As an event management student graduate, ive been looking to book some wrestling shows in the future (in the UK). This was a great video full of info. I appreciate the full breakdown of these costs.
Binging these old videos and man if there ever was a topic for Quack, this is it. Got to know a lot of this was learned through trial and very painful errors. Hope one day you get to do a book on the history of Chikara and how you put it together, created the unforgettable stories you all did and survived against all odds for so long.
I respect that on the UA-cam production and you chose to go with an actual background instead of a green screen. Don't see that very often! I think it's a nice touch and it looks a little more classy.
Aahh, senior Quackenbush! This was a godsend of a video! Realizing what it takes to put on a show that is not only entertaining, but also professional in a way that brings not only fans, but talent to return. I know as a wrestler, I would work much harder for for less, to get a good and serious background under my belt as a performer
Video idea, what about when things go wrong on a show, how do you deal with it? , I. E. I did merch for a company that hired security railing for the show, and what the company showed up with was those orange plastic barricades they use around road works, if I remember correctly they just used them for the entrance and covered them with some sheets. Another time a company had to cancel a show at door time because the ring fell apart.
The unfortunate thing is that most wrestlers don't get paid in the indie scene. They need to turn over some kind of profit before they can even fathom paying wrestlers
Wrestlers are sadly only paid on the indie circuit when the promotion turns a profit, takes their cut, then give out whatever left which is usually nothing but $20, a hotdog, both, or nothing at all but exposure…
@@ZandrielGrimmi’ve read a loft of these stories on reddit and wow. i was actually curious if it’s worth it to attend wrestling school, train and perform. But i can’t imagine risking my body for no pay 💔
Hi, I'm based in California and I'm planning on promoting pro-wrestling shows here in OC, CA...but I'm having a hard time finding an insurance company that provided liability insurance for event like ours...Does anyone have any suggestions on Insurance Comapinies that provide this type of coverage...Please let me know...Thak you
@@TilWeMakeIt yes that's my plan. I don't plan on doing to many travel shows, so I feel like I'd be better off leasing my own venue and buying as many things as need instead of renting and just taking the hit on the initial purchases
I suppose I am the anomaly amateur photographer. I do not charge local Wrestling promotions for photos/videos. Photography is a hobby for me, not a source of income.
It sounds like a losing venture in most cases . At least until your shows catch on . And that is a risk itself if you don't have money to blow just in case things go sideways in one way or another . So many variables can happen . It seems very hard to even get a low budget promotion off the ground unless you got a great plan , good talent and plenty of cash and are prepared to possibly lose your a$$ ! I commend anyone who tries though . If I won the Powerball Lottery I would give it a whirl myself .
That's a good question, Tyler. I think it's a combination of really knowing what is out (in the US, Japan, Mexico, etc.) and then bringing your creativity and imagination to it.
Well, that is somewhat dependent on where you live. You can train at a younger age in Mexico or Japan, than you can in Canada or the United States. For example, in the US, it's extremely rare to have a credible training available to you under the age of 18. Whereas, I've trained in Mexico at various gyms where there were kids mixed in with the adults. So it varies by region of the world
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Even though i want to be a wresteler this type of videos are always interesting to me because the more you know the better
I dig that attitude, J!
As an event management student graduate, ive been looking to book some wrestling shows in the future (in the UK). This was a great video full of info. I appreciate the full breakdown of these costs.
Glad to hear this, Bethan - thank you!
I put on a wrestling show in the UK, never had to pay any licence for it, but that was years ago so might of changed now
Wtf this is great! Thank you Quack! Had no idea you had a channel. If a school was teaching this exact thing I would throw money at it.
Binging these old videos and man if there ever was a topic for Quack, this is it. Got to know a lot of this was learned through trial and very painful errors. Hope one day you get to do a book on the history of Chikara and how you put it together, created the unforgettable stories you all did and survived against all odds for so long.
I respect that on the UA-cam production and you chose to go with an actual background instead of a green screen. Don't see that very often! I think it's a nice touch and it looks a little more classy.
I'm glad you noticed! Thank you!
Aahh, senior Quackenbush! This was a godsend of a video! Realizing what it takes to put on a show that is not only entertaining, but also professional in a way that brings not only fans, but talent to return. I know as a wrestler, I would work much harder for for less, to get a good and serious background under my belt as a performer
I’ve been thinking about promoting in Colorado but travel and related expenses would be so high that I don’t think I could break even.
Video idea, what about when things go wrong on a show, how do you deal with it? , I. E. I did merch for a company that hired security railing for the show, and what the company showed up with was those orange plastic barricades they use around road works, if I remember correctly they just used them for the entrance and covered them with some sheets. Another time a company had to cancel a show at door time because the ring fell apart.
This is definitely helping me out a little bit
Happy to be of help, Samii!
@@TilWeMakeIt Yes so I think my 1st show should be like in the theater since most of the chairs is already kind of provided
You're a very good host! What about merchandise?
Hello 👋 do you know any sites that sell entering lights and such sort
U didn’t include the most important part, the amount of $ you pay each wrestlers competing for that event.
The unfortunate thing is that most wrestlers don't get paid in the indie scene.
They need to turn over some kind of profit before they can even fathom paying wrestlers
At the lowest end they are paid with a hot dog and a handshake.
Wrestlers are sadly only paid on the indie circuit when the promotion turns a profit, takes their cut, then give out whatever left which is usually nothing but $20, a hotdog, both, or nothing at all but exposure…
@@ZandrielGrimmi’ve read a loft of these stories on reddit and wow. i was actually curious if it’s worth it to attend wrestling school, train and perform. But i can’t imagine risking my body for no pay 💔
Very interesting
Thanks Michael!
How can I become a wrestler in WWE when am in Africa
Sign up for the try out taking place in Nigeria in February, 2023. This is the most direct method of being seen by the WWE.
Hi, I'm based in California and I'm planning on promoting pro-wrestling shows here in OC, CA...but I'm having a hard time finding an insurance company that provided liability insurance for event like ours...Does anyone have any suggestions on Insurance Comapinies that provide this type of coverage...Please let me know...Thak you
So to cut out the middle man, lease my own venue and buy my own ring.
If you are planning long-term, this is a smart move to make.
@@TilWeMakeIt yes that's my plan. I don't plan on doing to many travel shows, so I feel like I'd be better off leasing my own venue and buying as many things as need instead of renting and just taking the hit on the initial purchases
I suppose I am the anomaly amateur photographer. I do not charge local Wrestling promotions for photos/videos. Photography is a hobby for me, not a source of income.
It sounds like a losing venture in most cases . At least until your shows catch on . And that is a risk itself if you don't have money to blow just in case things go sideways in one way or another . So many variables can happen . It seems very hard to even get a low budget promotion off the ground unless you got a great plan , good talent and plenty of cash and are prepared to possibly lose your a$$ ! I commend anyone who tries though . If I won the Powerball Lottery I would give it a whirl myself .
How can you come up with a good Ring name with out copying anyone else?
That's a good question, Tyler. I think it's a combination of really knowing what is out (in the US, Japan, Mexico, etc.) and then bringing your creativity and imagination to it.
Entrance way black bed sheet 5 dollars
What would be too young to start training to become a pro wrestler?
Well, that is somewhat dependent on where you live. You can train at a younger age in Mexico or Japan, than you can in Canada or the United States. For example, in the US, it's extremely rare to have a credible training available to you under the age of 18. Whereas, I've trained in Mexico at various gyms where there were kids mixed in with the adults. So it varies by region of the world
If anyone in the comments doesn’t know this guy is one of the greatest indy wrestlers ever
My invitation is still open if you want to be a part of the show.
no offence unless you're a huge name like wwe, i dont see spending $900 on marketing and getting 1200 to show up at $20 a pop
wow a lot more then i thought, most indie show get 100 people so these show lose lots of money
number rule! Never Never rent a venue. Makes no sense
Back in Ukraine we are managing to provide small shows with a budget of around $2000 😅😅😅
I had no idea there was a wrestling scene in Ukraine! How many promotions are over there?