AboutJackson Rose Expertise I can answer any questions related to boxing and training. I can help anyone prepare for professional or amateur bouts. My trainer/boss of 24 years is in the Golden Gloves Hall of Fame and trained the heavyweight champion of the world. Holyfield, Roy Jones Jr., Bernard Taylor, Billy Bridges, Frankie Randall just to name a few of the boxers who have passed thru the Southerns and/or trained at our gym.
Experience I have been in the sport of boxing since 1984. I started as a boxer and advanced quickly. I was lucky enough to have some of the best sparring in the country with 3 top ten pros in my very gym. I am fortunate enough to live near one of the better boxing programs in the country. In the mid 90's I became a trainer for Golden Gloves. I train amateur and pro fighters. I have worked in many corners at USA and Golden Glove tournaments. My friend, boss and coach is the former President of Golden Gloves. I am also one of the trainers and cornermen for a promising professional heavyweight.
Organizations I am a certified Golden Gloves/USA Boxing Coach. I am also a licensed Second for pro bouts.
Question Hi Jackson, Im a former boxer and Gym owner for 5yrs. I have a few questions about matchmaking not sure if this is in your category but will give it a try. What percentage does a matchmaker get for setting up a fight? Does the promoter contact the matchmaker once matchmaker gets license? Does matchmaker sign contract on what they receive with promoter? Does the promoter use one matchmaker or several? Lot of questions new to the matchmaking. Thanks, James
Answer Hi James,
This is an area that varies so much I really couldn't give you any hard numbers.
Matchmakers usually make between $1500 and $5000 a fight. More for major venues and less for small shows. Non televised small local shows may only pay around $300 or so.
If a matchmaker builds a good rep he may tie himself to one promoter. Most matchmakers are freelance. But there are half a dozen that work for one promoter. He may be paid a salary just like a staff member with incentives for major fights.
Yes a matchmaker negotiates each fight with the promoter and enters into a contract.
Most have a regular job and this is more of a hobby. Although if they get connected with a venue or a promoter they can become their regular guy and make decent money. Say you get with a casino that fights once every two weeks you could get $3000 a pop. Your not rich from $1500 a week but it's not bad.
Sorry I could not be more specific but there is a lot of latitude there.
