Collaboration Etiquette

Introduction: Why We Need Etiquette

In an industry clouded by fake brands, misleading offers, and unsafe practices, Collaboration Models enforces a clear set of rules that protect models, brands, and the reputation of the work being done.

We call it: Collaboration Etiquette.
It’s not just courtesy — it’s the code.

For Models: Safety First, Always

• We do not require your full name, address, or private info during onboarding.
• We do not ask for personal mailing addresses unless:
     - You are officially hired or accepted for a collaboration, and
     - Product needs to be shipped.
• You may request product be sent to a safe address (PO box, parent’s workplace, etc.).
• No payment information is ever required.

Bottom line:
You never give sensitive data until there's a verified job — and even then, you choose where it's sent.

For Brands: Proof Before Privilege

All brands must be vetted before working with our models. We verify:

• Legal business registration
• Physical business address (not just a PO box or suite number)
• Domain-based business email (not @gmail or @yahoo)
• Recent social presence or product evidence
• Clear campaign scope and deliverables

If you can’t prove you’re real, you won’t be working with us.

Terms Are Terms — No Midstream Changes

Once a shoot is complete, the original agreement is final.

• Brands cannot retroactively demand:
  • New poses or styles
  • Additional editing
  • Expanded image rights
  • Additional tagging or story posts

If needs change, a new campaign must be created, with:

• New deliverables
• New terms
• And in many cases — paid compensation

Models are not on-call. Collaboration doesn’t mean endless access.

Gifted Collaborations: What “Free” Really Means

• The model receives product (clothing, accessories, etc.)
• The model provides agreed-upon content (photos, video, post, etc.)
• The brand may repost that content within the agreed limits
• The model retains rights to their image unless explicitly transferred

Ownership Clause:
All photos and videos provided by the model are considered co-owned by all three parties — the Brand, the Model, and Collaboration Models — for promotional purposes only. These assets may not be sold, licensed, or repurposed for other business use unless all three parties provide written agreement in advance.

Any usage beyond the original agreement requires a new contract.

Tagging Rules: It Must Be Agreed Upon

Not every collab requires tagging — but it must be decided up front.

• If the collaboration is shared on social media:
  • Both model and brand should tag each other
  • Unless both parties mutually agree tagging is not needed

Examples:

• A print-only boutique shoot may not involve tagging at all.
• A model building her portfolio may not need to tag a start-up brand.
• A brand running a digital ad may tag the model without expecting a repost.

No one assumes anything.
If it matters — it gets discussed.

The Hidden Danger: Fake Brands & Trafficking Risks

Some so-called “brands” are more dangerous than unprofessional — they’re predatory.

Fake ambassador schemes, sketchy DMs, and fake photoshoot offers are often just covers for:

• Trafficking recruitment
• Data harvesting
• Black-market image use

These brands collect:

• Your real name
• Your address (via shipping)
• Your Instagram and metadata
• Your image — possibly edited or repurposed

That’s why Collaboration Models takes this seriously.
We verify every brand, and we educate our models on how to spot the red flags.

Final Word: Professionalism Is the New Influence

Being professional isn’t just about photos and filters — it’s about respect, safety, and clarity.

We don’t just build portfolios.
We build relationships with boundaries and agreements with teeth.

Collaboration Models is about real models, real brands, and real ethics.

Summary: The 6 Commandments of Collaboration Etiquette

1. No personal info is required until a job is official.
2. Brands must be verified businesses — no exceptions.
3. Once terms are agreed upon, they are final.
4. Free product ? unlimited access.
5. Tagging must be mutual and pre-agreed.
6. Any change in usage = new campaign + new agreement.