does anyone know any male modelling agencies in melbourne that dont just take your money?

[baxterville]

You probably won't be able to sign with a legitimate agency until you have some modeling experience, since an agent's job is to provide fashion clients with experienced, professional models who can show up to jobs knowing exactly what's expected of them. Legitimate agencies NEVER ask for money in advance. Agents (legitimate ones) are paid on commission, so they only earn money when their models do. The frauds need to ask for money in advance, since they have neither the ability nor the intention of finding anyone jobs. They make their money by charging for classes, head shots and other promotional materials that are completely useless.

Probably 95% of people with "model looks" aren't capable of being models because they're not uncommonly photogenic, don't take direction well, or can't overcome their self-consciousness when striking poses that range from unnatural to stupid. Because there are so many people who want to model, but who aren't cut out for the work, agents don't usually meet with people who don't have portfolios showing they're qualified to be sent out on jobs.

Most models begin their careers at the local level, appearing in print ads for local/regional stores. If you contact the main office of a local/regional store that advertises where you live, you can inquire about modeling for newspaper or magazine ads. If you're chosen, you'll begin building a portfolio showing that you've worked in the field. The photographers who do catalog and magazine shoots work for many corporate clients, so if they like your work, they'll recommend you for other jobs, enabling you to expand your portfolio.

A portfolio basically serves as a resume will open doors at a legitimate agency. Because there are so many people who want to model, but so few jobs for models, agents can afford to be choosy and limit representation to people who've proven they're serious about modeling.