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Nick Zakelj is an active NFL offensive lineman for the San Francisco 49ers and a Fordham University alum with a strong, polished presence on Instagram. His mix of elite football credibility, training-centered content, and travel-and-fashion lifestyle cues makes him a smart fit for brands looking to reach sports fans and performance-minded audiences.
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1 post & 1 story with the Nick Zakelj promoting your product.
Long-term deal involving appearances, photoshoots, social media and more.
Have Nick Zakelj make a live appearance at your next event
Brands can sponsor Nick Zakelj on OpenSponsorship by creating a free account, browsing Nick Zakelj's profile, and sending a sponsorship proposal for social posts, appearances, or integrated campaigns. OpenSponsorship handles messaging, deliverables, and deal terms in one platform so you can connect directly with this athlete.
Nick Zakelj is listed on OpenSponsorship and available for brand sponsorships. Brands can review campaign packages, audience details, and pricing on this profile, then submit a proposal to start a partnership with this athlete.
According to OpenSponsorship, estimated pricing to sponsor Nick Zakelj starts at $4,000 for a social media post, $6,000 for a appearance and $36,000 for a brand ambassador campaign. Final rates depend on deliverables, usage rights, and campaign scope. Sign up on OpenSponsorship to view packages and send a proposal.
According to OpenSponsorship, Nick Zakelj's audience includes 13K+ Instagram followers, interests including Fitness & Performance, Apparel, Travel, Fashion, Fitness, based in San Francisco, California, United States. Brands can use this profile to evaluate reach, content niche, and sponsorship fit before sending a proposal.

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