Join the CarCultureTV Contributor Program
Introduction
CarCultureTV is always looking for passionate photographers, videographers, and writers to join our contributor team.
This is a non-paid opportunity to build your portfolio, earn a byline, and potentially gain media credentials for major automotive and lifestyle events worldwide.
At this stage, contributor positions are volunteer-based. However, as CarCultureTV continues to grow, there may be future opportunities for paid collaborations, sponsored content, and event coverage. Contributors who consistently demonstrate professionalism, creative quality, and positive audience engagement will be first in line for those roles when they become available.
Because this is a contributor program, we ask all participants to meet agreed standards and deadlines to keep our workflow reliable and professional.
Contributor Roles & Requirements
Photographers / Videographers
Expectations:
- Must have your own camera and basic gear.
- Attend assigned events or shoots and coordinate with the CarCultureTV editorial team.
- Capture professional-quality images or video content that reflect the story, energy, and culture of each event.
Deliverables:
- Photographers: At least 20+ high-quality selects (RAW or JPEG) with captions including event name, date, and location.
- Videographers: Edited 2–5-minute recap video plus a 30–60-second social teaser.
- Optional: A short written event recap (300–500 words).
Timeline: Submit all deliverables within 7 days of the event.
Credit: Contributors receive full credit on the CarCultureTV website and social channels (“Photo/Video by [Your Name]”) and may include published work on their résumé or portfolio.
Media Access: Reliable contributors may be supported in obtaining media credentials for certain events (subject to organizer approval).
Rights: You retain ownership of your work but grant CarCultureTV non-exclusive rights to publish and promote your content with proper credit.
Writers (Industry News, Tech, and Lifestyle Features)
Expectations:
- Strong writing ability and a genuine interest in automotive culture and lifestyle.
- Topics may include event recaps, feature stories, product spotlights, tech trends, travel, and interviews.
Deliverables:
- Articles typically range from 800–1,500 words (shorter news briefs 400–700 words).
- Include a proposed headline, subheads, and at least 2–3 relevant high-resolution images with captions.
Timeline: First draft due within 7 days; final version within 14 days.
Credit: Every published article includes a byline (“By [Your Name]”) and optional bio with links to your social media or portfolio.
Standards: All articles must be original, factual, and well-written. Promotional or AI-generated pieces are not accepted.
Submission & Review Process
- Submit your work through our contributor portal or by email.
- The CarCultureTV editorial team reviews each submission for quality, accuracy, and consistency.
- You may receive feedback or minor edit requests before final publication.
- Once approved, your work will be published on CarCultureTV and our social platforms with full credit.
Asset Guidelines
Images: Minimum resolution 3000px on the long side, 300 dpi preferred. Images must be well-exposed, color-balanced, and properly framed.
Videos: 1080p or 4K resolution preferred, H.264 format, horizontal orientation, clean audio, and smooth edits.
Articles: Submit as a Word or Google Doc with short paragraphs, subheadings, and correct spelling/grammar.
Bio & Headshot: Please include a short 25–50-word bio and an optional 300×300 px headshot for your author profile.
Timelines
- Photographers/Videographers: 7-day turnaround after each event.
- Writers: First draft within 7 days, final version within 14 days.
- Editorial review: Typically within 3 business days.
- Publication: Usually within 10 days after final approval.
Benefits for Contributors
- Your work featured on CarCultureTV.com and official social channels with full credit and backlinks.
- Published pieces that enhance your professional portfolio.
- Use CarCultureTV as a reference for job applications or other opportunities.
- Support for media credential requests to eligible contributors.
- Access to a growing creative community of automotive and lifestyle professionals.
- Social media amplification — we tag you when your work is posted.
While contributor roles are unpaid, as CarCultureTV expands we anticipate introducing paid projects, sponsored collaborations, and event coverage opportunities.
Contributors who consistently deliver high-quality content and help grow our audience will be prioritized for these paid opportunities.
How to Apply
To apply, complete our “Become a Contributor” form (below) or email adam@carculturetv.com with the following:
- Full name and contact info
- Role of interest (Photographer, Videographer, or Writer)
- Links to your portfolio or work samples
- A short bio and social media handles (Instagram preferred)
We review all applications within two weeks. Accepted contributors will receive our official Contributor Agreement and Editorial Style Guide.
Terms & Conditions
- All submitted content must be original and not previously published elsewhere.
- CarCultureTV reserves the right to edit submissions for clarity, accuracy, and formatting.
- Contributors retain copyright but grant CarCultureTV non-exclusive rights to publish and promote their work.
- Repeated missed deadlines or low-quality work may result in removal from the program.
- CarCultureTV reserves full editorial discretion over what is published.