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Ok, first off: legit agents have TOO many applicants to go scouting for more from sites online. Second, never trust anyone who contacts you from such an online profile (unless you initiated the communication). Third, check MEAA and see if this agency is listed with them. Although MEAA doesn't offer recommendations on agencies, if the company isn't listed, it doesn't bode well. Fourth, this company is either very new or having trouble with their staffing (contact page shows several positions 'vacant' - who posts that on their site?). Fifth, on their about us page, I would hold them to and check their policies: "For talent - at the discretion of management, folio shoots and assessments are provided at no cost without any further obligation, so new people who are interested in entering the field can do so without the expenses that have been prohibitive to many in the past. We charge 10 to 20% of any fees paid for work that we provide. We do not sign models exclusively to us without a firm paid contract and may encourage you to seek further representation within your field where necessary. SEEN often works in association with affiliated modelling agencies to provide talent and photographic services." Six, I would find out who is signed up with them. Testimonials would be nice... Seven, to have a .com.au site, they must provide an ABN: you can check the ABN and find out the company history if there is any. ... On first appearances, it doesn't seem bad; perhaps just new and trying different tactics to get new clients. Without further info about them, I would tread cautiously, as with any other agent. Additionally, I advise you to read our FAQ on agents, and don't be so desperate to sign up with one that you forget to check policies, etc before joining. Find out about the company's staff history in the industry too. Someone not familiar with the biz would hardly be able to find you work. Do a google search for the names listed on their contact page too. Puppets and patterns at Puppets in Melbourne