Support contestants, follow the leaderboard, and help decide the next Elyra cover feature. Every dollar is one vote.
The Elyra Cover Star competition is more than a title. It is an opportunity to build visibility, strengthen your personal brand, and gain recognition through a curated editorial platform that values presence over noise.
Gain public exposure through Elyra's platform and audience. Your presence becomes part of a curated editorial experience designed to highlight identity, style, and individuality.
Use the competition to build your personal brand, grow your audience, and increase engagement across your social platforms.
A cover feature or participation can be used in portfolios, media kits, and future opportunities. It becomes a visual and professional asset.
The voting process allows you to activate your supporters, create buzz, and build momentum around your name and brand.
Every vote does more than move the leaderboard. When you support a contestant, ELYRA rewards you back — automatically, using the email from your checkout receipt. No extra steps.
Each dollar you cast is one automatic entry into the Issue Voter Drawing. One supporter per issue wins a complimentary digital copy of the new ELYRA issue and a public thank-you on our channels.
Cast 10+ votes in a single checkout and your name is printed on the Patrons page inside the issue your contestant is competing for. Your support becomes part of the magazine itself.
Cast 50 votes and you receive everything above, plus entry into the Patron Feature Drawing — one patron per issue is interviewed and has their story published inside ELYRA.
Brands and businesses can present an entire competition — logo on this page, a full-page placement in the issue, and a mention in every contest share. See sponsorship & advertising.
Submit your application to be considered for current and upcoming competitions. Selected entrants may be included in editorial features, public voting, and promotional campaign visibility across the Elyra platform.