Influencers & Partnerships

Local creators. Real experiences. Local stories.

We partner with Tampa Bay–based creators to authentically showcase the city through curated experiences on board our trolleys and buses. These are not mass giveaways or transactional shoutouts. Our collaborations are intentional, local-first, and built around storytelling that reflects how people actually experience St. Petersburg and the surrounding area.

If you create meaningful local content and your audience lives here, we would love to explore working together.

WE ARE A FIT IF YOU:

  • Are based in Tampa Bay (St. Petersburg, Tampa, Clearwater)

  • Have 5,000+ followers on Instagram or TikTok

  • Create original photo and video content

  • Maintain an audience that is primarily local

  • Focus on lifestyle, food, events, culture, or community-driven content.

How Collaborations Work

Our collaborations are experience-based and structured around mutual value. We offer different levels of access depending on reach, audience locality, and content quality. Every partnership is reviewed intentionally to ensure alignment on both sides.

Tier 1: Hosted Experiences

Best for local creators building consistent engagement

You receive

  • Complimentary tickets to select public tours

  • Access to seasonal or themed experiences when available

We receive

  • One in-feed Reel featuring the experience

  • Story coverage during or after the tour

  • Tagging/Collaborating @StarTrolley and location tagging

  • Content posted within a reasonable timeframe

This tier focuses on authentic, organic storytelling and is our most common collaboration.

Tier 2: Elevated Access

Designed for established local creators with strong video performance

You receive

  • Private or semi-private trolley experience

  • Access to specialty offerings such as karaoke, Sip & Play, or themed rides

  • Flexible scheduling during off-peak availability

We receive

  • One high-quality Reel

  • Story set with clear context and call-to-action

  • Content delivered within seven days

  • Optional usage rights for reposting or promotion

This tier is selective and offered on a limited basis.

Tier 3: Premium Collaborations

Reserved for high-impact local creators and special projects

You receive

  • Full private trolley or bus experience

  • Custom-curated experience tailored to your audience

  • Potential co-branded or invite-only events

We receive

  • Multiple video deliverables

  • Cross-platform posting when applicable

  • Clear alignment on timing, messaging, and goals

Premium collaborations are rare and evaluated individually based on audience data and overall fit.

Important Notes

  • All collaborations are subject to availability

  • Not all applicants approved

  • Follower count alone does not guarantee selection

  • We prioritize long-term relationships over one-time posts

If this approach aligns with how you create and share content, we invite you to apply below.

If you are a Tampa Bay–based creator and believe your content aligns with our experiences, you may submit an application below. Every submission is reviewed intentionally, and collaborations are offered on a limited basis.

Application Expectations

Before applying, please note:

  • Applications are reviewed weekly

  • Not all submissions will receive a response

  • Selection is based on audience location, content quality, and overall fit

  • Approved collaborations are scheduled based on availability

Mobile Podcast & Content Studio

In select cases, we offer creators access to our vehicles as a unique setting for podcasts, interviews, and long-form content. Our trolleys and buses provide a controlled, visually compelling environment that works especially well for conversational formats and branded storytelling.

This is not a standard rental offering and is available only through approved partnerships.

What’s Available

Approved creators may receive access to:

    • Enclosed, quiet vehicles suitable for recording

    • Seating layouts ideal for interviews and group conversations

    • A visually distinctive backdrop for video podcasts and social clips

    • Stationary or parked setups for consistent audio quality

We value thoughtful storytelling and genuine local connection. If that sounds like you, we look forward to reviewing your application.

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