Advertise With the 252
Three introductory packages for local and regional businesses.
Hip Hop Peoples: The 252 Edition reaches readers who care about Eastern North Carolina's music, culture and local business. Advertisers can put their business in front of that audience with a clearly labeled placement.
Paid placements are labeled. Editorial coverage is independent and not for sale.
Local Business Spotlight
$500
Business profile, one digital magazine placement, one approved social promotion and a tracked inquiry link, plus a short video edit from your own footage ($350 + $150).
Regional Advertiser
$950
Magazine advertisement, one approved short promo clip, two social assets and a campaign report.
Regional + Full Session
from $1,700
The Regional Advertiser package plus one full production session.
Introductory asking prices, one campaign each. No impression, circulation, store-traffic or conversion guarantees. Packages are confirmed by a signed order.