaur on their rating. Agencies cannot just register with the BBB. They must be up to date in their business practices and run an excellent business.

Check out their website! If they don't have a website and you can't find them on the web, if they do not have a good online presence that how will clients find them to book you.

Model & Talent Conventions

Conventions are great for new models and actors in the industry that want to gain experience and exposure to reputable agencies world wide. Models and Actors can enter various competitions such as television commercial, monologues, cold read , improv, runway and also have the opportunity to showcase their runway skills.

The Canadian Model & Talent Convention is highly recommend by the model and talent information advisory board. They have been in business for about 20 years and run an excellent convention. They bring model scouts and casting directors from all over the world.