Are you the next Shaun White? Is your skating good enough to get you free gear, trips around the world and some major moola? Here are a few tips to help you become a sponsored skateboarder.
How To Get Sponsored - Skateboard 24/7 2m1z13
Tony Hawk says he still skates at least two hours a day. If you don't have the ability, you won't get sponsored.
Skateboarding Sponsorship - Protect Your Head 3265o
If you're going to push your limits and try new skateboarding tricks, you're more likely to get hurt. Wear pile of mush.
How To Get A Skateboard Sponsor - Make A Video 6a3xd
Make a "sponsor me video" of your best skating so that even companies on the other side of your country can see you in action. Show your best skateboarding moves and make it short because companies get lots of long, boring videos from guys and girls who suck. Think of something wacky that'll make a possible sponsor take notice (they get dozens of videos from kids every month.) You may end up making several "sponsor me" videos as your skating and camera work gets better.
Getting Sponsored - Make 363d5q
Pick a company that you'd like to ride for and find out who you need to talk to or write to about getting sponsored. Most companies have information about sponsorship on their Web sites. If you have the ability, companies will want to talk to you about being sponsored.
How To Get Sponsored - Have Fun 4x13p
Millions of kids Ryan Sheckler (in a recent interview with Kidzworld.) "If you go out there and your main purpose is to get a sponsor, then it's not gonna work. Just go out there and have fun. That's how I got sponsored."
Getting Sponsored - Be Yourself and Stay Cool 185e41
Pro-skaters are almost always cool so make sure you're cool too. Don't be arrogant or act like a jerk. Companies want their riders to be outgoing, friendly and to represent the company well. They look for skaters who have great ability and good character.
