Welcome to our Miami Swim Search 2026!
We welcome applicants of all genders who are 18 or older and based in the United States.
To be considered, women should be at least 5’7” and men at least 6’0”.
Miami Swim Week winners will receive:
1. A modeling contract with Wilhelmina Miami
2. A complimentary one-week stay in our model apartment
3. A complimentary photoshoot with a professional photographer
4. The chance to walk a Miami Swim Week runway show
Make sure you complete all the sections and someone will be in touch with you if we feel that you have the right look for us.
Have questions before we get started?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Do you accept international applicants outside of the USA?
A. For the Miami Swim Week Search, we are currently accepting applications from U.S. residents only. International applicants are welcome to apply to other Wilhelmina divisions via our “become a model” page on our website for consideration.
Q. Will there be in-person open calls?
A. We do our best to host as many in-person open calls as possible in major cities in and around Florida for our Miami Swim Week Search. To stay updated on upcoming open calls, please follow us on Instagram: @willy.scouts and @wilhelmina.miami.
Q. What should I wear for my digitals or open call?
A. For open calls : we recommend wearing a simple, form-fitting outfit that reflects your personal style, along with shoes that you can walk comfortably in.
For Submissions: we recommend a black triangle bikini for women and a black swim drunks for men.
Q. Do my digitals have to be professionally taken?
A. Not at all. Photos taken on your phone are perfectly acceptable. We recommend the following: a simple white background, well-lit photos, no makeup, and natural hair. Please do not edit or alter your photos.
PRIVACY POLICY
[Last updated: March 12, 2026]
1. Who We Are
WILHELMINA INTERNATIONAL, INC. ("we," "us," or "our") is a modeling agency committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who submit their information through our online application form.
2. Information We Collect
When you submit our model application form, we collect the following personal information:
- Full name and date of birth
- Gender/gender expression
- Home address
- Phone number and email address
- Photographs
- Social media handles/profiles
3. Why We Collect This Information
We collect and use your information solely for the following purposes:
- To evaluate your suitability for representation as a model
- To contact you regarding your application or potential opportunities
- To maintain records of applicants and represented talent
- To verify that applicants meet our minimum age requirement of 18 years
4. How We Store and Protect Your Data
Your information is stored securely and accessible only to authorized WILHELMINA INTERNATIONAL, INC. staff involved in the talent evaluation process. We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
5. Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
- Clients and brands seeking talent, only with your prior consent
- Service providers who assist in operating our platform, under confidentiality obligations
- Legal or regulatory authorities if required by law
6. How Long We Keep Your Data
We retain submitted information for 6 months from the date of submission. If you are not selected for representation, your data will be deleted or anonymized after this period unless you request earlier removal.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data at any time
- Withdraw consent for us to contact you or use your information
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: swimsearch@wilhelmina.com
8. Photographs and Social Media
Photos submitted through this form will only be used for internal evaluation purposes. They will not be published, shared publicly, or used in any promotional material without your explicit written consent.
9. Age Requirement
By submitting this form, you confirm that you are 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under 18. If we discover a submission was made by a minor, it will be deleted immediately.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on our website with a revised date.
11. Contact Us
For questions about this privacy policy or how your data is handled:
WILHELMINA MIAMI
At Wynwood House
331 NW 26th Street
Suite 304
Miami, FL 33127
T. (305) 672-9344