Advertise with CTRL.
Explore commercial placements that fit the publication, respect its readers, and carry a clear advertising label.
Discuss a placementExplore media servicesPossible directions
Scope agreed before production.01Sponsored features
Commission a story around a relevant subject, with a visible sponsored-content disclosure and an agreed production scope.
02Editorial series sponsorship
Discuss supporting a thematic series. Sponsorship is identified clearly; independent editorial judgments remain separate.
03Display & media packages
Explore responsive placements and combinations of media. Inventory and timing are confirmed against the publishing schedule.
04Newsletter sponsorship
Discuss a placement in CTRL’s editorial emails. Fit, labeling, timing and availability are confirmed before a commission is agreed.
How a commission works
- 01
Share the idea.
Subject, location, audience, and timing.
Tell us what matters. - 02
Define the work.
Discuss fit, scope, formats, permissions,
and production needs. - 03
Agree the commission.
Confirm deliverables and terms before work begins.
A few things to know.
Does a commission guarantee editorial coverage?
No. Commercial production and independent editorial decisions are separate. Any paid content published by CTRL carries a visible disclosure.
How are scope and pricing decided?
Through the brief. Subject, production requirements, channels, licensing, and timing inform a proposal. Pricing is set in the proposal.
Can the project include a larger creative campaign?
Larger creative projects may be referred to KONSORTIUM. It is a separate business; a referral does not guarantee editorial coverage by CTRL.
Let’s start with the brief.
Start with the subject, location and intended use.
A date or budget range helps if you have one.
What makes a useful brief?
- What you want to make and who it is for.
- Where it will appear, and when you need it.
- Access, existing material and any permissions to arrange.
You don’t need a finished plan.
Scope, rights and cost are agreed before work begins.
Commissioned work is labeled.
Paid services never guarantee independent coverage, favorable reviews, or scores.