how to write a resume and what to include in it.

[lmoore]

I do see where you're coming from there Speed and I actually kind of agree with you on that.

And J Francho, I'm not trying to support the OP at all.  I personally think he should complete high school before he even considers attempting to join a company Pro-Staff.  I just think that this forum sometimes turns into a spelling bee quite often and can really take threads off topic.  Especially one like this.  While I don't think that the OP has his mind right, he came here asking for help and instead he ends up with almost 20 posts that get him nowhere.

[J Francho]

Until he speels better, its a non issue.  He won't find any sponsors.  His spelling is only half the issue.  Wanting free or discounted baits isn't any real motivation for a lure maker.

[lmoore]

I agree with you that it's unlikely a company will pick him up right now, but what if he takes the information he gets here and uses it 5 years down the road?  Maybe by then he'll have a better understanding of what a Pro-Staff position is all about and realize it has very little to do with him getting free stuff.  If this forum is only here to help the people that don't need help, then what's the point of having it?

[J Francho]

I think you're being a little idealistic to think a teenager is going to remember what someone told him on a fishing forum five years later.

If he can't afford baits, my advice is to get a job. 

[lmoore]

;D Good point. I was flipping burgers at Mac Dons to afford my "habit" at that point. You'd be surprised how many crankbaits you can get with a minimum wage check for 20 hours of work

[J Francho]

;D Good point. I was flipping burgers at Mac Dons to afford my "habit" at that point. You'd be surprised how many crankbaits you can get with a minimum wage check for 20 hours of work

You have some good advice hidden right there.  Crankbaits.  As a kid, I primarily fished cranks.  One $5 Rebel craw could catch me 100s of smallies.

[lmoore]

Agreed.  The right crank will catch fish under almost any conditions, and you usually get a lot longer use from one than you do with a plastic bait.

[Senkoman12]

I think you're being a little idealistic to think a teenager is going to remember what someone told him on a fishing forum five years later.

If he can't afford baits, my advice is to get a job.

i do more things than just fish. i buy tools and lumber for woodworking and ammunition for hunting and shooting.

btw until today i was too young to get a legit job in new york state. i came here asking about a resume. i worded it wrong. yes im was looking for free gear but not much. i wanted a resume and sponser to look good. i love it how you guys bash when they ask a legit question

[lmoore]

I think you're being a little idealistic to think a teenager is going to remember what someone told him on a fishing forum five years later.

If he can't afford baits, my advice is to get a job.

i do more things than just fish. i buy tools and lumber for woodworking and ammunition for hunting and shooting.

btw until today i was too young to get a legit job in new york state. i came here asking about a resume. i worded it wrong. yes im was looking for free gear but not much. i wanted a resume and sponser to look good. i love it how you guys bash when they ask a legit question

IMO, the above reasons won't land you any pro-staff positions, and getting free gear is almost out of the question for you.  Not saying it can't happen and I would encourage you to work as hard as you can on it, but I just hope you're being realistic about things.  One little note, it's spelled sponsor 

[Grey Wolf]

I think you're being a little idealistic to think a teenager is going to remember what someone told him on a fishing forum five years later.

If he can't afford baits, my advice is to get a job.

i do more things than just fish. i buy tools and lumber for woodworking and ammunition for hunting and shooting.

btw until today i was too young to get a legit job in new york state. i came here asking about a resume. i worded it wrong. yes im was looking for free gear but not much. i wanted a resume and sponser to look good. i love it how you guys bash when they ask a legit question

Learn to take constructive criticism as you grow up.

[Big Fish Rice]

With all the questions floating around about sponsorships, I think this should be a learning experience that doesn't involve negativity. There is a lot to learn and it can be difficult if you have absolutely no idea where to start.

First, punctuation is important, just like others have said. It is a reflection of your education and your desire to present yourself to the best of your ability. Every angler should be aware of their online presence, no matter the "formal" or "informal" setting.

Secondly, free gear is the last phrase you should have in the back of your mind. I work tirelessly for the amount of gear that I receive. I live by the rule that I will never promise anything to anyone that I cannot fulfill. Period. This may mean fishing in the worst conditions to get something on film. Yes, I film my trips which makes an outing much more difficult. Video editing often takes just as much time as the trip itself.

Lastly, it is OK to branch out of your "comfort" zone when approaching companies. Not ONE single angler on this forum knows everything about every manufacturer. The key to approaching your sponsors is the angle you take. Be honest in your approach because a marketing manager often knows many other reps in the industry. If you have something unique to offer, cast for the stars.