Model Search

2023 Model Search NOW CLOSED

If you’re a  free spirited, fun, energetic kid aged between 1 to 12 years old, who wants to be featured in our next promotional campaign, then you are in the right place.
 
Check out the rules for entry, and apply for the next iRiE KiDZ Model Search in January 2024.
 

We look forward to seeing you then!

 

Application Form

Rules For Application

  • Only open to individuals who are residents of Jamaica.
  • Children should be aged  at least 1 to 12 years old
  • Should live in Kingston & St. Andrew or be in close proximity to the Parish.
  • Parents/legal guardian must complete all documentation and consent to the child entering the iRiE KiDZ® Model Search.
  • Employees of iRiE KiDZ® including their immediate family (spouse, parents, siblings, children) and household members of those employees, are not eligible to enter.

The entry period starts at 9:00 a.m on Monday, 8th January 2024 and ends at 11:59 p.m on Monday, 29th January 2024.

  • Take 2 recent photos of the child between the entry period. You do not have to hire a photographer to take the photos.
  • Photographs must be clear, in focus and good quality
  • Close-up head and shoulder shot (like a passport photo)
  • Full length body shot (head to feet)
  • Only the child should be in the photo, unless you are entering siblings as a set of multiples (twins, triplets)
  • The child is not permitted to wear any make up
  • The child should not have any tattoos
  • The child is not permitted to wear scarves, hats or sunglasses.
  • You should not use filters, edit or retouch the photos
  • The child must be appropriately clothed. Photos will not be accepted if the child is not clothed
  • The content of the photo should not be inappropriate or indecent
  • The child should not be depicted in an unsafe or inappropriate manner
  • PHOTOGRAPHS NOT FOLLOWING THE GUIDELINES WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE DISQUALIFIED.
  • PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE FOLLOWED THE INSTRUCTIONS DETAILED IN #3
  • Submit the completed application form  during the entry period (8th January-29th 2024).  There is a limit of one (1) entry per child (If you have more than one (1) child, you can submit a separate entry for each one).
  • In the case of multiples (i.e twins, triplets) the photo should include the set of multiples.
  • No in-store/postal applications. Only online applications will be accepted.

iRiE KiDZ® reserves the right to reject all applications where the guidelines have not been followed,  as it considers these to be in breach of the Official Rules for the iRiE KiDZ® Model Search.

By submitting an entry you confirm that you have read, understood and agree to the iRiE KiDZ® Model Search entry requirements/Official Rules. 

iRiE KiDZ® decisions are final and binding.  Applicants must fulfil all requirements in these Official Rules.

You do not transfer ownership of your entry photos by entering the iRiE KiDZ® Model Search. By entering, you grant iRiE KiDZ® and its agents the right and permission to reproduce, encode, store, copy, transmit, publish, post, broadcast, display, publicly perform as-is or as-edited in any media, for any purpose, without limitation, and without additional review, compensation, or approval from you.

After the iRiE KiDZ®  Model Search application deadline (29th January 2024), the applicants will be reviewed by iRiE KiDZ® judging panel.  A shortlist of applicants will be compiled and those selected and their parent/legal guardian will be invited to meet with iRiE KiDZ®.

The Applicant  will be assessed alongside the iRiE KiDZ® brand positioning which is. fun, free spirited and energetic.

The selected qualifier’s parent/guardian will be required to read, complete and return a Publicity Release form.  iRiE KiDZ® reserves the right to eliminate qualifiers if  the parent/legal guardian has not  signed and returned all the forms within five (5) business days of the date the forms are sent.

  • Only one (1) parent/legal guardian is permitted to attend meetings/photoshoots organised with the iRiE KiDZ® team. Except in the case of multiples (twins/triplets).
  • The qualifier is expected to arrive at meetings/photo at least 15 minutes before their appointment. Late attendance will result in the qualifier’s appointment being cancelled.
  • Qualifiers are expected to conduct themselves sensibly during the all iRiE KiDZ® photoshoots. If for any reason iRiE KiDZ® is  unable to complete the qualifier’s photoshoot, they will be eliminated, and take no further part in the selection process.

Qualifiers will:

  • be remunerated (based on iRiE KiDZ® rate card)
  • receive an iRiE KiDZ® gift card
  • be given the opportunity to be featured in iRiE KiDZ® social media channels and marketing campaigns for a minimum of 12 months.

Qualifiers are defined as those who have successfully completed the photoshoot(s) and who will be appearing  in the iRiE KiDZ® Campaign.  Only qualifiers will be compensated once they have met all of the requirements.

In the event that the operation, security, or administration of the model search is impaired in any way, iRiE KiDZ® may, at its sole discretion, suspend the search to address the impairment and then resume the model search.

By entering, you agree to release and hold harmless iRiE KiDZ®, and each of their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claim or cause of action arising out of participation in the iRiE KiDZ® Model Search.

Any information you submit in your application will be treated in accordance with iRiE KiDZ’s Privacy Policy.

The Model Search is sponsored by iRiE KiDZ®, 22 Barbican Road, Kingston 6, Jamaica.

Frequently Asked Questions

iRiE KiDZ®  is a children’s clothing brand. Inspired by irie kids, Jamaica and the Caribbean.  The  iRiE KiDZ® label includes casualwear, accessories, books and toys with a Caribbean flavour; all perfect for irie kids.

Born in Jamaica iRiE KiDZ® roots are firmly planted in the Caribbean. This irie brand is cool, great and Jamaican.

iRiE KiDZ® is located at 22 Barbican Road, Kingston 6.

Follow us @iriekidz.

 

iRiE KiDZ® clothing company  holds an annual open casting call for  budding models  aged between 1-12 years old to  to be featured in their promotional campaign.

The next iRiE KiDZ Model Search is NOW OPEN.

The entry period starts at 9:00 a.m on Monday, 8th January 2024  and ends at 11:59 p.m  on Monday 29th January 2024.

The iRiE KiDZ® Model Search is an annual event.

The official rules and details on how to enter the iRiE KiDZ® Model Search can be found in the section marked ‘Rules’, on this page.

No purchase is necessary. Nor will a purchase increase your irie kids chance of winning.

iRiE KiDZ® Model Search is open to individuals who are a legal resident of Jamaica, and who live in Kingston & St. Andrew (or live in close proximity to the Parish).  Kingston is the home of iRiE KiDZ®.

Children must be aged between 1-12 years old.

Please refer to the rules of entry on this page.

Just one (1) entry per eligible child or set of multiples (i.e. twins, triplets).

Please refer to the rules.  Only your eligible child should be in the submitted entry photo.  

Once the completed  form and photos have been submitted (using our application form),  you will automatically receive a confirmation email.

STEP 1 – Submit your application.

STEP 2 – iRiE KiDZ shortlists the Top 30

STEP 3 – iRiE KiDZ meets the Top 30

STEP 4 – The shortlist is reduced to Top 20

STEP 5 – Top 20 are invited to participate in the iRiE KiDZ Model Search selection photoshoot

STEP 6 – Top 10 selected (from top 20) and are to be featured in the iRiE KiDZ promotional campaign. 

 

 

Children are assessed using a criteria, alongside the iRiE KiDZ® brand positioning which is fun, free spirited and energetic.

Applicants should have also fulfilled all requirements in the Official Rules.

iRiE KiDZ® decisions are final and binding. 

Only ‘Qualifiers’ will:

  • receive an iRiE KiDZ® certificate
  • be invited to participate in a iRiE KiDZ® photoshoot(s) for which they will be compensated (based on iRiE KiDZ rate card). 
  • be given the opportunity to be featured in iRiE KiDZ® social media and marketing campaigns for a minimum of 12 months.
  • Qualifiers are defined as those who have successfully completed the photoshoot(s) and who has been selected to appear  in the iRiE KiDZ® social media and marketing campaign.  Only qualifiers will be remunerated once they have met all the requirements.

iRiE KiDZ does not provide travel expenses for those attending its planned meetings/photoshoots.  

No.  Only one (1) parent/legal guardian is permitted to attend meetings, photo shoots or any other activity organised with the iRiE KiDZ® team. However in the case of multiples (twins/triplets) 2 parents/legal guardians may be in attendance. 

Yes.  Whether you are successful or not iRiE KiDZ® will be communicating with you via email.

The next iRiE KiDZ Model Search is NOW OPEN. 

Entry period is the 8th-29th January 2024.

The photoshoot will take place at iRiE KiDZ, 22 Barbican Road, Liguanea, Kingston 6.

Dates to be confirmed.

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