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Bylines & Op-eds

We summarise the requirements and suggestions when submitting bylines to TechDay.

Can I send a byline to TechDay?

Bylines need to be arranged with our team before submission. Approach us on hello@techday.com first.

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Bylines are also be known as op-eds, guest columns or thought leadership columns.
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They should be arranged with our team before preparing / writing.

How do I submit a byline?

After we have agreed on a byline, ensure you follow our guidelines below.

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Bylines should only ever be sent to shadda@techday.com
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They should be sent as a Word document attachment with a headshot of the author/s.

What are the guidelines for the actual writing?

Bylines need to be written in a formal and authoritative tone by a named expert.

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It must be a byline/thought leadership/opinion piece, not a press release
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The ideal length of a byline is 800-1000 words.
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Do not excessively mention your company name or product names.
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A full author name, job title and company are needed. A human name has power over just a company name.
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An exclusive article submitted to TechDay will perform better than a non-exclusive column. As a result, we prefer and recommend exclusivity but don't require it.

What are the image specifications for a byline headshot?

Bylines should always be accompanied with a headshot of the author.

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Headshots should be at least 1,200 pixels wide by 677 pixels high.
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These are the minimum sizes, larger is fine.
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Do not stretch the headshot to fit our size requirements.
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Attaching images is preferred over links or online storage tools.