Promote Your Film
Why Video Librarian?
In business for over 35 years, Video Librarian is the trusted resource for media-buying decision-makers in the library and academic space. With an index of 43k+ reviews, buyers around the world come to Video Librarian to make their decisions on new video content — giving you an invaluable, highly-targeted audience.
Our social media presence includes Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Advertising with us is letting us introduce you to our audience of 20 - 30k monthly users and 8k+ newsletter subscribers, from both public and university libraries, educators, and other community members. Our audience is highly interested in utilizing cinema as a public tool for both education and entertainment.
Over the past year, Video Librarian has demonstrated substantial reach and engagement, achieving the following: 411K+ total views, 241K+ unique users, 182K clicks, and 18.5 million impressions.
See some of our past clients below! ⬇️
Testimonials
"Advertisements and film reviews on Video Librarian help us generate more sales"
- Suzanne H., Green Planet Films
"The publicity on Video Librarian gave us a nice bump in library sales on Midwest Tape"
- Mat L., Deskpop
Sponsored Editorials
What Is A Sponsored Editorial?
A Sponsored Editorial from Video Librarian is an original essay, list, or interview written either by you or with the assistance of our editorial staff.
It is published for 2 weeks in the Spotlight section of our Homepage and then lives on our website indefinitely. Every Sponsored Editorial receives additional social media support on Facebook/Instagram. It also includes a comprehensive analytics report at the end of your campaign.
How Much Does It Cost?
Our pricing depends on the length of your editorial. Please take a look at our portfolio to see the varying lengths.
♦ 2,000 words
♦ 1,500 words
♦ 1,000 words
Get started by filling out our Typeform below.
Enhanced Reviews
What Is An Enhanced Review?
An Enhanced Review from Video Librarian is not only a thorough and expert evaluation of your film from one of our writers, but one that makes connections for the film's use on library shelves or the classroom.
It also includes supplemental materials for a librarian/educator/etc. to fully evaluate and appreciate what your film offers. You can include a trailer, gallery of stills (with or without captions), a link to your site, study guide (if applicable), director's statement, purchase link, press release, and/or single sell-sheet, etc. Prices start at $250.
Tier A
♦ Guaranteed Review
♦ Social Media Support
Tier B
♦ Enhanced Review
♦ Review placed in Spotlight section on homepage
♦ Social Media Support + Ads
Tier C
♦ Enhanced Review
♦ Review placed in Spotlight section on homepage
♦ Social Media Support + Ads
♦ Newsletter Inclusion
Tier D
♦ Enhanced Review
♦ Review placed in Spotlight section on homepage
♦ Social Media Support + Ads
♦ In-Article Ad promoting your review across the site
♦ Newsletter devoted to solely your title
You can also purchase an additional RUSH for $20 to have the review completed and published within a quick or specific timeframe.
Get started by filling out our Typeform below.
Newsletters, Articles, Guides
How Do I Advertise in Newsletters, Recommendation Articles, and Guides?
Throughout the year, Video Librarian will release these offerings based on our schedule and various special events. We designed these curated lists to cater to the specific film needs of librarians and educators such as academic subjects, genres, or different venues for public screenings. These serve as a valuable resource for librarians and educators, who place their trust in our expertise, consider using these films for their classrooms or libraries. Through these recommendation lists, we aim to assist professionals in making informed decisions that enhance their educational environments.
Newsletter Inclusion OR Personal Newsletter
♦ E-mail Blast sent to 8k+
♦ List of e-mails who clicked your link
Articles
♦ Published on videolibrarian.com
♦ Article placed in Spotlight section on homepage
♦ Social Media Ad
Guides | Full or half page ads
♦ Published on videolibrarian.com
♦ Article placed in Spotlight section on homepage
♦ Social Media Ad
♦ Downloadable PDF
Display Ads
What Is A Display Ad?
Prior to 2020, Video Librarian was magazine that offered print advertising in each issue. Since 2020, we offer digital advertising with global reach.
We partner with Broadstreet to create, schedule, and manage digital display advertising. Display Ads run for 30 days and includes a comprehensive analytics report at the end of your campaign including the Views, Hovers, and Clicks your ad received. Prices are dependent on the size of the ad. Starting at $250.
♦ Billboard (2500 x 500 pixels)
♦ Leaderboard (1456 x 180 pixels)
♦ Square (500 x 500 pixels)
♦ In-Article (600 x 200 pixels)
♦ YouTube/Vimeo (film trailer)
Request a preview of your ad on our website by submitting your design to ads@videolibrarian.com.
Distributor Links
What Is A Distributor Link?
A Distributor Link is an instant pathway from your Video Librarian review to the streaming platform on which your film is available for rent, purchase and/or streaming. We insert this "► Now Streaming on" link at the top of the review alongside your title's metadata.
Distributor Links are $20 each.
Distributor Listings
What Is A Distributor Listing?
The annual fee for a Distributor Listing includes featuring your film's trailer, photos, and social media links, ensuring that Video Librarian subscribers can easily access detailed information about your company.
Packages
Can't decide? We offer a number of packages that let you sample all of Video Librarian's promotional offerings in one customized campaign. Email us at ads@videolibrarian.com to learn more about these bundles.
Questions?
Advertising with the #1 film, documentary, and television review resource for librarians and educators will bring your films to our audiences. Let us help you decide what will work best for your budget and goals. For more information, contact us at ads@videolibrarian.com.