Magazine Submission Guidelines & Deadlines

Welcome to our magazine submission guidelines page! We’re excited to showcase diverse voices, stories, and perspectives, particularly focusing on highlighting underrepresented groups such as Blacks, Asian Americans, Native Americans, Latinos, Native Hawaiians, other Pacific Islanders, and all minorities in the outdoors and wellness industries. Please review the following information for our content needs, deadlines, and technical specifications.

Featured Articles

  • Word Count: 1,000 to 4,000 words per article

  • Content:

    • The focus should highlight and represent underrepresented groups in their pursuit of rewarding work in the outdoors.

    • Topics may include but are not limited to: business, nonprofit organizations, individuals, and outdoor initiatives.

  • Pictures:

    • High-quality images (suitable for print) that align with the article content.

    • Include information about each image: descriptions, photographer credit, and image details.

    • Resolution: Minimum 300 DPI for print quality.

    • Dimensions:

      • Images should be sized for full-page and half-page use.

      • Full-page: 8.5 x 11 inches (2550 x 3300 pixels).

      • Half-page: 8.5 x 5.5 inches (2550 x 1650 pixels).

      • Two-page spread: 17 x 11 inches (5100 x 3300 pixels).

  • File Formats: JPG, PNG, or TIFF files are preferred.

  • Camera Specifications (for image submissions):

    • Camera: Full-frame or crop sensor DSLR or mirrorless camera.

    • Lens: Preferably wide-angle (24mm - 50mm) or telephoto (70mm - 200mm).

    • ISO: Maintain between 100-800 for optimal clarity and minimal grain.

    • Aperture: f/8-f/11 for sharp depth of field.

    • Shutter Speed: 1/500 sec or faster for outdoor shots, depending on movement.

    • Image Orientation: Landscape preferred, but portrait is acceptable depending on the article.

Short Articles

  • Word Count: 500 to 1,200 words per article

  • Content:

    • Focus can be on people, places, gear, national parks, or any subject related to the outdoors and the groups mentioned.

    • The short articles can also include gear reviews, travel stories, and inspirational pieces.

  • Pictures:

    • High-quality images to accompany the short articles (as outlined above).

    • Resolution: Minimum 300 DPI for print quality.

    • Dimensions: 8.5 x 11 inches (2550 x 3300 pixels) or 8.5 x 5.5 inches (2550 x 1650 pixels) for smaller images.

    • File Formats: JPG, PNG, or TIFF files.

Wellness Articles

  • Word Count: 500 to 2,000 words per article

  • Content:

    • Focus on wellness industries (e.g., yoga, therapy, mental health, fitness) as it relates to Blacks, Asian Americans, Native Americans, Latinos, Native Hawaiians, and other Pacific Islanders.

    • Include features on people working in the wellness industry, the benefits of wellness practices, or organizations promoting wellness.

  • Pictures:

    • High-quality images to reflect the wellness theme, including people in yoga poses, therapy sessions, fitness activities, or wellness environments.

    • Resolution: Minimum 300 DPI for print quality.

    • Dimensions: Same as above (8.5 x 11 inches or 8.5 x 5.5 inches for smaller images).

    • File Formats: JPG, PNG, or TIFF files.

Outdoor Photography Feature

  • Content:

    • A visual-centric piece showcasing high-quality outdoor photography that represents people, places, and the diversity within the outdoors community.

    • Focus on minorities engaging with the outdoors in various ways—hiking, camping, kayaking, climbing, or working in outdoor-related jobs.

  • Pictures:

    • High-quality, professional outdoor photography.

    • Resolution: Minimum 300 DPI for print quality.

    • Dimensions: High-quality images for potential double-page spreads.

      • Full-page: 8.5 x 11 inches (2550 x 3300 pixels).

      • Two-page spread: 17 x 11 inches (5100 x 3300 pixels).

    • File Formats: JPG, PNG, or TIFF files.

    • Images should be submitted in both landscape and portrait orientations as appropriate.


Submission Deadlines

  • Featured Articles: Due by the 10th of every month for publication in the following month's issue.

  • Short Articles: Due by the 11th of every month for publication in the following month's issue.

  • Wellness Articles: Due by the 12th of every month for publication in the following month's issue.

  • Outdoor Photography: Due by the 15th of every month for publication in the following month's issue.

How to Submit Your Work

  1. Submit Articles: Please email your article as a Word document or Google Doc to [contact@blackrecmagazine.com] with the subject line “Featured Article Submission” or “Short Article Submission,” depending on the type of article you’re submitting.

  2. Submit Images: Send images via a file-sharing service (e.g., Google Drive, Dropbox) or email if files are small enough.

    • Include the title of the article and a brief description of the images.

    • Ensure the images are high-resolution (300 DPI).

  3. Image Credits & Descriptions: Provide all necessary credits for the images and relevant descriptions for publication.

Additional Information

  • Rights & Usage: By submitting content, you grant us permission to publish your work in print and online, with proper credits.

  • Questions? If you have any questions or need clarification about these guidelines, please reach out to [contact@blackrecmagazine.com].