To place an Applause ad, visit http://applause.bakersfield.com/ to get started. You can also email applause@bakersfield.com or call (661) 395-7500. Applause publishes every Friday in The Bakersfield Californian. Deadline for reservation, payment and copy is Wednesday at 11 a.m. prior to publication date.
To place a classified ad, visit http://advertise.bakersfield.com/classified/ to get started. You can also contact a Classified Advisor to assist you by calling (661) 322-SELL (322-7355) or emailing classified@bakersfield.com. Ad request and payment is due by 3:30 p.m. Monday - Friday to ensure the ad will start the following day.
To place an employment ad, visit http://advertise.bakersfield.com/recruitment/ to get started. You can also email employmentzone@bakersfield.com or call (661) 322-JOBS (322-5627). For deadline information, contact an Account Executive.
To place an obituary or an In Loving Memory, visit http://advertise.bakersfield.com/obituary/ to get started. You can also email the following information: contact name, phone number, address, obituary photo(s) and obituary text to obitphoto@bakersfield.com or call (661) 395-7302. Request and needed information is due by 2 p.m. Monday - Friday to start the following day.
For all other ad requests or questions, please call (661) 395-7500.
You may also place your ads by visiting The Bakersfield Californian office at 3700 Pegasus Drive, Bakersfield, CA 93308. We accept major credit cards: Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. We do not accept bills larger that $20.
Business Hours:
Monday - Friday
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
What credit cards do you accept?
Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express
Do you charge for photos?
Yes, $5 for photos.
Can I get a refund?
All ads placed are nonrefundable.
How late can I call to place an ad?
A regular Classified ad, can be taken up to 3:30 p.m. Monday-Friday for next day publication.
How do I change my ad?
Call 322-7355 to change your ad for print or online during regular business hours.
How do I stop my ad from running?
Call 322-7355 to change your ad for print or online during regular business hours.
Can I restart my ad?
Yes, call 322-7355 to change your ad for print or online during regular business hours.
How do I place an Applause announcement?
Call 322-7355 or email classified@bakersfield.com to place your announcement.
What credit cards do you accept?
Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express
What is the Applause deadline?
The deadline is Monday at Noon prior to the Friday publication date.
When do Applause ads appear?
Applause is a special feature that runs in Friday's Bakersfield Californian.
Can I email in my photo and announcement?
Yes, you can email it to classified@bakersfield.com, be sure to include a phone number in the email.
How much does it cost to appear in Applause?
Prices start at $85. Most announcements include a photo and up to 50 words. Prices are subject to change. Call 322-7355 for further pricing.