Reach the Heart of the Community
Rooted Magazine reaches community leaders, faith families, entrepreneurs, educators, students, and civic voices across the region. Our readers are rooted in Longview, Marshall, Tyler, and our rural communities — and defined by trust, identity, and deep pride in their communities. This is not a passive audience, these are people who read with intention and act on what they discover.
Advertisers appear alongside editorial features read by engaged, values-driven households — readers who are making health decisions, starting businesses, planning careers, and building generational wealth. This is an audience primed to act on relevant, well-placed messaging. When your brand shows up here, it shows up in context that matters.
Advertisers who place with Rooted Magazine don't just buy space — they buy community relevance. Your brand appears alongside editorial content that readers return to for culture, faith, health, business, and local news. That context is earned, and it transfers. Explore the media kit and available placements below to find the right fit for your organization.
Premium Advertising Placements
Make the biggest impression with a premium position. These high-visibility placements put your brand front and center in the most-read pages of the magazine.
Inside Front Cover
Position
First right-hand page after the front cover, maximum first-impression placement.
Specs
Full page · Bleed: 8.75" × 11.25" · Trim: 8.5" × 11"
Premium Rate — Contact for Pricing
Opposite Table of Contents
Position
Readers stop here to navigate the issue, giving your ad extended dwell time.
Specs
Full page · Bleed: 8.75" × 11.25" · Trim: 8.5" × 11"
Premium Rate — Contact for Pricing
Full Page Before Feature Stories
Position
Opens directly before a major editorial feature, benefiting from the feature's reader draw.
Specs
Full page · Bleed: 8.75" × 11.25" · Trim: 8.5" × 11"
Premium Rate — Contact for Pricing
Back Cover
Position
The last impression, usually while lying face down is displayed in waiting rooms and community spaces.
Specs
Full page · Bleed: 8.75" × 11.25" · Trim: 8.5" × 11"
Premium Rate — Contact for Pricing
Standard Advertising Placements
Standard placements offer strong visibility at accessible rates, positioned within high-read department sections throughout the issue.
Community News and Announcements
Adjacent to community news, announcements, and local happenings — high general readership.
Specs
Full page or half page available, standard trim.
Standard Rate — Contact for Pricing
Wellness and Fitness
Placed within the Wellness and Fitness department and is ideal for health brands, gyms, nutritionists, and wellness services.
Specs
Full page or half page, standard trim.
Standard Rate — Contact for Pricing
Startup and Business Spotlight
Positioned in the Startup and Business Spotlight section — ideal for financial services, B2B brands, and business-support organizations.
Specs
Full page or half page, standard trim.
Standard Rate — Contact for Pricing
College and Career Planning
Sits within the College and Career Planning department — high engagement among students, parents, and workforce-development readers.
Specs
Full page or half page, standard trim.
Standard Rate — Contact for Pricing
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Advertiser FAQs
Everything you need to know before placing your ad. Don't see your question? Reach out through the inquiry form above.
What is the submission deadline for ads?
Ad materials for each issue must be submitted no later than fifteenth (15) day prior to the issue release. Late submissions may not be accommodated without prior arrangement.
What file formats do you accept?
We accept print-ready PDF files (PDF/X-1a or PDF/X-4 preferred), high-resolution TIFF, JPG/JPEG, or layered PSD. All files should be submitted at 300 DPI or higher with all fonts embedded and a minimum 0.125" bleed on all sides.
Do you offer design assistance for advertisers?
Yes. If you do not have print-ready files, our editorial design team can produce your ad for an additional design fee. Please mention this in your inquiry form submission and we will include a design quote with your placement proposal.What is the magazine's distribution?
Rooted will distribute copies across the East Texas area through community centers, churches, healthcare facilities, barbershops, salons, libraries, local businesses, and direct mail. A digital edition is distributed via email and social media to our subscriber list.
Who reads Community Lifestyle Magazine?
Our readership is primarily Black adults aged 25–54 in the East Texas area — professionals, entrepreneurs, parents, students, and community leaders. At times, there will be heightened engagement from readers in healthcare, business, finance, and education sectors.
Can I run the same ad in multiple issues?
Yes. Multi-issue commitments are available and may qualify for a discounted rate. Please note your interest in multi-issue placement in the inquiry form or mention it when our team follows up.