/CW Creative Media Services - Get more from your Local Media

Need Creative Media Services? No problem CopyWrite has got you covered.

For the last five years, we have been providing grassroots media services to our community, noting that these services for OUR community have often been limited, underrepresented, and very out of touch with what is really going on. As we have expanded our professional capacity, team, and training, we would like to re-introduce our /CW Creative Media Services. We hope that you will spread the word and reach out whenever you need additional help with your creative endeavors. This is just another way we can #SupportTheLocal.

press releases | press bites

Our press release services are official media statements drafted with the client that are structured to provide information, public statements, and or announcements to other media outlets, audiences, and communities. Where our service is unique is the ability to turn a press release into a CW Press Bite. Our Press Bites are press releases with interview elements from our clients that are condensed into short-form feature stories that can be housed on copywritemag.com or placed into a template for printable options. This allows our clients to have a built-in creative audience and platform to promote their craft, business, or creativity in any form.

Rates start at $60   

promotions

/CW offers Advertising and Publicity basic promotions. Our Advertising services include ad placements in our online and in print publication CopyWrite Magazine or Advertising placement on our website. Our Publicity service includes product placement and paid partnerships at CW events, photoshoots, social media stories, and online video content. Promotion services are a great resource for local brands, up and coming creatives looking for portfolio boosters, and businesses searching to tap into creative networks.

Rates start at $35 

Sponsorships

We offer sponsorships to local organizations, businesses, and creatives for events and projects that fall under our five pillars: Art, Music, Fashion, Community, and Culture. Sponsorships are awarded quarterly and are limited. Sponsorships may come in the form of /CW Creative Services or monetary payment. Sponsorships are selected at the discretion of our owner and active leadership team.

All sponsorship requests must be submitted in writing and emailed to copywrite.mke@gmail.com at a minimum of 30 days before the date of need.

media blast

As a byproduct of the creative community, our methods as a magazine, media, and design firm can be unorthodox, expressive, and totally outside of the box. Our media blast service is where we mix those non-traditional tactics with guerilla marketing to get our client’s ideas out to the audience they are trying to target. This is a hands-on approach to our favorite hashtag #SupportTheLocal

Rates start at $75

cultural consulting

Our leadership team has spent several years doing ethnographic research in local urban settings. This includes collegiate research on urban environments, “minority” cultural impact, systematic disenfranchisement, creative communities, youth expression, physical and digital spaces, media studies, and more. We offer specified contract media consulting to businesses and organizations who need assistance in addressing cultural sensitivity, racial inequity, and guidance in appropriate representation in their company culture, media presence, and more.

All cultural consulting inquiries should be submitted to copywrite.mke@gmail.com . Rates may vary.

Journalism

Journalistic services include blog posts to full length featured articles, artist statements to artist bios, and resume help to the creative portfolio curation. Though our featured stories are selected by our team, we also provide freelance writing services that may be used on alternative media platforms or as paid posts for online features. Our journalists are trained professionals whose writing skills include but are not limited to entertainment, editorials, interviews, poetry, copywriting, and creative application. 

Rates start at $45

media research

Need more than just the glitz and glam? No problem! Our media research service allows us to provide in-depth research on ALL THINGS URBAN. Whether it’s looking into some local creative history or run down on some social practices of creative institutions and how they function, we have you covered. We can guide your search or take a hands-on approach. As a media platform, it’s our job to know how media works and we welcome opportunities to share that knowledge with our community. 

All media research inquiries should be submitted to copywrite.mke@gmail.com . Rates (if applicable) may vary.

event hosting

Having an event but you don’t want the headache of hosting it? We have people for that! Our team members have collectively hosted 100’s of events. From music showcases, fashion shows, festivals, creative workshops, and community events, to on-stage interviews with Grammy award winners, music execs, nationally awarded artist, designers, and politicians. With our service, you not only get a great host but a built-in audience for your event. 

All event hosting inquiries should be submitted to copywrite.mke@gmail.com . Rates may vary.

music reviews

New music is the top reason that people visit our online platform. Where we provide music blog posts as a free service to team selected submissions, we also offer sponsored music reviews for those who are looking for a little extra feedback and verbiage to send out to international media outlets and for portfolio growth. This may also include official music and video releases.

All music review request should be submitted to copywrite.mke@gmail.com

Our music submission specs can be found at https://copywritemag.com/about

media arts curriculum

With community collaboration being one of the major components in CopyWrite’s mission, we believe that aiding in the cultivation of creativity in our city is vital and that youth engagement continues the relevance of these practices. We partner with local organizations, schools, and creative groups to implement a creative curriculum that supports the mediated practices our youth are confronted with daily. There are several ways in which we teach the practices of media-making, but we firmly believe it is critical to give youth real-world experiences that provide real-world results. This can be working on content creation for a specific organizational campaign, or making their own group magazine. We shape our curriculum to meet the needs of whatever clients we are working with. At the base of our “Media Arts” we include practices of literacy, problem-solving, collaboration, and creative expression through several active workshops including (but not limited to):

• Story Development

• In the field research

• Visual asset creation and curation

• Copywriting

• Art Direction

• Layout development

• Media promotion

• Introduction to Computer Software

All curriculum inquiries should be submitted to copywrite.mke@gmail.com. 

Curriculum contracts are contracts to teach media arts. Rates vary on the instructor, curriculum request, materials, contract hours, and assets.  

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Spaidez - EP For His Appreciation For Black Women

Local lyricist, performer, CopyWrite Magazine issue fourteen feature, and recent front line protestor/ activist, Spaidez, has released a 3 song EP that he has  dedicated to his love of today's Black Women, saying “ I Stand With them and Vow to Protect our Queens.

We appreciate your voice Spaidez and your contribution to the movement. Everyone check this one out as you prep your playlist for the revolution!

/CW

Foe The Birds (Final Act) Feat. Tru West & Joshua Jenkins/ I ❤ Black Women (Stand Up)

Tell us what you need. . .

We are here and ready.

Supporting the local has never been more important than now. As an independently owned Magazine, Media and Design firm, we have always searched for ways we can help navigate and change the narrative of our diverse community. Where structures of propaganda and content overload often distract us from the REAL, we want to make sure that services, stories, and social stimulation that we are linked to speak to our community, instead of shadowing it. Please hit us up with your thoughts, email us with your request for creative media service, drop a comment, join the team, or pitch an idea for collaboration.

We need you!

/CW

Carrie’s Countdown

What’s up CopyWrite fam! It’s ya girl Carrie (AKA Noni Juice) and I present to you my brand new show: Carrie’s Countdown. Now y’all know I’m always down to create opportunities for people to showcase their work, especially in a fun way. Growing up, 106&Park had always been a show I looked forward to watching to see all the hottest new videos and Milwaukee has a lot of dope videos too. But it’s time to see who really dominates the city. If you think you deserve that title of King or Queen of the Mil, here’s how it works:

1. Submit your music videos to copywrite.connect@gmail.com.

2. Make the subject “Carrie’s Countdown Video Submission” and in the message attach the video’s MP4 file, your artist name, title of the video, director/videographer and any other facts you would want the audience to know about you, the song, your music, etc. 

3. A follow up email will be sent with the link for your fans to vote you in.

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS IS MAY 24, 2020

That’s it. It’s that simple! Here are the guidelines:

Rules:

• Once a month you’ll submit your video (2 videos MAX per submission)

• Carrie’s Countdown will drop every 1st and 3rd sunday of the month

• If you win the #1 spot for both episodes, you officially get the title of King/Queen of the Mil until another artist takes the crown and wins twice in a row

• For the next round of submissions, if your video already made the countdown, you can’t submit that same video

• If you didn’t make the countdown, you can re-submit that same video for the chance to  make it next month

Business Inquiries

If you would like to become a sponsor for Carrie’s Countdown or advertise your business in an episode, email copywrite.mke@gmail.com 

If you would like to submit a request for a world premiere of your video, email copywrite.mke@gmail.com

/Carrie for CW

lik - rhythm and poetry for the ghetto children

The artist highlight of the week goes to Lik and his mixtape “rhythm and poetry for the ghetto children.” This guy is super dope and a local creative and we’re so excited for you all to discover some new music from him. He gave us a peek into his mind when he released his mixtape, May 1st! Here’s a little about the project from Lik himself:

“THIS PROJECT IS NOT A GUIDELINE TO A WAY OF BEING, BUT ME ACCESSING MY TRUE POWER INTERNALLY AND LEARNING THE MEANING OF “SELF LOVE” THROUGH SELF REFLECTION AND SELF EXPLORATION. TIME AND TIME AGAIN CHILDREN OF THE DIASPORA ARE TOLD NOT TO EXPRESS THEMSELVES, THAT THEIR UNIQUE OUTLOOK SIMPLY DOESN’T MATTER. FEAR BASED TACTICS ARE CONSTANTLY IMPLEMENTED AND IT DRAGS US FURTHER AND FURTHER AWAY FROM OUR TRUE NATURE AND THE CREATOR. RHYTHM AND POETRY IS SIMPLY ME USING THE ARTFORM OF MUSIC TO HARMONIZE WITH THE CREATOR, TO CHANNEL MY INNER CHILD AND INSPIRE OTHERS TO DO THE SAME. IM AWARE THAT THIS PROCESS DOESN’T STOP, THAT KNOWLEDGE IS INFINITE AND EVOLUTION IS A CONSTANT PROCESS. SO IM JUST DOCUMENTING THE PROGRESS I’VE MADE ON MY JOURNEY THUS FAR AND I’LL CONTINUE TO SHARE AND CHANNEL THESE MESSAGES FROM THE CREATOR UNTIL I LEAVE THIS EARTH. LOVE!”

I promise he’s not yelling, just super excited for you to hear what he’s up to. I want you guys to go listen for yourself and let us know what you think. It is a project including production from Knowsthetime, KLEFTO, Chuck Strangers, Wayne J Valentine, Bugginout, and K Le Maestro, Haz Solo, and Malik Abduul Rahmaan. 

If you’re looking for a new sound, this is your guy!

Instagram and Twitter: @likkhen

Facebook: Lik Henderson

Check him out y’all!

/Imani for CW

SEE FULL TRACK LIST HERE

SHUNMILLION$ - What I Made Today Vol 2

After two years of anticipation, Shun Millions is back and so much better. Let’s jump right in. 

Badu is a very smooth flowing track. The double vocal track definitely reminds me of Kendrick Lamar. I haven’t quite heard this type of flow from a Milwaukee artist.

Indie shows us Shun appreciation for a certain woman or a few that fit the same description. This is his ode to independent women. There’s an interesting transition much later in the song that really ties the song together. 

What Else you want from me? On this track, he’s speaking directly to one girl. He’s given her everything that he has yet it still seems to be not enough. 

Bad has a very captivating beat, it’s super catchy! Shun’s having a bad day, y’all. He woke up to no blunt and no chick.That’s tough. Felt. This song is definitely my favorite so far. *Adds to library* 

Six sense: Shun showing us what type of time he on. He onnat! This is a track where he is definitely just talking his shit. Again, flow and production is amazing here. It doesn’t sound rushed at all--which it shouldn’t considering it’s been two years. 

Cocaina: Again, doing what he does best… talking his shit. This sounds more like a freestyle compared to the other songs.

She Coming Up: Aw, yeah. If you’re a female, you’re going to jam to this song. It’s a song  dedicated to the girls coming up. He’s basically saying, “You got this and you are going to get everything you desire in due time.” Aye…’preciate it boss. 

Overall, I really like this EP. There’s no bias here because it genuinely is a solid body of work. SHUN MILLIONS. Remember the name, the face, and the sound, ALL OF IT. He’s going places and you’d hate to be sleep on someone like this. 

Stream this EP, y’all know what to do. I’m not finna play with y’all. My boy!

Now streaming on all platforms!

Instagram: @shunmillions

Catch y’all on the flippp.

/Imani for CW

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Liza Jane - VITAMINS

COVID-19 has ruined everything but creativity. One thing that remains untouched is the music. Music is so important, it drives everything like your mood, your sanity and your life--well, at least for me. If you’re not taking advantage of this time to expand your musical taste then “ion think you quarantinin’’ right.” I’ll tell you guys a short story… just because I’m a nice person. So there was this person right? They wanted to be a supportive *hint hint*. They didn’t want to be a bum anymore. They really wanted to listen to new music but didn’t know where to start. They had no idea that I was about to plug them with this best idea they had all week: stream Liza Jane.

Be that person--here’s your sign (LOL)

Liza Jane is back with another great song that is just perfect for the climate of this quarantine. Some people are wasting their time and some people are making the most of it. Some people are even finding themselves and facing themselves head on. That’s what “VITAMINS” is all about. Word on the street is: 

“Her bright yet haunting vocal performance pairs unexpectedly with up tempo trap-like instrumentals from producer ThatguyEli. With this unlikely combination of genre, Vitamins fosters the success of her performance and sound from her previous project with a newfound delivery that will have you wanting to press replay once the song is through."

Did it sell you? ‘Cause it sold me!

“Trying to be a little more sure of myself” is the very first line of the song. This is off top telling  us that this one is going to be personal. The chorus takes us on a trip of Jane reflecting on herself. “Working on myself all the time, trying to play it cool like things are fine” is really sending me because girl, I get it. I think people often forget that people are always fighting battles against themselves. While no, it’s no one’s business, it’s important to know that while people are figuring themselves out, it is extremely difficult to hide that journey from others (referring to “trying to play it cool like things are fine). The chorus goes on to talk about more of a clarity moment where she is trying to figure herself out. She doesn’t seem to know what she’s missing in her life. She comes face to face with herself. She’s beginning to piece together fragments of her life and noticing that she still has a lot to figure out.

I think this is a really pretty song especially if you can relate to it. I think the song is very vulnerable in a way that’s empowering. #girlpower! She’s basically like yeah, I don’t have it all figured out but that doesn’t mean i’m not working on it. Me too, Liza. Me too. I think it’s extremely liberating to even have a real conversation with yourself. Recognizing the beauty of not knowing what’s ahead but knowing that you're worth more than what you've been through is a helluva moment. “Being played like a chess piece” is not something to be proud of but it happens to the best of us. Learning from life and applying it to yourself is key in the “self discovery journey”. It’s okay to not be okay sometimes but what matters is the way you bounce back. And in this case, take your vitamins. (get it?)

Ladies, if you’re in your feels, do yourself a favor and cope--with this song. Thank you Liza Jane for yet another super cool song! Check her out! #Supportthelocal! And it’s the song’s first day out so be nice, be kind and be obedient. Do what it is that I ask of you :)

“VITAMINS” By Liza Jane out neeow on soundcloud!

And that’s that on that. 

/Imani for CW

Genesis Renji - Back Back

Genesis Renji is no stranger to the music industry nor the Milwaukee music scene. “Genesis Renji is an Emmy nominated hip-hop artist based out of Milwaukee, WI. Born in Bethesda, MD, Renji started rapping at 12 years old after his cousin Pierre introduced him to rap music.” He’s more than just music but today, we’ll just focus on that. 

“In the middle of a pandemic and being quarantined indoors, a lot has changed for the world, but not so much for Genesis Renji. Being the studio rat he is already, this seems like another day for Gen and he shows it within his new stream of releases.”

What to add to your playlist this week: Back Back by Genesis Renji 

—and it’s CW Approved! 

“Every Monday, Gen is set to release new music (the first release was “Suffocate” produced by 46Brock). This new offering comes in collaboration with Milwaukee producer Jxst Jxne. Back Back is the deja’vu experience in love. An infectious ode to the attraction of another person.”

This track is very subtle and catchy. It doesn’t have a lot of energy meaning it’s a very smooth and chill song. It’s super catchy for one and definitely makes me feel like I need to listen to this if I’m trying to get lit but in the chillest way possible. It honestly is a short and sweet song so you definitely have time to check it out. 

With that being said, you know what comes next. This is the part where you do your job… and what could that possibly be? Let me help you out---stream the damn song, duh!

Also, check him out on the socials too!

Instagram: @genesisrenji

Website: https://www.genesisrenji.com

/Imani for CW 

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Throw Back Tuesday! #H.E.L.P. (Happy Election Lit Playlist)

About four years ago we dropped this playlist to set the vibe for election day. Even though today we should be voting for the primaries, we thought it would be fitting to bring this one back into rotation. So take it for a spin as you get your social distancing on.

We are not political. We are social. Drop a comment and let us know your still good CW fam!

/CW

It's about that time to decide who will run The United States of America for the next four years. We hate to see our President go, this playlist was designed by Copywrite Magazine to help you overcome those voting season blues.



Young Deuces - Fly Me ft. Serita Campbell (Video Submission)

‘Fly Me’ is a cry for clarity. Young Deuces calls about society in every line of the song. He talks about racism, colorism, stereotypes, lack of resources and so much more. It’s a very heavy loaded song. It's a song with a message we all know but most don’t want to admit--especially in a city like Milwaukee where racism thrives and lives freely.

Here’s some more insight, “With his continued fight to use his words as a message, Young Deuces Releases his first official music video from his latest album, Son of  Soldier.  One of the stand out tracks from the album, Fly Me, featuring the amazing soulful songstress Serita Campbell gets the Famous Motion Film Treatment for the video.  The visuals are a powerful reflection of where we came from and where we are headed and depending on how you view it, you may just want to Fly Away from it all.”

When I listen to music, I tend to compare underground artists to mainstream artists to give some type of lead way into what you’d be remotely listening to but in this case, I can’t. Young Deuces is very unique in that way. I can say, he sounds slightly similar to J. Cole’s flow on the Friday Night Lights mixtape but that’s about it. 

Check him out, listen to him yourself and let us know what you think. WATCH THE VIDEO, it’s that easy.  Y’all in quarantine anyways, y’all ain’t doing much. Stop playing in people's faces and listen to some new music!

Find him on the socials:

Insta/Twit: @young_deuces / @seritacampbell3g

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/YoungDeucesofSNYD 

/Imani for CW

Young Deuces - Fly Me (feat. Serita Campbell) (Official Music Video) From the Album "Son of A Soldier" available everywhere. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com...