At Featured, we’re always looking for ways to connect content creators with vetted experts faster, easier, and more efficiently. That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce Quote Requests—an enhanced feature designed to get you expert quotes for your stories in 30 minutes or less.
Whether you’re a journalist verifying claims, a freelance writer meeting editorial deadlines, or an in-house marketer sourcing insights from customers, Quote Requests is built for you.
Sourcing Experts is an Infinite Problem
Content creators know the struggle of finding unique, authoritative quotes from vetted experts on a tight deadline. Traditional methods can take hours or even days, delaying your ability to meet your goals. This bottleneck is especially frustrating when working against the clock to verify claims or enrich your content with credible insights.
The Solution: Quote Requests on Featured
With Quote Requests, Featured simplifies and accelerates the process of sourcing expert insights. Here’s how it works:
- Ask a Question: Submit your query on Featured, specifying your deadline.
- Expert Outreach: Featured’s AI matching and recruitment engine identifies the most qualified experts and invites them to respond.
- Receive Quotes: Get high-quality quotes delivered directly to your inbox by or before the deadline.
- Select Your Quotes: Choose the quotes you’d like to use in real time, ensuring your story is both accurate and compelling.
This streamlined process makes it easier than ever to source diverse insights from our pool of over 50,000 experts. And the best part? You can do it all for free or boost your outreach with premium features.
Why Choose Quote Requests?
For Journalists:
- Access a diverse pool of experts spanning industries and specialties.
- Leverage AI to match your query with the best-suited contributors.
- Meet tight deadlines with quotes delivered via email in 30 minutes or less.
For Freelance Writers:
- Fulfill editorial requirements with verified expert insights.
- Save time sourcing quotes so you can focus on crafting compelling narratives.
For In-House Marketers:
- Highlight the perspectives of prospective or current customers.
- Build content faster with real-time quote selections.
Free and Promoted Quote Requests
Quote Requests are entirely free for content creators. Free requests include:
- AI-matched expert outreach.
- DIY or AI quote selection.
- Standard posting on Featured.com.
For those working on tight deadlines or seeking broader outreach, Promoted Quote Requests offer boosted expert engagement. With a small investment of ~$5—via Credits or subscription—you can:
- Ensure high-quality insights by reaching more vetted experts.
- Meet pressing deadlines with enhanced response rates.
How to Get Started with Quote Requests
Using Quote Requests is easy:
- Log into Featured and navigate to the Quote Requests section.
- Submit your question, specify a deadline, and choose between free or promoted outreach.
- Receive quotes when Featured’s AI connects you with the right experts.
Before you know it, your inbox will be filled with insightful quotes ready to elevate your content.
For Experts: Faster Features
For experts, Quote Requests represent a unique opportunity to gain exposure and establish authority. By responding to real-time queries, you’re more likely to be featured in high-visibility stories—and faster than ever before. Inviting journalists into Featured allows them to select your quotes in real time, creating a seamless collaboration.
Ready to Try Quote Requests?
Quote Requests are how content creators source expert insights. With fast, reliable, and diverse contributions, you’ll never miss a deadline again.
Sign up for Featured.com today and start transforming your stories with Quote Requests. Got questions or feedback? We’d love to hear from you. Let’s make your content creation process faster, smarter, and more impactful than ever.