We Speak nourishes a positive, healthy, family-like environment for its models. Models are paid promptly and protected. Any commission cuts from model pay are extremely minimal (and usually non-existent). There is little to no cost in getting started. There are never mysterious fees. We Speak encourages friendly, fair treatment of models on every set.

We Speak is primarily a non-binding, non-exclusive agency, with Mother Agency options. We Speak does not lock down its models with cumbersome contracts. We Speak models have freedom to manage their careers. At the same time, We Speak provides resources and assist cultivation of models' careers.​ 

You can. Depending on which contract you sign with We Speak, the process of signing to other agencies differ. We Speak’s non-exclusive model agreement does not conflict with other agencies. However, look through the contract of the other agency you’re considering carefully. Make sure it isn’t an exclusive contract. Also, be aware that other agencies don’t offer the same protections as We Speak. When you get a casting for the same job, respect the agency that you confirmed with first.

We Speak believes a model’s earnings are their own. Any commission cuts We Speak charges are extremely minimal, often non-existent. We Speak primarily takes only an agency fee charged to the client. Additional details may be discussed in person should you be offered a meeting.

We Speak signs models in the immediate NYC area, as well as the Pacific Northwest (Seattle) area. You should be available for castings and go-sees in the city you are nearest to. Castings may have as little notice as a few hours, or as much notice as a few weeks, and do not guarantee a booking.

The We Speak model has a healthy lifestyle, positive outlook, and unique features. We Speak seeks interesting faces and cultural, ethnic, and body diverse individuals. We Speak especially seeks to represent models with features not already portrayed in the model board. If you feel you have something no one else on the board has, you may be a good fit. Apply here.

There are no limits. We may be in need of models that are 5'3, or we may need 5'10 at any given time. Fashion week requests are generally 5'9 or 5'10+.

Not specifically. But that doesn’t stop We Speak from representing all sizes of individuals. We Speak doesn’t consider models over a certain size to be “plus size.” They are models and they are women. You can be healthy at a size 2 as well as a size 20. We Speak is all about the body love!

Not yet. We Speak accepts male model submissions (as well as trans/gnc/nb).

There can be a few expenses for any model just starting out. Models are responsible for supplying comp cards and a physical/electronic portfolio book for castings. We Speak values transparency. Models are made aware of any expenses and they are often optional. We Speak keeps expenses at bay whenever possible.

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Absolutely! You will also get a referral bonus if your contact books a model within 30 days. Send your contact's info to and any additional information you may have.

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We Speak models are drug free. To keep the definition of “drug free” simple, We Speak had decided to stick to the law. You must not partake in any drugs considered illegal in your state to become a We Speak model.

Not at all. There is an outdated, derogatory stereotype out there about models. This is not what We Speak intends to address by creating a drug free environment. We Speak believes that a drug free environment is safer, healthier, and more reliable.

All models go through the health approval process. This includes a holistic health questionnaire. The questionnaire includes social, mental, familial, physical aspects and more. We also get the green light from your longest standing health practitioner.

If We Speak invites you to join the We Speak family, the agency is committed to you. The holistic questionnaire We Speak provides helps you think about your definition of health. As a prospective model, you have an opportunity to analyze how you feel and improve upon your lifestyle over time.

We Speak reviews submissions as often as possible. Sometimes, submissions are seen and replied to right away. Sometimes, you won’t receive an approval. Sometimes, if you're a great fit for a new client, you will receive an approval months later. Please understand, be patient, keep your profile updated, and keep following your dreams.

In your log in menu, you will see the tab “My Submission.” Click on the tab. Here you should see a place to fill out your contact info under the “Contact” tab. Fully fill out the “Contact” and “Stats” tabs. Click "Submit." Your profile is only sent once you click "Submit." Don’t forget to upload your portfolio and digitals to the "Photos" and "Digitals" tabs. To check that the photos were received, refresh the upload area. If you see the photos, they went through.

There is no need to delete photos and only Admin can do so. Upload what you have (there is no limit), or all of your best work. We Speak will take care of organizing your photos into a proper portfolio if you’re approved.

The best advice for any model submitting to We Speak is: complete all the tabs of your profile in full. Many incomplete profiles have to be overlooked and often don’t even include photos.  Beyond that, have an articulate bio. Link to a website and your social media (if you have them). Upload what professional photos you have. If you don’t already have an established model portfolio, focus on submitting great digitals. Don’t just upload selfies from your phone. As you grow as a model, always keep your bio, measurements, and photos updated. (Even after you’re approved!).

Yes! We Speak loves seeing progress. The model database is checked frequently for new clients.

Hailing from Seattle, Briauna Mariah has been modeling for over ten years. After rigorous studies in 2010, she decided to move to NYC. Experience from agency representation in both Seattle and NYC helped her understand the industry and the problems plaguging it. Briauna founded We Speak in late 2013. Her knowledge of people, industry, technology, and business are helping change fashion advertising.

Despite her exciting success upon arriving in New York, she saw a recurring theme. Models were not getting paid their earnings. Keeping measurements below a 24” waist was often unhealthy and a continuous pressure. Models were bullied by agents. Sexual harassment was also a hot topic at the time. Briauna is a woman who takes action. She didn’t like what she saw, so she began to plan what would become the business plan of We Speak. Her mission was to combat what had become the norm.