Today, I want to share how you can become a Brand Ambassador, a gig that could help you make some extra cash. Imagine earning $18-$100 per hour just for representing your favorite brands at cool events like Coachella and the Super Bowl. Sounds fun, right?
My name is Kenny Azama, and for the past three years, I’ve been working as a Brand Ambassador, making around $2,000 a week. I’ve represented brands like Nike, Oculus, Samsung, General Mills, and Chevrolet at events such as Comic Con, E3, and the US Open of Surfing.
If you have a friendly and outgoing personality and want to get paid to attend amazing events, this could be the job for you! Here’s how you can become a Brand Ambassador.
### What is a Brand Ambassador?
Brand Ambassadors are those friendly folks you see at events, wearing branded t-shirts and handing out or demoing products. They help raise brand awareness by providing consumers with a memorable face-to-face experience.
Contrary to what some might think, Brand Ambassadors are not employees of the brands they promote. They’re usually contracted per gig by staffing and event marketing agencies. They often work in groups at large events, music festivals, trade shows, concerts, sports games, and more. One of the perks is getting free access to exclusive events!
### What do Brand Ambassadors do?
Promoting a brand can be done in many ways, making this job exciting and varied. Here are some common tasks:
– Giving away free samples and swag
– Having people test new products
– Setting up and breaking down event spaces
– Interacting with consumers
– Wearing branded uniforms or costumes
There are also higher-paying roles in the industry like Field Manager, Tour Manager, or emcee. You could even serve alcohol at events if that’s your thing.
### How much money does a Brand Ambassador make?
Brand Ambassadors can make a surprising amount of money. Some even do it full-time and earn six figures. On average, I make $1500-$2,000 per week. The minimum pay is usually $15/hr, but some gigs can pay up to $100/hr.
### How can you become a Brand Ambassador?
Becoming a Brand Ambassador doesn’t require much. You’ll need:
– A computer with internet
– A friendly and outgoing personality
– A couple of nice photos of yourself
– A well-written resume tailored for Brand Ambassador gigs
### Where can you find Brand Ambassador gigs?
There are plenty of gigs out there, especially near major cities. My favorite place to find work is Facebook. Search for “Brand Ambassadors of [Your Nearest Major City]” to find local groups where agencies post open gigs.
### What’s the hiring process like?
The hiring process usually goes like this:
1. Search for gigs on Facebook.
2. Email the Hiring Manager with your resume and headshots.
3. If interested, they’ll call you for a quick phone interview.
4. If you’re a good fit, they’ll offer you the job.
5. Have fun promoting the brand at the event!
6. Payment will be mailed or deposited to you afterward.
### What else should you know?
A few things to keep in mind:
– You’ll be an independent contractor, so save a percentage of your earnings for taxes.
– Payment can take 1-4 weeks to reach you.
– Don’t get discouraged if you don’t hear back from gigs initially. The more you work, the easier it gets to land future gigs.
– If standing and talking for hours isn’t your thing, this might not be for you, but it’s worth a shot!
Being a Brand Ambassador is a fun and flexible way to make extra money. If you have a friendly and outgoing personality, this could be the perfect job for you!