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THE US BRAND THE POP CULTURE CATALYST Digital A PRIORITY DESTINATION Us Weekly is a pop culture authority; a leading entertainment destination and resource for lifestyle through the lens of celebrity. A TRUSTED SOURCE Us Weekly sparks the conversation with its trusted up-to-the-minute headlines and direct-from-the-source content reflecting the audience’s many passion points. AN INFLUENTIAL ENVIRONMENT Advertisers benefit from Us Weekly’s editorial scope and copious product mentions influencing over 45 million consumers with “must-have-now” essentials. 10.17.19 Source: MRI Spring 2019, comScore September 2019, and Facebook/Instagram/Twitter September 2019
ENGAGING 45 MILLION CONSUMERS ACROSS Digital SCREENS DIGITAL 24.2 MILLION UNIQUE VISITORS MOBILE 22.8 MILLION UNIQUE VISITORS VIDEO 20.3 MILLION MONTHLY VIDEO VIEWS SOCIAL 8.7 MILLION FANS & FOLLOWERS NEWSLETTER 482k DAILY OPT-IN SUBSCRIBERS 10.18 .19 Source: comScore August 2019; Facebook/Instagram/Twitter followers October 2019; JWPlayer, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube Jan-Sept 2019 Average; Newsletter Subscribers October 2019
YOUNG, AFFLUENT AND SAVVY Digital MEDIAN AGE 43.3 FEMALE 77% W18-49 43% 24.2 MILLION UNIQUES W25-49 38% MEDIAN HHI $96,542 27% A18-34 MILLENNIALS 30% MOMS 10.15.19 Source: comScore August 2019
2020 DIGITAL EDITORIAL Digital SCHEDULE INITIATIVE DESCRIPTION FLIGHT Kicking off Awards season with a nod to the best in film and television. The robust Golden Globes coverage captures the unforgettable moments from the red carpet, the broadcast and 1/1 - 1/10 post-event highlights. The inside scoop on how our favorite celebs maintain their fab figures, including fitness Best Diets and nutrition inspiration to help start 2019 off with health and wellness in mind. 1/1 - 1/31 A look at what’s coming up for midseason TV, in addition to coverage of the hottest shows Winter TV throughout the season with exclusive sneak peeks, clips and interviews. 1/9 - 2/28 Sundance Daily updates from Park City, with reports on the most talked about movies, deals, and 1/21 - 2/7 Film Festival celebrity appearances at the most popular independent film showcase. Red carpet galleries and candid moments from the event that shows actors recognizing SAG Awards their peers for the best performances of the year. 1/15 - 1/22 Includes exclusive reporting on the halftime show, best moments from the halftime Super Bowl performances, and viral ads. 1/30 - 2/7 Showcasing how the stars are celebrating Valentine’s Day with their special someones, Valentine’s Day the hottest gifts to get for your loved ones, and exclusive tips on how you can 1/29 - 2/17 celebrate holiday. Highlights from the biggest night in music include show-stopping looks and the most talked Grammys about moments from the broadcast and post-show parties. 1/23 - 1/31 Spring Fashion An inside peek into New York’s Spring Fashion Week, from celebs in the front row to the 2/7 - 2/21 Week exclusive after parties. The pinnacle event of awards season is chronicled with winner predictions, “red carpet Oscars ready” style and beauty tips, the best of red carpet fashion, and detailed post-show recaps. 2/4 - 2/16 The best of celebrity makeovers with stunning before and after photos, as well as expert tips Best Makeovers and inspiration for transformations just in time for spring. 3/20 - 4/13 Preparing for the warmer weather ahead with insider tips on how to get in shape before the 3/27 - 5/24 Spring Wellness summer, alongside healthy recipes, workout inspiration and more. 10.17.19 Timing and themes of editorial calendar are subject to change
2020 DIGITAL EDITORIAL Digital SCHEDULE (CONTINUED) INITIATIVE DESCRIPTION FLIGHT Coverage of the most talked about performances, celebrity fashions, and appearances Coachella at the two-weekend event. 4/8 - 4/24 other’s Day Gift Guide, as well as profiles of Hollywood Moms and how they spend their M Mother’s Day special day with family. 4/24 - 5/15 All the red carpet looks, exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes scoop from this mega Met Gala fashion showcase. 5/1 - 5/10 Stunning red carpet showcases, insider details on the best looks, and the top news Cannes Film Festival coming out of this international film festival. 5/10 - 5/28 Celebrating the strongest and healthiest physiques in Hollywood. Coverage includes Best Bodies fitness guides, nutrition tips, exclusive interviews, and other tools to help you get in 5/22 - 6/28 summer shape. Preparing Us readers for the adoption season ahead with all-things pets – ranging from Pets Special service content to celebrity pet inspiration. 5/28 - 9/4 A look at readers’ favorite series returning to the screen this summer, along with others Summer TV that are making their TV debut. 5/29 - 8/29 Includes coverage on the celeb-approved warm weather fashion trends and the staples to Summer Style update your summer wardrobe. 5/15 - 7/31 Father’s Day Father’s Day Gift Guide and special editorial feature on Hollywood Dads. 6/12 - 6/26 MTV Movie Awards A comprehensive wrap-up of the most talked about moments of the evening. 6/12 - 6/18 At-home entertaining tips and recipes to celebrate America’s birthday, along with July 4th photo-rich content on celebrities’ festivities. 6/19 - 7/10 Exclusive coverage of some of our favorite celebrity moms as they navigate the busy Back to School back-to-school season, along with shopping guides for must-buy essentials. 7/31 - 8/31 10.17.19 Timing and themes of editorial calendar are subject to change
2020 DIGITAL EDITORIAL Digital SCHEDULE (CONTINUED) INITIATIVE DESCRIPTION FLIGHT Showcasing how celebs are spending their last few days of summer, along with Labor Day Weekend star-studded entertaining tips for the long weekend. 8/21 - 9/8 Exclusive coverage of MTV’s most outrageous performances, red carpet arrivals MTV VMAs galleries and an overview of the night’s big winners. 8/21 - 8/27 Inside access into celebrities’ fall fashion styles, the newest fall trends, and what to buy Fall Fashion across apparel, footwear, and accessories. 8/28 - 9/28 Fall TV season kicks off with exclusive coverage of the most anticipated new shows, Fall TV new faces, and returning favorites. 9/4 - 11/1 Reporting on New York’s Fashion Week, from celebs in the front row to exclusive photos Fall Fashion Week from Us Weekly’s signature “Most Stylish New Yorkers” fête. 9/4 - 9/20 Celebrating the best of TV with exclusive coverage of winner predictions, style and beauty Primetime Emmys tips, and red carpet highlights. 9/11 - 9/27 Celebrating the holiday season ahead with healthy recipes and tips on maintaining overall Fall Wellness wellness and staying in shape throughout the festivities. 10/15 - 11/1 Coverage of this family-fun holiday includes expert tips for throwing a Halloween bash Halloween and popular costumes among celebs. 10/16 - 11/1 The winners’ list, the best-dressed on the red carpet, and pre- and post-show highlights People’s Choice from the celebration of the biggest pop culture personalities of the year, as voted on 11/6 - 11/13 Awards by the public. Inside access into the popular Country Music Awards. A look into the red carpet CMAs fashion, the top country artists, the best country releases, and various interviews 11/9 - 11/13 and galleries from the night. Exclusive coverage of the American Music Awards, showcasing hot new artists and best AMAs releases from the past year. Includes interviews, galleries, and celebrity playlists. 11/25 - 11/30 Expert tips and the latest trends for a celeb-inspired holiday season. Includes Gift Guide Holidays with Us of the hottest gifts, tips for a stylish holiday season, and entertaining tips for 11/27 - 12/31 festive gatherings. Best of 2019/ Best of 2019 initiative offers a recap of the most compelling stories of the year. 11/27 - 12/31 Year End Look Back 10.17.19 Timing and themes of editorial calendar are subject to change
AD SPECS Digital UsMagazine.com uses Google Ad Manager to serve advertisements. Turnaround Times: *R ich Media, Site Served or HTML5 standard UsMagazine.com reserves the right to reject display assets/tags must be received within 5 creative and/or request revisions to creative as business days prior to start date. it pertains to content or how they affect page * For Custom Ad Units being created by load and layout. UsMagazine.com, assets must be received within 20 business days prior to start date. * See complete specs: http://tinyurl.com/qy7qk6f) STANDARD DIMENSIONS SPECIFICATIONS AD TYPE SUPER * 60K max JPG; 200K initial/1MB sub; 15 seconds max animation. 24 frames per second MARQUEE 970x250 * All ads must open a new window on click (Desktop Only) * All sound and expansion must be user initiated LEADERBOARD * 60K max JPG; 200K initial/1MB sub; 15 seconds max animation. 24 frames per second 728x90 * All ads must open a new window on click (Cross-Platform) * All sound and expansion must be user initiated 320x100 * 60K max JPG; 200K initial/1MB sub; 15 seconds max animation. 24 frames per second MOBILE 320x50 * All ads must open a new window on click MARQUEE 300x100 * All sound and expansion must be user initiated 300x50 HALF PAGE * 60K max JPG; 200K initial/1MB sub; 15 seconds max animation. 24 frames per second 300x600 * All ads must open a new window on click (Desktop Only) * All sound and expansion must be user initiated BOX * 60K max JPG; 200K initial/1MB sub; 15 seconds max animation. 24 frames per second 300x250 * All ads must open a new window on click (Cross-Platform) * All sound and expansion must be user initiated 10.15.19
AD SPECS (CONTINUED) Digital * See complete specs: http://tinyurl.com/qy7qk6f) STANDARD DIMENSIONS SPECIFICATIONS AD TYPE * Site served logo only SPONSOR LOGO PNG or PSD * PNG or PSD hi res transparent logo, static only (no animation), no borders – must (Cross-Platform) be resizable to accommodate a widths ranging from 40 px to 140 px * Video can be site served or via VAST tag; 4MB max file size; MOV formats only; VIDEO PRE-ROLL :15 seconds for PreRoll 16:9, 640x360 (Cross-Platform) * Aspect Ratio: 16:9; 1x1 tracking accepted on PreRoll NEWSLETTER SUPER MARQUEE/ 970x250 * JPEG site served (1x1 3rd party impression and click tracking accepted)* 60K max BOX 300x250 file size (Cross-Platform) * Dynamic Logic/Safecount & Insight Express Studies are required to use the node format only. In banner recruitment only for Vizu and all other surveys. RICH MEDIA REQUIREMENTS: Accepted vendors: Atlas, DoubleClick, Sizmek, Innovid, Celtra Ad types not accepted: Floating, Popup/Under, AutoExpanding & AutoSound CUSTOM AD UNITS/PAGES (20 BUSINESS DAY LEAD TIME) • Please send the below assets for ALL customizations • Branding/Messaging • Style Guide • Fonts • Product Shots • 1x1 3rd Party Tracking 10.15.19
MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES Digital Us Weekly delivers custom digital marketing solutions for advertisers that address their specific priorities and are designed to: • Maximize awareness, excitement and trial among key targets during priority timeframes and launch periods • Leverage the unique editorial perspective of Us Weekly in supporting advertisers’ goals and objectives • Provide tangible, measurable results with creativity, originality and efficiency Turn-key and Highly Customized Capabilities include: • Branded Content Videos, Articles and Galleries • Custom Editorial Videos, Articles and Galleries • Immersive Digital Features • Celebrity and Expert Talent • Social Influencer Campaigns • Custom Social Activations via Instagram and Facebook Live • High-impact Media Executions with First-to-Market Capabilities • Podcast Sponsorships MIN Integrated Marketing Awards finalist or winner for over 10 years Contact: Please contact your Us Weekly Account Representative or Jeff Cohen Head of Digital Sales at 917.256.5433. 10.18.19
PRIVATE MARKETPLACE PROGRAMMATIC OPPORTUNITIES Digital Private Marketplace • Preferred and Programmatic Guaranteed Opportunities • 1st and 3rd Party Data Segments • Content/Channel Specific Opportunities • Seasonal Specific Package Offerings • Flat/Fixed Pricing Units Supported • Standard: 300x250, 728x90, 160x600 • Mobile: 320x50, 300x250 High Impact Units Supported • Custom & Rich Media Executions • 970x250 Masthead and Rising Star Units • 300x600 • Video Video Opportunities • New video content created daily Supply Side Platforms (SSP) • AdX (Google DoubleClick Ad Exchange) • Rubicon • Index • AppNexus 10.17.19
E-COMMERCE SHOP WITH US OPPORTUNITIES Digital Us Weekly and UsMagazine.com are priority destinations for young, affluent consumers who love entertainment and lifestyle content through the lens of celebrity news. Us Weekly advertisers cut through the clutter with mass reach to engage and drive sales with a highly-coveted consuming audience. Shop With Us strategically partners with over 50,000 affiliate advertisers who benefit from the priority and intensity of this connection to an early adoptive audience seeking must-have-now essentials — one living a multi-faceted and socially active life. Affiliate partners benefit from: • Us Weekly’s editorial scope and copious product mentions influencing over 45 million consumers with “must-have-now” essentials • Brand alignment with celebrities and influencers • Target verticals in Retail, Clothing, Fashion, Beauty, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle • 3.6MM pageviews per month • Permanent on-site content placement Customizable capabilities include: • Custom Cross-Platform E-Commerce and Stylish Content Articles and Roundup Slots • Placement in newsletters that deploy on-average 4x daily, generating approximately 1.5 million impressions • Quarterly, 6-month, and 12-month Content Placement Packages including Fall Fashion, Summer Body and Awards Season 10.15.19
CONTACT US Digital FOR INQUIRIES, PLEASE CONTACT: Victoria Lasdon Rose Vice President & Chief Revenue Officer Victoria.Rose@usmagazine.com 212.484.3424 Brian Kennedy Head of Integrated Sales Brian.Kennedy@usmagazine.com 212.484.3490 Thom Allcock Head of Integrated Marketing Thom.Allcock@usmagazine.com 212.484.3467 Jeff Cohen Head of Digital Sales JCohen@amilink.com 917.256.5433 Michael Persaud Head of Programmatic Sales Programmatic@amilink.com 212.743.6621 Kara Kamenec Senor Director of E-Commerce KKamenec@amilink.com 212.743.6561 10.18.19
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