How Do You Get Sponsored By A Skate Brand?
Skate brands keep their sponsored skaters outfitted in the hottest clothing and make sure they always have the best equipment. If you find yourself watching skate videos and thinking you’re better than the sponsored skaters, it’s time to score yourself a sponsorship. Choose a skate brand you want to approach about sponsoring you. Spend some time researching potential brands. You want to make sure the brand complements your personality, style and beliefs. Ask yourself if you would fit in with the brand’s skate team. Buy the brand’s clothing, shoes and skating equipment. You want to demonstrate that you would make a good addition to the brand’s skate team. Don’t wear a competitor’s brand while you’re skating. You never know who is watching. Participate in as many skating competitions as you can. Make sure the brand’s logo is clearly visible on your clothing and have a friend videotape the competition. Contact photographers who are routinely published in skating magazines and ask if you c
