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How to Become a League of Legends Booster (and Get Hired)

A practical, no-fluff guide to becoming a LoL booster: requirements, skills, professionalism, application steps, and realistic earnings.

Thyrr
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ThyrrHead of Content
6min read
2025-12-29published
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If you can consistently win in high Elo, you can turn that skill into income. But "being good at League" isn't enough to get hired as a League of Legends booster—teams look for reliability, clean behavior, and repeatable results.

This guide breaks down what a boosting job actually is, why clients pay for it, what companies expect from boosters, and exactly how to apply on Climbrift.

What you actually need to become a LoL booster

Ever wondered what separates hired boosters from casual high-elo players? At minimum, you need Master+ level gameplay with consistent results. But that's just the starting point—teams really care about your champion pool (3–10 picks you can carry with), fundamentals that hold up under pressure, and zero toxicity in communication.

You'll also need reliable availability and solid proof like OP.GG links and screenshots. Without these, you're just another player who thinks they're good enough.

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What is a boosting job?

A boosting job is simple: you get paid to play competitive League matches to help clients reach their goals. That could mean:

  • Hitting a specific rank (Diamond, Master, etc.)
  • Climbing to a certain LP range
  • Securing a set number of wins
  • Handling placement games

There are two main types: solo boosting (where you play on their account) and duo boosting (where you queue together but they stay on their own account). On Climbrift, most clients come through our solo queue Elo boosting or duo queue Elo boosting services.

Why do players hire boosters?

Most clients aren't cheating just for fun—they're busy people with real goals. They hire boosters to:

  • Save time (work, school, family commitments)
  • Skip frustrating plateaus
  • Unlock ranked rewards
  • Fix MMR after a bad streak
  • Learn through duo sessions that feel like coaching

As a booster, your edge comes from delivering results reliably while keeping everything calm and professional. No drama, no surprises.

What teams actually look for (beyond rank)

High rank gets your application noticed, but it's the consistency that gets you hired. One flashy screenshot means nothing if you can't reproduce those wins game after game.

Teams want players who perform steadily across patches, make low-variance decisions (no coinflipping games), and maintain a champion pool that works even when the meta shifts. You don't need 30 champions—most successful boosters have 3–10 comfort picks they can confidently take into any matchup, with clear win conditions, build paths, and matchup knowledge.

But the real non-negotiable is professional behavior. Boosting companies live and die by their reputation and repeat clients. That means zero flaming, no ego battles, no weird in-game messages, and no last-minute "I can't play today" excuses. If you can't stay mentally stable under pressure, you're not passionate—you're a liability.

Solo vs Duo: what you should know before applying

If you're thinking about boosting as a career, understand the different expectations. Solo boosting demands extreme discipline—you're playing on someone else's account, so every decision matters and you can't afford attention-grabbing plays. Duo boosting is more about communication and adaptability; you'll carry games while sometimes guiding the client.

Clients pick based on their comfort level and risk tolerance. Either way, be ready to answer safety questions knowledgeably—point them to our League of Legends Boosting FAQ for details.

How to actually become a booster on Climbrift

Start by preparing solid proof before you even think about applying:

  • A clean OP.GG link that loads and matches your region
  • Screenshots showing rank proof (profile, ladder, match history)
  • Your main roles (max 2) and champion pool (min 3)
  • An active Discord handle you actually check

Having this ready speeds up the review process significantly.

Once you're prepared, head to the application form and fill out everything: your server, OP.GG link, current rank/LP, roles, champion pool, and upload all your proof screenshots.

If you pass the initial review, onboarding focuses on getting everyone aligned. We'll discuss your availability, behavior expectations, how to handle different client preferences, and how to manage orders smoothly while maintaining service quality.

The real earning happens in execution. The highest-paid boosters aren't the flashiest players—they're the reliable ones who finish orders consistently, communicate clearly, maintain high win rates without suspicious patterns, and deliver those 5-star client experiences that bring repeat business.

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Submit your application

Takes 5 minutes. We review applications within 48 hours.

How much money can you make as a LoL booster?

Thinking about turning your League skills into income? Earnings scale with your rank, consistency, availability, order volume, and communication skills. Higher-ranked players with proven reliability get the premium opportunities, and those who can handle multiple order types (not just one service) earn more overall.

In practice, most boosters earn through:

  • Division/rank pushes (Solo or Duo)
  • Net wins
  • Placement games
  • High-tier requests where margins are higher

Clients come through our high tier boosting, win boosting, and placements services.

Is boosting illegal? What about Riot's rules?

Worried about the legal side of boosting? "Illegal" isn't accurate for most regions, but boosting can violate Riot's Terms of Service, especially with account sharing. As a booster, you should explain this clearly—solo boosting carries higher account-sharing risks, while duo boosting lets clients stay on their own accounts (which most prefer).

When clients have questions, point them to our League of Legends Boosting FAQ to set expectations upfront.

The booster mindset: what separates pros from "good players"

The key difference is playing for completion, not ego. Your real KPI is finishing the client's goal cleanly—avoiding high-variance fights, managing your tilt and pacing, and sticking to stable win conditions that get the job done.

Communication matters too. Keep messages short, neutral, and actionable. Never argue with clients; offer options, realistic timelines, and clear next steps instead.

Quick self-check before applying

Ask yourself: Can I consistently perform at Master+ level (not just peak)? Do I have 1–2 main roles and a tight champion pool? Can I maintain zero toxicity under pressure? Can I commit to schedules and deliver reliably? Do I have OP.GG links and screenshots ready to prove it?

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Ready to join the team?

Turn your skills into income. Apply now and start earning.

FAQ

Do I need to be Challenger to get hired?

Not always, but the higher your proven level and consistency, the easier it is to get opportunities and better-paying orders. Master+ with strong proof and professionalism is the baseline most teams take seriously.

Should I start with Solo or Duo work?

If you're confident in calm, low-variance play and can avoid attention patterns, Solo can be efficient. If you communicate well and adapt quickly, Duo can be a great fit and often feels smoother for clients.

What if I'm not ready yet?

Build toward it systematically: pick 1–2 main roles, shrink your champion pool to what you actually master, track your win rate over 50–100 games, and work on eliminating tilt triggers. Once your results are consistently strong, visit our Become a Booster page.

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Thyrr
Founder

Thyrr

Head of Content

Master tier player and veteran booster. Writing guides to help players climb and boosters succeed.