This FAQ is for aspiring
UGC models who want to understand what
UGC modeling is and how it helps build
credibility, establish you as an
official model, and create a path toward
paid endorsements and future opportunities.
To dive deeper into how UGC modeling leads to success, check out our
UGC Modeling Playbook — it’s highly recommended.
Are you a brand or agency? Burbayne also works with brands and agencies looking to connect with UGC models worldwide. If you’re interested in partnering with us, please
contact our team.
What is UGC Modeling?
UGC modeling (User-Generated Content modeling) is the entry point into today’s modeling and influencer industry. Instead of investing into agencies, expensive coaching programs, or professional shoots, UGC models invest in brand partnerships to create authentic photos and videos using real products and share them on Instagram, TikTok, or other social platforms.
For many aspiring models, creators, or influencers, UGC modeling is the first step toward building credibility, experience, a portfolio, and partnerships. By posting content for brands and showcasing their official brand partnerships, models position themselves as recognizable and legitimate to both followers and potential new brands.
With consistency, UGC modeling often leads into paid collaborations, endorsements, and larger campaigns with brands. This is how many people in the industry begin — first gaining visibility and connections through UGC modeling partnerships, then building into established modeling careers, paid influencer deals, and long-term brand opportunities.
What is Burbayne and how does it work?
Burbayne is a global talent label that connects aspiring models with brands on Instagram through official UGC modeling partnerships. When you’re on the Burbayne UGC Modeling List, you’ll receive offers from brands that include model discounts on their products and the chance to create content through an official partnership.
By posting these partnerships and tagging the brands, you build credibility, showcase official modeling partnerships, and strengthen your identity as a model, creator, or influencer. Over time, consistent partnerships can open the door to paid collaborations, features, and larger opportunities as brands discover you.
The list is designed for aspiring models who want to start building experience, gain recognition, and get discovered as a model — without the pressure or commitment of agencies and traditional modeling.
What is a UGC modeling partnership?
A UGC (User-Generated Content) modeling partnership is when a model receives an official collaboration with a brand to create and post authentic photos or videos featuring their products on Instagram or other social platforms. By tagging the brand, models can showcase their partnership publicly, which builds credibility and positions them as legitimate in the eyes of followers and other brands.
For aspiring models, UGC modeling partnerships are often the first step into the industry. Many start with discount-based offers, gaining experience and filling their profiles with official collaborations with established brands. Over time, consistency with these partnerships can open the door to paid campaigns and larger opportunities as brands notice and discover models they want to work with.
Do I need followers or prior experience?
No. UGC modeling is designed for beginners who want to start building their portfolio and credibility. There are no follower requirements or prior experience needed — anyone can begin. By taking on partnerships, posting your content, and tagging the brands, you create the foundation for recognition and future opportunities, regardless of where you’re starting from.
Will I get paid or free items?
As a new UGC model, you don’t receive free products up front. Instead, you’ll get partnership offers that include a model discount. This lets you create content, post official brand partnerships, and build credibility.
Over time, brands may select you for paid or gifted collaborations as they feature models in their marketing. The purpose of UGC modeling is to give you a clear path: start with discounted partnerships, show proof of real brand collaborations, get discovered by the brands you work with, and position yourself to be selected for bigger paid campaigns and opportunities.
How and when will I receive brand partnership offers?
Once you join the Burbayne UGC Modeling List, you’ll begin receiving brand partnership offers directly by email. Most models start seeing their first offers within a few weeks of joining. The number of offers can vary — sometimes it may be one or two per month, other times more — depending on the brands currently running campaigns.
Is Burbayne a legitimate UGC modeling list?
Yes — Burbayne is a legitimate UGC (User-Generated Content)
modeling list that connects aspiring models with established brands for official partnership opportunities. We are headquartered in Canada, and you can verify us through our official website
www.burbayne.com or our verified Instagram account
@burbayne. For direct inquiries, visit our
Contact Us page.
How do I apply to join the Burbayne UGC Modeling List?
If you’re interested in joining the Burbayne
UGC Modeling List, you can
apply here — we’ll send you an email confirmation once you’re enrolled.
Still have questions not covered in our FAQ? Visit our
Contact Us page, and our team will gladly provide personalized guidance and any additional information you may need.
Last updated: October 08, 2025