A feature in Chicago Journal puts your name in front of Chicagoland professionals and Midwest business readers. It gives you a credible, searchable source that clients, investors and journalists can find when they look you up, and a link you can share for years.
What Chicago Journal covers: Chicago business, culture and the people behind the Midwest's companies. This guide explains how to get featured there, which story angles work, and how to prepare.
Why a feature in Chicago Journal matters
Most people decide whether to trust you before they ever speak to you. A third-party article from a recognized publication answers the question "who is this person?" better than anything you could say about yourself. Chicago Journal reaches readers in and around Chicago & the Midwest, and its articles are indexed by search engines, so the story keeps working long after publication day.
You arrive as a name. The press is where the world first learns to see you.
Who Chicago Journal is right for
Chicago Journal is a strong fit for Chicago founders, attorneys, physicians, restaurateurs and real estate professionals. If your story fits the publication's beat and you have something real to say, there is a place for you on its pages.
Story angles Chicago Journal publishes
Editors don't publish résumés; they publish stories. These are the kinds of headlines that work for Chicago Journal:
- The Chicago attorney redefining client service
- A West Loop restaurateur on building a neighborhood institution
- How a Midwest manufacturer went direct-to-consumer
What Chicago Journal editors look for
City desks favor people rooted in the place they cover. Name your neighborhood, your local clients and the impact you have on the market, and the story writes itself.
Prepare these before we start
- Where you're based and how long you've been there
- Local impact: jobs, clients, partnerships, community work
- Photos taken in the city, not just stock headshots
- A local milestone or opening that gives the story a reason to run now
How we get you featured in Chicago Journal
- Consultation. A short call to understand your goals and confirm that Chicago Journal reaches the audience you want.
- Story discovery. We interview you to find the angle: the milestone, the turning point, the opinion only you can give.
- Writing. Our writers prepare a polished, newsroom-style draft in Chicago Journal's house style.
- Your approval. You review everything we write. Nothing goes out without your sign-off.
- Publication and amplification. Once the article is live, we send you the link, add it to your press page and use it to strengthen your search results.
Typical timeline: one to three weeks from draft approval to publication.
Make it part of a larger ascent
One article opens the door. Several, across business, regional and niche titles, build authority. Clients often pair Chicago Journal with publications such as Portland News, San Francisco Post, Texas Today, then move on to tier-one media, list nominations and a Times Square display.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get an article written about me in Chicago Journal?
Email inquiries@authoritymediagroup.co with a few lines about who you are. We confirm that Chicago Journal is the right fit, interview you, write the article, and handle submission and publication once you approve the draft.
How long does it take to get published in Chicago Journal?
Typically one to three weeks from the moment you approve the final draft. Time-sensitive news can sometimes move faster.
Do I get to review the article before it goes live?
Yes. Nothing is submitted until you have read and approved the final draft.
Will my Chicago Journal article show up on Google?
Articles on established news domains such as Chicago Journal are normally indexed by Google and often rank when people search your name. We also link the article from your press page and profiles to help it surface.
Can I be featured in Chicago Journal and other publications at the same time?
Yes. Most clients combine Chicago Journal with two or more Registry titles so their name appears across several respected sources. See our degrees on the services page.
How much does a feature in Chicago Journal cost?
Pricing depends on the publication, the format and whether it is part of a larger campaign. Write to inquiries@authoritymediagroup.co for a private quote.
Get your article in Chicago Journal
Send a few lines about who you are and what you've built. A strategist replies within one business day.