Professional bass anglers are not able to simply sign up for these professional circuits. The angler must compete and win local and smaller events to in order create a reputation. Many professional bass anglers also get company sponsorships. These sponsorships help fund the expenses of being a bass angler. In turn the angler is also promoting the company that they are sponsored by. Being a professional bass angler is a full-time job. When the angler is not competing it is essential to attend public seminars and give presentations. It is the anglers job to market himself in order for the sponsors to become a more well known company.