A WORLD-CLASS MEDIA COMPANY
Print & Digital
The Future Matters
Print Publication Readership: 60,000+; African Americans
69%, Latino Americans 21%, Asian and Native Americans 5%, White 5%; 51% Female, 45% Male, 4% Other; Married 67%, Single 33%
Digital Footprint: 5,000+ Online Subscribers; Weekly
Advertising Guide; ETN Podcast; Website Banner Ads; Newsletter; Social Media Platforms
Vision Matters
LEADING A LEGACY BRAND THROUGH TRANSFORMATION
Publisher Rosalind J. Harris has been at the helm of this institution and has been able to expand and redesign the business, in spite of a consistent decline in the newspaper publishing industry. She is a champion for community, an advocate for youth and a successful businesswoman who is highly recognized and respected in society. As a advocate of civic, business and nonprofit organizations, Denver Urban Spectrum has been the recipient of more than 100 professional and community service awards, locally and nationally, and has celebrated more than 36 successful years.
PRINT SOLUTIONS
OfferingsThat Matter
VISION MATTERS
Denver Urban Spectrum has demonstrated sensitivity to issues and concerns of our readers, taking great pride in understanding the pulse of the community. Denver Urban Spectrum’s Advertising Team provides businesses, agencies and institutions creative opportunities to market and advertise meaningful and informative messages to the African American consumer.
Over the years, Denver Urban Spectrum has published special articles and editions addressing issues such as:
Black History
Education
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Mental Health
Home Ownership
Law Enforcement
Politics
Finance
Social
Entertainment
Sports
PRINT DISPLAY ADVERTISING
General and Corporate Rates & Specs
NonProfit and Small Business Rates &
2024 PRINT, EPUB AND WAG ADVERTISING GUIDELINES
PRINT AND EPUBLICATION
ISSUE: THEME: SPACE RESERVATIONS: MATERIALS DUE:
JANUARY 2024 CELEBRATING DR. KING FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15
FEBRUARY BLACK HISTORY MONTH
THURSDAY, JANUARY 18
MARCH WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15
APRIL DUS ANNIVERSARY MONDAY, MARCH 18
MAY MOTHER’S DAY
THURSDAY, APRIL 18
JUNE BLACK MUSIC MONTH FRIDAY, MAY 17
JULY SUMMERTIME IN THE ROCKIES MONDAY, JUNE 17
AUGUST STATE OF THE CITY FRIDAY, JULY 19
SEPTEMBER EDUCATION AND CAREERS MONDAY, AUGUST 19
OCTOBER HEALTH AWARENESS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
NOVEMBER A SALUTE TO SENIORS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17
DECEMBER HOLIDAY SEASON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15
JANUARY 2025 CELEBRATING DR. KING MONDAY, DECEMBER 16
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19
MONDAY, JANUARY 22
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19
THURSDAY, MARCH 21
MONDAY, APRIL 22
WEDNESDAY, MAY 22
THURSDAY, JUNE 20
MONDAY, JULY 22
THURSDAY, AUGUST 22
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
MONDAY, OCTOBER 21
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19
PRODUCTION AND SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
MATERIAL SUBMISSIONS (for print): CameraReady CMYK PDF files must be submitted by the deadline to advertising@urbanspectrum.net and bee@urbanspectrum.net.
MATERIAL SUBMISSIONS (for digital/online): Camera-Ready RGB JPEG files must be submitted by the deadline to advertising@urbanspectrum.net and bee@urbanspectrum.net.
QUESTIONS: For questions or more information call 303-292-6446 or email advertising@urbanspectrum.net.
DIGITAL SOLUTIONS
Offerings That Matter
VISION MATTERS
Denver Urban Spectrum has always leaned into technology and innovation, and has successfully delivered on digital solutions for its audience and clients. The flagship vehicle DenverUrbanSpectrum.com launched in 2000. Updated in 2023, the new website is the premier online destination for local African American news and information.
Other digital solutions that engage audience and partners include:
Monthly Newsletter
Weekly Advertising Guide
Online ePublication
Community Calendar Of Events
Daily Social Media Posts
Frequent Video News
Revenue Hub Membership
Text Alerts and Much More
Audience Matters BY THE NUMBERS
ONLINE AND DIGITAL MARKETING
Production and Submission Guidelines
Offerings That Matter
EVENT SOLUTIONS
Planning an event? Denver Urban Spectrum has a pool of experts to assist with coordinating your special occasion – from start to finish. From promoting on our Calendar of Events to planning your event, we connect customers with audiences in ways that deliver proven results. From writers and graphic designers to marketing and social media experts to hosts and entertainment, we have experts for events large or small; in-person or virtual. Reach out and let us know how we can help create a colorful and memorable event for you.
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FUND THE FUTURE OF BLACK-OWNED MEDIA IN DENVER
In a world where many are fighting to erase Black history, the Black Press is needed more than ever to ensure authentic voices are heard. Producing homegrown journalism takes funding, and we need your support. Your donation will help us to keep paying writers, editors, production coordinators, and other important staff.
This work doesn't happen without your support.
Every dollar you contribute from November 28 through December 31 will be matched by #newsCOneeds, up to $5,000. This means your support for Denver Urban Spectrum will go twice as far. Help us end the year strong. Visit denverurbanspectrum.com to help us continue our mission.
Consider becoming a member with a monthly contribution today!
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Parternership Matters
A TRUSTED PARTNER
Denver Urban Spectrum is one of the nation’s most trusted and reliable media outlets serving the African American community. We have the audience, track-record and credibility to effectively connect clients with the African American community with stories, advertising and marketing opportunities. Denver Urban Spectrum is targeted and specific and helps to fulfill a client’s mission-driven objectives of reaching new audiences.
We Make It Happen
Ruby Jones - Editor
Brittany Winkfield - Associate Publisher
Rosalind “Bee” Harris - Publisher
Melovy Melvin - Social Media/Digital Marketing Manager
Tanya Ishikawa - Special Projects Assistant
