Submissions

OUR MISSION: Myssfit Magazine gives you the opportunity to contribute your work in an alternative publication. We do not judge based upon gender, race, religion, sexual orientation etc. We accept submissions from everyone 18+ around the globe! The only requirement is creativity!
When submitting please follow the guidelines outlined on this page. Upon reviewing submissions, Myssfit Magazine reserves the rights to Accept or Deny any submission we receive without reason. Submissions are reviewed based on its content, quality, relevance and the availability of space in the issue its being submitted to be published.
Myssfit Magazine DOES NOT provide free print copies, as presently the publication is printed exclusively through magcloud, Magcloud prints-by-purchase. We don’t pay for submissions, all photo shoot expenses for a submission to the magazine is covered by the team conducting the project.
GUIDELINES
Please review the below guidelines prior to submitting.
Please DO NOT email us submissions.
Stop Cyberbullying Reminder:
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If we hear from the creative community that someone is bullying others - we reserve the right to deny that submission with no questions asked. We do not promote hate, or those that promote hate and intolerance. Please be kind to one another.
MYSSFIT SUBMISSION BASICS
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We are looking for completed sets that match the theme of the submission.
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DO NOT EMAIL SETS. Emailed submissions will immediately be disqualified. Submit using form below.
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DO NOT SUBMIT SCREENSHOTS OR CELL PHONE IMAGES.
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Open to 18+ all genders, races, shapes, sizes, colors, LGBQT+ friendly.
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Photographer's are required to sign a release form.
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We do not pay for submissions at this time, however cover features receive a free copy of their issue they were published in.
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Yes, we respect your decision to share your images at any time. However, we prefer if you wait until after the issue is released to drive audience to view the issue.
MYSSFIT IMAGE STANDARDS
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Please submit a minimum of 2 images. You may submit 5+ by providing us with a Google Drive or Dropbox link within the submission form
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Images must be at least 8.5" x 11" (horizontal or vertical) at 300 DPI in JPG formats.
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Please do not stretch images to meet the dimensions. This will ruin the quality of your submission.
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Please rename your file to the model or photographer name.
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Remove watermarks, copyright notices, or other forms of text. Rest assured, ALL contributors WILL be credited within the completed issues.
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In group images of 1+ models, please be sure to indicate all names and credits upon submission.
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Implied nudity is okay, however they must be suitable for delivery to all communities and countries.
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Props including weaponry, alcohol, and cigarettes are discouraged, however if you feel that it works with the theme, blur/remove brands from the image. However, we cannot guarantee it will be selected.
COVERS:
We do not make promises, or guarantees for cover selection. We do not and will not accept payment to be on the cover. The cover image is collectively decided upon after reviewing ALL submissions for the month after the closing date.
How can I increase my chances of being selected for a cover?
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We look for covers that are in the above mentioned formatting and that best match the theme.
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We only accept portrait images for the cover, so be sure to provide a variety upon submission.
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We prefer images with a decent amount of negative space to allow for text. It's our rule of thumb to avoid covering the artwork in the image and like to keep it simple.
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We like receiving 5 different images of the same set. But you may submit more if you can provide us with a Google Drive or Dropbox link.
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Think outside of the box!
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You can review past covers by clicking the 'issues' link in our menu bar.
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Yes, we accept group images for covers.
MYSSFIT CREDIT STANDARDS
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Credit all contributors who participated in the shoot. This information is essential for publication.
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Credits will be published exactly as submitted. We copy and paste credits. Any errors are not our responsibility.
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Please use proper-case and double-check to make sure all credit information is accurate BEFORE you click submit.
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Please include the photographers' name/business, models' name, hair and makeup artist, stylist (if applicable). This information is essential for publication.
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Model's please provide photographer's correct email email address. Please do not use yours as we will be unable to publish without photographer's consent.
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We require a photographer release prior to publishing. See below.
PHOTOGRAPHER RELEASE:
Once an image is accepted to be published, an email will be sent to the creative team for the Photographer to complete a release form. This grants us the permission to use the Photographer's work in any of our publications, websites, videos, marketing pieces, advertisements, and any other mediums or formats used in the creation, dissemination, and monetization of Myssfit Magazine. If we see your images are fit for further promotion, you will be notified by email. Submit here.
DEADLINE:
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All submission deadlines are posted at the top of this page, within our theme calendar and on Facebook and Instagram. The submission forms are set to close at 9 PM EST on the days of our posted deadlines. Please take that into consideration if you know your finished sets will be cutting it close to the deadline. We recommend to begin the submission process at 8:30 PM EST in case of any errors.
IF ACCEPTED:
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Those accepted will receive an email 1-2 days following our deadline date.
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Photographers are REQUIRED to sign a release. We will not publish without their approval. See above for direct links for those forms.
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Please check the feature list for credits and ensure all information is accurate.
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If you saw your name on the accepted list on our Facebook announcement, but did not receive an email, that means the email provided was invalid. Please email us ASAP at myssfitmagazinellc@gmail.com for details.
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Please do not inquire what or how many images were accepted. As mentioned above, we like leaving that as a surprise.
IF REJECTED:
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There is little or no space left for the issue submitted for. (1/1/2022: We are now enforcing a submission cap to streamline costs on Magcloud.)
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The model was under the age of 18.
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Work was submitted after the deadline.
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Submission was emailed.
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The image appears to be "warped", or stretched.
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The quality of the images aren’t to our standard. (i.e. blurry, cropped, incorrect dimensions, bad resolution, warped image of subject(s))
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The submission did not fit the theme for the issue. We only have the form open for one theme at a time to prevent any overlap.
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The submission contained cellphone edited "selfies" or screen shots. It's not that we don't want to publish you, but we can't print these images to meet your expectations. They will appear pixelated, warped, and in poor color.
***Although your rejection could be due to any of the above stated reasons, we unfortunately are unable to provide critiques due to time constraints. We highly recommend joining our Facebook Group for friendly critiques from our amazing community of creatives. ***
Where can I purchase a copy?:
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Digital copies are free on our website for those featured. They are free to the public on Magcloud.
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Full sized issues (8'x10') will be available via Magcloud.
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The purchase link will be posted on our Facebook page on the day of release, linked on our website , and sent via email.
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We recommend creating a Magcloud account and following us for updates.
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If you have issues with your Magcloud order, you must contact Magcloud Customer Service. We unfortunately do not have access to order or customer information.