Your Business. Their Lens. Our Audience.
Show Up Where It Matters—In the Heart of the Lake Sinclair Community with Our UGC-Driven Ad Packages
Lake Sinclair Life connects your business with the people who matter most—locals, weekenders, day-trippers, and those dreaming of a move to our laid-back lakeside town. Whether they’re exploring Marinas, browsing shops in downtown Milledgeville, or cruising into Lake Sinclair’s coves, our audience is tuned in and ready to discover.
We’ve introduced a first-of-its-kind, locals-powered marketing program built especially for high-visibility businesses like restaurants, boutiques, events, experiences, and attractions. You provide a simple gift card or voucher, and our curated local “Insiders” deliver authentic, scroll-stopping content that highlights your brand in action.
Here’s How It Works:
We film and photograph real experiences at your business
We share the content with our audience to drive awareness and visits
We extend reach beyond our own following by sharing with the Insider’s friends
Depending on the package, you receive content assets to use on your own social channels
Why This Approach Works:
Content feels authentic, not promotional
UGC performs better than traditional ads on social platforms
Your business benefits from both our audience and reusable content
Builds long-term brand trust, not just short-term impressions
Local Amplify
$300/month 12-month Agreement
UGC + Print + Digital:
6 creator sessions per year (1+ hours at your location)
15 high-quality photos + 3 short-form videos per session
12 months of usage rights (post them anywhere you want for 12 months)
Files delivered within 5 business days
Print & Digital:
1-page templated book placement
SEO-optimized directory listing
Event calendar listings (unlimited)
Exposure:
1 newsletter mention per quarter
1 social share per month (rotational on LOL channels)
Local Spotlight
$300/month - UGC Only
1 creator session (1+ hours at your location)
15 high-quality photos + 3 short-form videos (Reels/TikTok-ready)
1 month of usage rights (post them anywhere you want)Files delivered within 5 business days
Who this is for: Businesses testing content creation launching something n
Choose The Package Works For Your Business and Your Budget
Local Take‑Over
$500 / month - 12-month Agreement
12 creator sessions (1+ hours at your location)
Access to all finished photo/video assets
Can use content on their own channels
Files delivered within 3 business days
Print & Digital:
2-page book placement (custom background color)
Premium directory listing with video/slideshow capability
Homepage carousel rotation
Exposure:
Rotating newsletter sponsor
2 social shares per week (LOL channels)
Prefer to keep it simple?
If participating in our UGC program isn’t the right fit for your business, no problem. We still offer our original advertising options—including print placement in The Local’s Guide, SEO-optimized business pages, and targeted newsletter mentions—designed to keep you visible and connected to the Lake Sinclair community.
The Essentials
Digital: Boost your visibility with an SEO-enhanced webpage on LakeSinclairLife.com, events featured over calendar, social shares. OR
PRINT: One page spread in The Local’s Guide
6 Months
12 Months
$200
$250
Annual
$2160
Premier Presence
Includes all features from the 12-month Digital Essentials Package plus a one-page print feature in The Local’s Guide—giving your business both digital reach and lasting print visibility.
Monthly
$300
Annual
$3240
Total Impact
All the perks of the Premier Presence Package—plus a second custom-colored page in The Local’s Guide, a slideshow or video on your brand’s webpage, footer feature, newsletter sponsor spotlight, full photo folder access, and an individual social media highlight.
Monthly
Annual
$500
$5400
Don’t Just Take Our Word For It…
“I just wanted to say “THANK YOU” for all the information in the Local’s Guide. It is fantastic, thorough, and extremely helpful. We have family visiting from California in August and your list of things to do has made it so easy for me. They will definitely get a taste of true Lake Country Life!
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“Since my son will be a frequent visitor with his wife and dogs I was excited to see your listing of dog-friendly restaurants. I look forward to receiving your posts via email and also on Instagram.
Thanks for the great resource”
Interested?
Frequently Asked Questions
WHICH PACKAGE IS RIGHT FOR ME?
Choosing the right advertising package depends on your specific needs, goals, and budget. While our digital and print combination package is our most popular choice, it may not be the perfect fit for everyone.
We recommend evaluating your business objectives, target audience, and available resources to determine which package suits you best. Additionally, you have the flexibility to enhance your chosen package by adding our optional add-ons, allowing you to tailor the advertising strategy to your unique requirements.
Ultimately, the decision is yours, and our team is here to assist you in selecting the ideal advertising package that aligns with your business and budgetary considerations.
The Gold and Silver Packages are a great option if you are looking to promote an annual event, a class, summer camp, or upcoming sale! These packages start at just a one-month commitment.
HOW DO I KNOW IF ADVERTISING WITH LAKE OCONEE LIFE IS RIGHT FOR MY BUSINESS?
If you have been overwhelmed trying to figure out how to market your business or event, then you are going to love our advertising packages.
We take the guess work out of marketing your business. We get it, you need it all! You need SEO, a social presence and a beautiful print display customers can hold in their hands.
But you don’t have to take it from us. We are proud to say that over 70% of our 2022 advertisers renewed their partnerships with us.
WHEN CAN I SIGN-UP FOR THE LOCAL’S GUIDE BOOK?
Our Local's Guide Book is an annual publication released every January. Sign-up for the 2024 edition NO LATER THAN September 30, 2023
IS THERE A DISCOUNT FOR PAYING IN ADVANCE?
Yes, we do offer a 10% discount if your invoice is paid in full by the due date. You may pay in advance on any of the 12 month partner packages.
WHEN WILL MY BUSINESS BE ON THE WEBSITE, SHOWCASED ON SOCIAL MEDIA AND BE IN THE BOOK?
There is a process to onboarding with Lake Sinclair Life. After signing up, you will receive an email from us requesting the necessary information to get started writing your “story”.
Next, you will receive a call from one of our photographers to schedule a mini photoshoot. Once we receive the requested information, our content writer will put your story together, we allow up to 2 edits. This process takes around 30 days. Once we have the photos and your “story”, you will be added to the website and start seeing social media posts about your business.
We have already to started designing the 2024 Lake Sinclair Life: The Local’s Guide Book, the book will go to print the end of November and will be available for distribution no later than January 2024.
