The term representation means that the model is placed by their mother agency with other partner agencies abroad, giving the model an international presence. Representation can come about when a model has a particularly strong model book with many well-known and established tear sheets, so that direct bookings can be expected with near certainty. A prior on-stay would then be unnecessary.

Representation shows you where your career can go, because instead of traveling abroad for an on-stay, you're offered directly in new markets and can get booked from there. For you, this means a strong book with high-quality tear sheets opens doors. Make sure your mother agency keeps you informed about every partner agency and its contract terms, because you'll then be under contract in several markets at once.

See also: Model book, Direct booking, On-stay.