From audience research to tech infrastructure, we help solo creators and newsrooms grow, connect, and thrive—especially in exile.
At First Draft Media, we believe journalism only thrives when it puts people first. We help newsrooms and solo creators deeply understand their audience, align editorial strategy with real needs, and design engagement that lasts.
At First Draft Media, we build technology that starts with the needs of journalists. We co-create tools with publishers, focusing on real-world impact and long-term support. From censorship circumvention to ethical AI workflows, our tech is made to stick—not just to launch.
Starting your own publication can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. At First Draft Media, we help solo journalists turn their vision into sustainable, reader-supported platforms by handling strategy, tech, and back-end operations. You bring the journalism; we’ll bring the rest.
