About Silicon Hills News

Silicon Hills News is one of the leading technology news publications in the Austin and San Antonio region, reporting on entrepreneurs, startups, technology companies, and the innovation economy of Central Texas.

Our Reach

  • 35,000+ Monthly Unique Visitors
  • 40,000+ Social Media Followers
  • 10,000+ Email Subscribers
  • Tech-savvy, influential audience in Central Texas
  • Decision-makers at startups, VCs, and tech companies

ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES

Display Advertising

Sidebar Advertisements

  • Premium Sidebar: $500/month
  • Standard Sidebar: $300/month
  • Rotating Sidebar (3 advertisers): $200/month per advertiser
  • Specs: 300×250 or 300×600 pixels
  • Minimum 1-month commitment

Homepage Banner Ads

  • Hero Banner (above the fold): $1,200/month
  • Mid-page Banner: $800/month
  • Footer Banner: $400/month
  • Specs: 728×90 or 970×250 pixels

Annual Website Sponsorship

  • Exclusive Homepage Placement: $10,000/year (save 30%)
  • Logo in Email Header: Included
  • Mention in Quarterly Print Magazine: Included
  • 4 Sponsored Posts: Included

CONTENT MARKETING & SPONSORED CONTENT

Sponsored Articles

  • Standard Sponsored Post: $750
    • 600-800 words
    • Published on website
    • Shared across social media (40K+ followers)
    • Included in email newsletter
    • Labeled as “Sponsored Content”
    • Remains live indefinitely
  • Premium Sponsored Post: $1,200
    • 1,000-1,500 words with images/graphics
    • Featured homepage placement for 48 hours
    • Enhanced social media promotion
    • Inclusion in newsletter spotlight section
    • Video/podcast mention (if applicable)
  • Sponsored Content Series (3 posts): $2,000 (save $250)

Thought Leadership Features

  • Executive Interview Feature: $1,500
    • In-depth interview with your CEO/executive
    • Professional editing and AP-style writing
    • Photo inclusion
    • Social media amplification
    • Newsletter feature
  • Company Spotlight: $1,000
    • Deep-dive company profile
    • Founder interviews
    • Product/service highlights
    • Includes photography (Austin area only)

EMAIL NEWSLETTER SPONSORSHIP

Weekly Newsletter Sponsorship

  • Primary Sponsor (top placement): $800/week
  • Secondary Sponsor: $500/week
  • Reach: 10,000+ engaged tech professionals
  • Includes: Logo, 100-word description, CTA link
  • Average open rate: 28-35%

Monthly Newsletter Package: $2,800 (4 weeks, save $400)

Quarterly Newsletter Package: $7,500 (12 weeks, save $2,100)

PODCAST & VIDEO SPONSORSHIP

Podcast Sponsorships

  • Pre-roll Sponsor (15 seconds): $300/episode
  • Mid-roll Sponsor (30 seconds): $500/episode
  • Exclusive Episode Sponsor: $1,000/episode
    • Pre-roll, mid-roll, and post-roll mentions
    • Show notes link and description
    • Social media promotion
    • Embedded in archived episodes

Podcast Season Sponsorship (10 episodes): $8,000 (save $2,000)

Video Content Sponsorship

  • Video Feature Integration: $750-$1,500
  • Branded Video Content: Custom pricing (starting at $2,500)

EVENT SPONSORSHIP

Austin Tech Week Coverage

  • Platinum Event Sponsor: $3,000
    • Logo on all event coverage
    • Dedicated sponsor post
    • Social media mentions
    • Newsletter feature
  • Gold Event Sponsor: $1,500
    • Logo on event coverage
    • Social media mentions

Female Founders Event Series

  • Title Sponsor: $5,000/year
  • Event Sponsor: $1,000/event

Custom Event Coverage: Starting at $750

RECURRING REVENUE OPPORTUNITIES

1. AFFILIATE PARTNERSHIPS

We’ve partnered with leading tech service providers to offer our audience valuable resources while generating recurring revenue. Interested in becoming an affiliate partner?

Current Affiliate Categories:

  • Web Hosting & Development Tools: Kinsta, WP Engine, Elementor
  • Business Software: FreshBooks, Microsoft 365, Namecheap
  • Marketing Tools: SEMrush, Mailchimp, HubSpot
  • Tech Products: Amazon Associates (tech category)
  • Education: Coursera, Udemy, edX

Become an Affiliate Partner: Contact us to discuss custom affiliate arrangements for products/services relevant to Austin’s tech community.

2. TECH JOB BOARD

Launch your next hire with Silicon Hills News Job Board – the premier destination for Austin and San Antonio tech talent.

For Employers:

Standard Job Posting

  • 30-Day Listing: $299
  • 60-Day Listing: $499
  • 90-Day Listing: $699

Featured Job Posting

  • 30-Day Featured: $499 (bold listing, priority placement, highlighted)
  • 60-Day Featured: $799
  • 90-Day Featured: $999

Premium Packages:

  • Startup Package (3 listings/month): $799/month
  • Growth Package (5 listings/month): $1,199/month
  • Enterprise Package (10 listings/month): $1,999/month
  • All packages include featured placement

Annual Unlimited Posting: $15,000/year (best value for active hirers)

Add-Ons:

  • Resume Database Access: $500/month
  • Promoted Social Media Post: $150 per job
  • Newsletter Feature: $300 per job
  • Company Profile Page: $1,000/year (includes logo, description, culture content)

Additional Employer Services:

  • Employer Branding Article: $1,500 (showcase your company culture)
  • Video Company Tour: $2,500 (produced and promoted)
  • Hiring Manager Interview Feature: $800

3. DIRECTORY LISTINGS

Austin Tech Company Directory – Get discovered by investors, customers, and talent.

Free Basic Listing: Company name, description, contact info

Premium Directory Listing: $99/month or $999/year

  • Featured placement
  • Logo and images
  • Extended description
  • Social media links
  • Video embed
  • Job posting integration
  • Analytics dashboard

Platinum Directory Listing: $199/month or $1,999/year

  • Everything in Premium
  • Dedicated company profile page
  • SEO optimization
  • Monthly spotlight in newsletter
  • Quarterly feature article

4. RESOURCE CENTER SPONSORSHIPS

The Silicon Hills Startup Resource Center – A curated collection of tools, guides, and resources for Austin entrepreneurs.

Category Sponsorship: $500/month

  • Exclusive sponsor of a resource category (funding, legal, marketing, etc.)
  • Logo placement
  • Sponsored resource listings
  • Monthly email feature

Guide/Toolkit Sponsorship: $1,000 per guide

  • Sponsor our downloadable guides (Funding Guide, Female Founders Resource List, etc.)
  • Logo on PDF
  • Mention in distribution
  • Landing page placement

5. PREMIUM CONTENT & MEMBERSHIPS

Silicon Hills Insider Membership (Coming Q1 2026)

  • Monthly deep-dive reports on Austin tech trends
  • Exclusive founder interviews
  • Early access to event tickets
  • Private networking events
  • Member-only newsletter

Founding Sponsor Opportunity: $10,000/year (limited to 5 sponsors)

6. WEBINAR & WORKSHOP SPONSORSHIP

Educational Series Sponsorship

  • Webinar Title Sponsor: $2,000
    • Branded webinar
    • 5-minute sponsor segment
    • Logo throughout presentation
    • Attendee list sharing (opt-in)
    • Recording promotion
  • Workshop Co-Sponsor: $1,000
    • Logo inclusion
    • 2-minute intro
    • Attendee list access

Annual Education Sponsor: $15,000 (12 webinars, exclusive category)

MEDIA CONSULTING SERVICES

Let our experienced editorial team help tell your story.

Services Include:

  • Press Release Writing & Distribution: $500
  • Media Training: $1,500 per session
  • Content Strategy Consulting: $200/hour
  • Executive Ghostwriting: Starting at $2,000
  • Social Media Strategy: Custom pricing
  • Crisis Communications Support: Custom pricing

Retainer Packages Available: Contact for pricing

CUSTOM SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES

Have something else in mind? We create custom sponsorship packages tailored to your goals and budget.

Popular Custom Packages:

  • Startup Launch Campaigns
  • Series A/B/C Announcement Coverage
  • Product Launch Bundles
  • Annual Brand Partnership Programs
  • Integrated Marketing Campaigns
  • Research Report Co-Creation

WHY ADVERTISE WITH SILICON HILLS NEWS?

✅ Targeted Audience: Reach 35,000+ monthly decision-makers in Austin’s tech ecosystem ✅ Credible Voice: Trusted editorial coverage since [founding year] ✅ Multi-Channel Reach: Web, email, social, print, podcast, and events ✅ ROI-Focused: Track performance with analytics and detailed reporting ✅ Local Expertise: Deep connections in Austin and San Antonio tech communities ✅ Flexible Options: One-time campaigns to annual partnerships

AUDIENCE DEMOGRAPHICS

Job Functions:

  • Founders & CEOs: 28%
  • VCs & Investors: 15%
  • Marketing & Sales: 22%
  • Engineering & Product: 20%
  • Other Tech Professionals: 15%

Industries:

  • SaaS & Enterprise Software: 35%
  • Consumer Tech & E-commerce: 18%
  • FinTech: 12%
  • HealthTech & Life Sciences: 10%
  • AI & Machine Learning: 15%
  • Other: 10%

Company Stage:

  • Pre-seed/Seed: 30%
  • Series A-C: 35%
  • Growth Stage: 20%
  • Enterprise: 15%

PAYMENT & TERMS

  • Payment: Net 30 for established clients; 50% deposit for new clients
  • Cancellation Policy: 30-day notice required for monthly commitments
  • Ad Specs: Provided upon booking
  • Content Review: All sponsored content subject to editorial review for quality and relevance
  • Discounts: Volume discounts available for annual commitments

TESTIMONIALS

“Silicon Hills News helped us reach the exact audience we needed for our Series A announcement. The sponsored content performed better than our own channels.” — Tech Startup CEO, Austin

“Our job postings on Silicon Hills News consistently deliver qualified candidates. It’s our go-to platform for Austin tech hiring.” — VP of Engineering, San Antonio

GET STARTED TODAY

Ready to reach Austin’s tech community? Let’s create a custom package for your needs.

Contact:

Laura Lorek Editor, Silicon Hills News

📧 Email: laura@siliconhillsnews-com 🌐 Website: www.siliconhillsnews.com

QUICK BOOKING

Most Popular Packages:

  1. Startup Launch Package – $2,500
    • 1 Sponsored Article
    • 2 Weeks Homepage Banner
    • 2 Newsletter Mentions
    • Social Media Promotion
  2. Quarterly Visibility Package – $5,000
    • 3 Sponsored Articles
    • 1 Month Sidebar Ad
    • 4 Newsletter Sponsor Spots
  3. Annual Brand Partner – $25,000
    • 12 Sponsored Articles
    • Year-round Homepage Presence
    • Weekly Newsletter Sponsorship
    • Event Sponsorship Opportunities
    • Quarterly Executive Features

Silicon Hills News • Covering Austin & San Antonio Tech Since 2011

All advertising and sponsorship opportunities subject to editorial guidelines and content relevance standards.