2024 ADVERTISINGAll Illustrations are by Dennis Ray without using AI

Rapid River Magazine
www.rapidrivermagazine.com

ADVERTISINGCONTRACT
2023
2024
Today’s Date

Company Name ________________________________________________

CONTRACT PERIOD

Contact Name __________________________________________________Start Date

Address _________________________________________________________
City _____________________________ State ________Zip ________________
Phone ___________________________ Fax ____________________________
Other ___________________________________________________________
Email ____________________________________________________________
Website _________________________________________________________
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AD TO RUN IN THESE ISSUESJanuary

February

MarchAprilMayJuneJuly

AugustSeptember

OctoberNovember

December

AD SIZEAMOUNT DUE______________ x ______________ + ______________# 0f Months
Ad RateDesign Fees- ______________ = ______________
Minus DiscountTotal Due

Full Page

1/2 Page

1/4 Page

1/8 Page

1/3 Page

2/9 Page

1/6 Page

1/9 Page

1/16 Page

1/28 Page

Other: _________________________ART WORK
Camera Ready
DesignIn-House

Salesperson

I, the undersigned, do agree to advertise in Rapid River Magazine following the terms
outlined in this contract and current media kit. I undertstand the duration of this contract and agree to pay the total due as outlined above and also agree to adhere
to the deadlines regarding payment and artwork as well as other specific guidelines
outlined in the media kit.

Rapid River Magazine

Print Name: ______________________________________________________

495 N. Main Street
Canton, NC 28716

Signature: _____________________________________ Date: ___/___/___

Dennis@rapidrivermagazine.com(828) 712-4752

RAPID RIVER MAGAZINE’S ARTS AND CULTURE
READERSHIP FOR OUR ADVERTISING PARTNERSTARGETED DISTRIBUTION STRATEGYOur approach to reaching readers at Rapid River Magazine’s Arts and Culture is straightforwardand effective. We distribute our magazine to art galleries, art-themed venues, areas wherevisitors and locals interested in local art can find us, and popular art studios throughout Western
North Carolina. We are constantly expanding and strengthening our readership and distribution.
This targeted distribution strategy is regularly reevaluated to maximize our reach to serious
art collectors and buyers. We consciously avoid places where the magazine might be casually
picked up and discarded by those uninterested in its content.

REVOLUTIONIZING ART REACH AND DISTRIBUTION
In contrast to the traditional approach of reaching as many people as possible at the lowest
cost, our contemporary strategy at Rapid River Magazine’s Arts and Culture prioritizes reachinga specific, art-interested audience. This focused distribution model is essential, especially forfine art, which doesn’t have the universal appeal of more common attractions like restaurants
or bars. Instead of casting a wide net, we target a niche audience genuinely interested inpurchasing art, making our reach more efficient and cost-effective. This strategic distributionaligns perfectly with the needs of serious art collectors and buyers, avoiding the inefficiency ofbroader, less targeted efforts.

Rapid River Magazine’s
Arts & Culture is Available atMore than 300 Locations!
Galleries • Hotels • Visitor
Centers • Live Theaters
Art Events • Museums •Local Retail Art Related
Businesses

CIRCULATION

Rapid River Magazine’s Arts and Culture doesn’t use glossy paper, but our high-quality digitalprinting stands out. We engage art buyers with compelling articles, interviews, and relevant
topics, proving that being free and shiny isn’t enough to guarantee readership.

Established in 1997, Rapid River
Magazine’s Arts & Culture Magazine
has established itself as a highly
effective medium for art-focusedadvertising. The magazine enjoys awide circulation across Western North
Carolina, with an estimated 12,000
monthly readers in print and online.
It’s prominently available in fine artgalleries and key high-traffic art
locations, ensuring maximum regional
visibility to the right audience who
appreciates fine art.

EFFECTIVE AND AFFORDABLE AUDIENCE REACH

PUBLISHING AND
DISTRIBUTION DATEQUALITY CONTENT OVER GLOSSY APPEARANCE

Our magazine consistently reaches a dedicated monthly audience with a keen interest in art.
You gain access to a specific audience we’ve cultivated over 27 years at a quarter of the cost ofadvertising in a glossy publication.

BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS WITH READERS AND ADVERTISERS
We view the reader as our client and the advertiser as our partner. We believe engaging readerswith well-written features about artists, their work, and events is more likely to lead to art
purchases than simply placing ads in a solely advertising-generated publication.

EDITORIAL FOCUS

We publish every month and are fully
distributed by the 5th of the newmonth unless print date are changed
for weather or other uncontrollable
circumstances.

CONTACT

Dennis Ray Publisher (828) 712-4752
495 N. Main St., Canton, NC 28716
Dennis@rapidrivermagazine.com
Rapidrivermagazine.com

Rapid River’s Arts & Culture Magazine centers on the vibrant art scene and artists of Western North Carolina. Every issue features in-depth
interviews with artists whose creations align with the month’s theme, inspired by the cover artist’s work. Additionally, we include a variety ofengaging stories and events that captivate our readers. The magazine’s rich and informative content encourages readers to retain copies
throughout the month and share insightful articles with friends and family.

Serving the serious art buyer and collector since 1997

ADVERTISING IN RRM 2024

RATES AND INSERTIONS
1 TO 3-TIME INSERTION RATES
1/16 (2.14 x 2.14 inches) is $128/mo
1/9 (3 x 3 inches) is $219/mo
1/8 vert (2.14 w x 4.39 inches) 1/8 horz (4.39 w x 2.14 inches) is $228/mo
1/4 (4.39 x 4.39 inches) is $392/mo
1/2 vert (4.39 w x 8.83) 1/2 horz (8.83 w x 4.39) is $623/mo
Full-page (8.83 x 8.83) is $995/mo

4 TO 11-TIME INSERTIONS RATES
1/16 (2.14 x 2.14 inches) is $89/mo
1/9 (3 x 3 inches) is $143/mo
1/8 vert (2.14 w x 4.39 inches) 1/8 horz (4.39 w x 2.14 inches) is $159/mo
1/4 (4.39 x 4.39 inches) is $274/mo
1/2 vert (4.39 w x 8.83) 1/2 horz (8.83 w x 4.39) is $437/mo
Full-page (8.83 x 8.83) is $67/mo

12-TIME INSERTIONS RATES
1/16 (2.14 x 2.14 inches) is $39/mo
1/9 (3 x 3 inches) is $75/mo
1/8 vert (2.14 w x 4.39 inches) 1/8 horz (4.39 w x 2.14 inches) is $79/mo
1/4 (4.39 x 4.39 inches) is $119/mo
1/2 vert (4.39 w x 8.83) 1/2 horz (8.83 w x 4.39) is $199/mo
Full-page (8.83 x 8.83) is $399/mo

Free articles • Free AD design • Free photography
Call for more information (828) 712-4752 or email Dennis@rapidrivermagazine.com

ADVERTISING AND ARTICLE SUBMISSION GUIDELINESSUBMISSION DEADLINES

In-House Content Submission

All in-house content, including advertisements, articles, press releases, and photos, should be submitted
by the 12th of the month preceding their intended publication month.
Camera-Ready Advertisements. Please ensure that camera-ready advertisements are submitted by the
19th of the month before publication.

CONTRACT SUBMISSION PROCESS

Mailing and Emailing Contracts

Completed contracts can be sent to Rapid River Magazine at 495 North Main St., Canton, NC 28716. Alternatively,contracts can be emailed to dennis@rapidrivermagazine.com.

Photographing Contracts

Contracts can be photographed using a smartphone and emailed in any legible size.

ADVERTISEMENT AND IMAGE REQUIREMENTS

Advertisements

Submit all advertisements in 350dpi at 100% scale. Acceptable formats include RGB JPEG, PDF, or PSD. Theseformats are preferred for maintaining quality.

Photographic Images

For non-artwork photos, include a brief description and photo credit if necessary. Avoid using images from the internet to prevent issues with copyright, embedded tracking codes, or viruses.

Artwork Photographs

Provide the Title, Artist, Medium, Size, and, if desired, Price (framed and unframed) for artwork photographs.

ADDITIONAL SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

Email Addresses for Approval

On the contract, please list the email addresses of everyone who needs to approve the article and advertisements.

Article Publication Preferences

Indicate your preferred months for article publication, if any.

Contact Information for Inquiries

For additional questions or information, contact Dennis Ray at (828) 712-4752 or Dennis@rapidrivermagazine.com