10 Sneaker Jobs We Wish Existed

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With the sneaker boom going down the last few years, more jobs are being created at your favorite brands and companies. Not only do you have a better chance to lock down a marketing job fresh out of college but some interesting positions are being created to help reach the specifications of consumer needs. It's not going to stop there — here are 10 Sneaker Jobs We Wish Existed, pipe dreams maybe, but you never know. 

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Broker

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Broker 

Flipping kicks is starting to look like the stock exchange, people buying shoes anticipating value of resale and prices constantly going up and down depending on what's available in the market. How dope would it be to have someone do that work for you and help you get the best price or advise on if you should dump them or wait it out a bit.

Colorway Expert

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Colorway Expert 

There have been a few sneakers that have came out in the last couple of years that will end up classics but colorways seem to really be shutting web pages down on release day. You might have been whatever on the LeBron 8s until the "South Beach" treatment made it's way — bright crimson and volt, killing it the past few years. Sneaker companies should consider bringing in some artistic people and encourage hitting up a pharmaceutical vending machine, Flamin' Hot Cheetos, and brainstorming — really put that degree to use. 

Fake Police

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Fake Police 

The sad truth is not everyone can afford $150 shoes but people who roam the streets claiming they got some exclusive shit need to be called out, like everyday. It wouldn't be a bad idea to start a task force to troll the Internets and streets and call those fools out. It's not snitching if dude already violated the G-Code, right Omar? It's a cold world. 

Influencer

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Influencer 

Contrary to what some believe, this isn't a real position. Some people who have made a name for themselves through various outlets get some free product from time to time or a celebrity might pen an endorsement deal, but that's it. We wish Nike really paid people to get free sneakers, sit courtside at games, and show up to events with the flyest gear on — if this ever happens we will definitely believe in a higher power. 

Personal Shopper

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Personal Shopper 

How many times have a friend or colleague asked you for a detailed example of what sneakers they should get for specific scenarios and made you send them links? There's also those dudes who want OG Jordan Is but have no clue what's legit or not. Not to mention, any idea of what a fair price is. We have all done it for an acquaintance, but imagine getting paid for it on the daily. 

Professor

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Professor 

 

Nah, not homie who could break ankles on the And1 Tour, a legit teacher of sneakers. C'mon, a prestigious institution like Duke is teaching about the phenomenon that was The O.C., why can't teenagers learn about their favorite shoes? It has been a growing part of popular culture for most of our existence. It plays various roles in social status, marketing, and fashion — anthropology and business rolled into one. Enrollment numbers would rise and graduation rates would actually soar in the NCAA. 

Retro Representative

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Retro Representative  

2012 was one of the strongest years in recent memory in terms of new releases but the retro game still creates the strongest hype. Some newbs might be happy with the same kicks coming out in a cycle of five years but it would be in every sneaker company's best interest to have someone really stalking Twitter and comment sections to see what the consumer wants and how they want it. We were glad to see the 180s back but minus the pump took away from the shoe a little. There's still a handful of '80s and '90s kicks we have patiently waited for over two decades — we need a rep who is there for the people. 

Sideline Reporter

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Sideline Reporter 

One of Ahmad Rashad's greatest moments on the sideline was showing off Jordan's new XIs before anyone at home had a clue what they were looking at. In all fairness, the new generation of fans are as linked to players for the kicks on the hardwood as the team's chemistry and number in the win column. Who wouldn't wanna check Craig Sager shuffling through LeBron's duffle bag to see what PE X's we have yet to witness? 

Sneaker Carrier

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Sneaker Carrier 

Your favorite rapper likely has someone that carries the herbal around in case the law makes a move. So why wouldn't your favorite athlete have someone lug around their kicks to make sure some overzealous fan doesn't try and catch someone slipping? Plus having someone carry your shit around always makes you look more prestigious and Farnsworth made a pretty good living off of it. 

Sneaker Therapist

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Sneaker Therapist 

You've peeped Intervention and Hoarders — two areas that are becoming all too real in the sneaker community. Some people have some serious issues when it comes to sneaker collecting. When dealing with addiction sometimes the only person than can cure an addict is a former addict. Who better than a recovered Jordan-head who gave up his 300 pairs of kicks after he lost his girl, his crib, and his dignity?