Once a year, ELITE hosts an interest week where prospective members can learn about the organization and meet its members. During Interest Week, ELITE will host tryouts and release an application for membership consideration.

Prospective ELITE Models will be assessed based on performance during walk tryouts and their application.

Prospective ELITE Staff members will be assessed by their applications, which will include a creative portfolio.

ELITE is a creative organization which showcases artists from Howard University who aim to create at the highest standard.

ELITE teaches our models and staff members professionalism in anticipation for entering the fashion and modeling industries.

ELITE serves the public through working to improve the Howard University community and the world.

ELITE aims to instill the ideals of self expression, confidence, and inner beauty in each of our members.

We have positions open in:

• Modeling

• Creative Direction

• Photography

• Videography

• Graphic Design

• Styling

• Hairstyling

• Makeup

• Production

No. When joining ELITE, we want you to hone in and focus on one of your strengths. With this method, we can ensure that you’ve reached an ELITE standard by time you debut as part of the organization. Once part of the organization, you may work in any discipline.

Yes. ELITE is an inclusive space that welcomes people of all gender identities, races, shapes, sizes, and sexual orientations.

ELITE has collaborated with brands and public figures on a variety of campaigns and opportunities. If you would like to reach out to us for possible collaborations, sponsorships, or additional inquiries, email us at howardelitemodels@gmail.com.