Hoʻokahi Co Model Application 2026

For the 2025–2026 Season (October 2025 – April/May 2026)

Please read all of the information below before submitting your application.

 Important Dates

• Applications Open: October 1 – December 1, 2025

• In-Person Casting + Orientation Event: October 25, 2025 (Honolulu)

• Digital Casting: Various Dates for those who cannot attend in person

• Season Ends: April/May 2026 (Spring Showcase + wrap-up)

 Application Fee

• $25 per model (ages 5+)

• No refunds. The fee pays for the experience, education, and opportunities provided.

 Casting Event (Apply by October 25 to attend)

• Live Judges Panel (5 production members)

• Walking + Posing Showcase

• Orientation + Q&A

• Refreshments Provided

If you cannot attend in person, you can submit for our digital casting, but we highly recommend in-person for the full experience.

 What’s Included With Your $25 Application

Your application unlocks a full season of opportunities:

Always Free With Application

 Complimentary Walking & Posing Workshop

 Complimentary Sales & Sponsorship Coaching

 Group Chat Access (real-time opportunities + networking)

 Resume & Career Enrichment Support

 Eligibility for Spring Fashion Show + micro pop-up shows

 Placement on Model Roster (year-round callbacks & opportunities)

Discounted Opportunities (25% Off)

• Studio Photoshoots

• Creative Retreats

• Portfolio-Building Workshops

• Content Creation Training

 Requirements

• Must attend at least one career enrichment workshop (free or paid).

• Must participate in the Scholarship Program (explained below).

• Not all events are mandatory. We offer multiple dates for required workshops so they fit your schedule.

 Scholarship Program (Model-Led Sponsorship)

This is how we give models a direct return on investment and a voice in shaping the show.

• Every model will receive a training pamphlet at casting/orientation (or digitally if online).

• You will also get a training video about how to confidently pitch sponsors.

• Over the next 3 months, we will host multiple in-person + Zoom workshops to practice.

• Models can:

  • Pitch sponsors online

  • Pitch sponsors in-person

  • Or both — whatever fits their style.

What it means for you:

• Sponsorships help decide your venue, backstage experience, and event extras.

• Models get to vote on choices throughout the season.

• You gain real career skills in sales, business, and communication.

• These experiences can be added to your résumé and portfolio, no matter your career path.

 Designer Disclaimer

At the end of the day, designers choose the models for their shows. We provide training, opportunities, and exposure — but it’s up to you to put your best foot forward. Remember: you get out what you put in.

 Why Join?

This program is more than modeling. It’s about:

• Building confidence and professionalism

• Learning career skills (sales, content, philanthropy)

• Giving back through community service

• Joining a creative family of like-minded individuals

• Walking away with real experiences that help in school, business, or any job

 Quick Recap

• Fee: $25 (no refunds)

• Season: Oct 2025 – April/May 2026

• Casting: Oct 25 in person (or digital option)

• Includes: free workshops, sales coaching, career support, roster placement, show eligibility

• Discounted Extras: studio shoots, retreats, content training

• Requirements: 1 workshop + scholarship program participation

• Outcome: Growth, skills, community, opportunities 

 Apply today at hookahico.com/opportunities