CONTRIBUTE + SUBMISSIONS

HOW SUBMISSIONS WORK

At LIVID Magazine, we uphold industry standards for submissions, ensuring clarity and professionalism throughout the process. Please read our guidelines carefully before submitting your work:

OWNERSHIP AND ORIGINALITY

All submitted images must be your own or accompanied by written permission from the original creator.

Work must be unpublished elsewhere, including blogs and social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

PICTORIAL STORY SUBMISSIONS

Each submission for pictorial stories should contain a minimum of 10 images, forming a coherent story or theme within the mentioned genres, unless otherwise specified.

Submit all works (images and accompanying copy) electronically to Submissions@lividmagazine.com in JPEG format at 72 dpi. Label each page numerically Example: abc.jpg, xpz.png, 123.gif

Include full copyright information or proof of permission, along with your full name, email address, and telephone number for our consideration.

In the email subject line, indicate the submission’s title and contents.

HIGH-RESOLUTION IMAGES

If your submission is accepted, please provide high-resolution images with the following specifications: 300 dpi, JPG format, A4 size. Use a transfer website like www.wetransfer.com or a similar platform.

Ensure proper numbering of pages, with image numbers corresponding.

Please adhere to these specifications meticulously, as once published, corrections cannot be made.

ALIGNMENT WITH LIVID MAGAZINE’S STYLE AND STANDARDS

Ensure your work fits within LIVID Magazine’s style, substance, and editorial standards. Familiarize yourself with previous issues for reference.

EDITORIALS | INTERVIEWS | ARTICLES

We welcome a diverse range of written submissions, including:

Celebrity or newsworthy interviews (e.g., designers, artists, musicians, politicians, activists).

Reviews of music, movies, exhibitions, and social events.

Editorials covering the latest trends (fashion, electronics, political, cultural) or alternative (opinion-based) pieces.

Submit all written features to Contributors@lividmagazine.com for consideration.

GENERAL WRITTEN POLICY SUBMISSIONS

Writers must provide comprehensive details and background information about their submissions.

Ensure that your written work has not been previously published, including on blogs or social media platforms.

Cite and authenticate quotes, and properly footnote referential information.

Provide an example of either previously published work or unpublished work.

PHOTOGRAPHS AND ILLUSTRATIONS

If photographs or illustrations accompany your written piece, they must adhere to the above guidelines and be provided promptly, no later than 3 days after the submission of the written content. High-resolution images suitable for print are required.

WEBTORIALS

When sending or submitting images for web content, ensure they meet the specified guidelines. If you require assistance with image formatting, please reach out to our editors.

Image size requirements: Minimum 400px by 800px, Maximum 800px by 1200px (pixels and inches).

OUR TERMS & CONDITIONS FOR ALL SUBMISSIONS

Posting approved images online before LIVID Magazine’s publication will result in the removal of your images from the issue or a request to temporarily remove them online until after publication.

Submitted images and articles should not have appeared in any other publication or blog, whether in print or online. An embargo will be placed on all content until after publication.

You retain ownership of your original work. If images are sent by a third party, permission must be granted by the owner, and they must also agree to these terms and conditions.

By submitting, you grant LIVID Magazine unrestricted non-exclusive rights to use your work now and in the future.

Submitted images become a permanent part of the magazine.

Your submission implies that you have read, understood, and agreed to these terms and conditions.

LIVID Magazine may use your submitted work for promotional purposes related to the magazine.

Obtaining a pull letter, commissioning letter, or letter of responsibility does not guarantee the publication of your editorial. We reserve the right to change the issue in which your editorial is published. Any expenses or costs associated with your shoot are your responsibility; please ensure you can cover potential losses, if any.

Thank you for considering LIVID Magazine for your creative contributions. We look forward to collaborating with you while upholding industry standards and professionalism.

PULL LETTERS OR COMMISSIONING LETTERS

At LIVID Magazine, we value the creativity and dedication of our contributors. However, it’s essential to clarify that the issuance of pull letters or commissioning letters is an exceptional occurrence, and in most cases, such letters are not awarded. We encourage all potential contributors to review our comprehensive terms and conditions for a thorough understanding of our editorial process.

Click the link below to see more information on how to request pull letters or commissioning letters.