Here at RDIT we’re dedicated to bringing you the best roller derby news, analysis and opinions. We’re also motivated to make it visually interesting and all inclusive, but due to staffing limitations (like our lack of health benefits or even pay for that matter) we don’t have a roaming photographer or correspondents in every league- or state- or even region. What we do have is a crew of talented and energetic derby connoisseurs who would love to help you get your media and story out.
Have Photos and Videos?
My photos always come from Masonite Burn and Skippy Steve 'cause they said I could. I'd be happy to use yours too!
We love to feature photos in our articles. It makes them visually interesting- something to draw the eye after you’ve put up with a page of my mashed together nonsensical text. We especially like photos of the teams and skaters we discuss- which will be everybody as time goes on- so it’s important for us to have photos on hand. Do you have a derby gallery we can pull from? We’d love to take a look!
Contact Us and point us to your gallery! We try not to publish pictures without express consent of the photographer so giving us the thumbs-up ahead of time means it’s likely we’ll browse your gallery when working on a story. Photographers are credited and backlinked when their images are used. Galleries with sets, descriptions, tags, and search functions are most appreciated! Sorry, we don’t pay for photos- we’re already at a net loss on everything we do.
Same goes for videos and other assorted media- submit it any time!
What about Me and My Team?
I write about the Rose City Rollers and Portland Men's Roller Derby because I skate with them. You'll have to send me your stories (or invite me to come skate with you).
I know that the most important person in my derby world is me, but I can’t always do stories about myself or my team or my league (at least not on this site). RDIT reports on all roller derby, but it’s always easiest to follow the big names and newsmakers.
Stop these terrible trends! Turn the spotlight on you for a change! Have a story for us? Want to get your name/event/league/team/movement/rebellion out there? Drop us a line. In the near future (once this crazy tournament season is over) we’ll be looking for interviewees and maybe skaters with opinions and insights beyond our own.
I have Stuff to Say Too!
Good for you! In the near future we’ll offer up more opportunities for guest writers. If you’d like to contribute to RDIT be sure to say so and we’ll keep you in mind.
Warning: You may get an e-mail or phone call from this guy.
What am I getting myself into?
While we appreciate people blindly tossing material at us, we think you should know what you’re getting yourself into, who we are, and what we intend to do on this website. Check out the RDIT manifesto and contact us if it doesn’t answer all your questions.
Note: If you’d like to offer your media or express your interest in the comments, please leave an e-mail address or some method of contact!