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Pitches wanted (underreported stories) | $1.50 per word

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: WASHINGTON POST MAGAZINE

Deadline: 21 May 2021

The Washington Post Magazine is looking for journalists to contribute to a special issue about the diminished state of local and community news in the United States. Our goal is not to report on the state of local journalism, but to show what the American public misses when thousands of stories are not told. The final result will be a fall 2021 issue of the Magazine that consists solely of stories that have not be...

Writers wanted (crypto) | ~20 cents per word

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Tom's Guide is looking for some freelancers to help cover crypto. That's everything from Bitcoin, Ethereum and Doge. Mostly quick news hits.

Rates range from $65-$200 depending on the amount of work put in. I was a freelancer for 7 years. $65 for a quick news hit that's ~300 words is solid. And we're pretty easy-going on upping that when need be. Just ask.

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Writers wanted (real estate, home improvement) | $250+ per piece

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: HOMELIGHT

Caroline Feeney, Managing Editor of HomeLight, is looking for writers:

In a nutshell, writers produce engaging, data-driven articles on the real estate transaction process, real estate market trends, home design, home improvement, and more (ranging 1,500-2,000 words per article). Our content style is informative, entertaining, and helpful beyond belief.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong, professional writing ability
• Experience sourcin...
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Landing page / Ad Copywriter wanted for women's health product | $500-$1,000

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: ANONYMOUS

We are an early stage setup looking to launch a landing page and accompanying ad creatives for a wellness platform targeted at women's holistic health. Our target customers are BIPOC women aged 25-45.

We have urgent needs over the next 2 weeks and will be able to pay $500-$1000 during this time.

References of the style of copy we are looking for: https://www.brujasofbrooklyn....

Pitches wanted (sports) | $100+ per piece

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In addition to the normal stuff, we're looking for pitches on the future of sports (interpret that prompt as broadly/creatively as possible). Reported, columns, fiction. Tech, culture, activism, fan experience. Whatever unique/interesting about the future. Rates for these pieces will depend on topic, length, reported elements, etc. But $100 is probably the minimum. Check out our pitch guidelines.

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Pitches wanted (careers, migration, tech, entrepreneurship, etc.) | $300+ per piece

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I’m seeking pitches. We're specifically interested in people with unique jobs, migration, and returning to the office, but open to any pitch related to our business verticals — tech, media, careers, real estate, entrepreneurship, etc.

Send a headline, short summary (including potential sources), and past clips.

Our base rates start around $300 but are assigned based on amount of reporting required, length, and t...

Pitches wanted (Chicago arts, culture) | up to $400 per piece

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I'm excited to start this week as the Interim Culture Editor. I'll be keeping some of my current calendar/events duties while also focusing on bringing you stories of Chicago locals, arts and architecture, and literary scene news. Feel free to pitch me. In general, stories and items in my section range from 200-3000 words (or more), and the pay range is around $75-$400 accordingly but there's negotiation room for cert...

Remote Writer wanted (cybersecurity, ad tech) | $50 per hour

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: HUMAN SECURITY

My company is looking for a freelance writer to support our marketing team. $50/hour, ~15 hours/week, open-ended. Cybersecurity and ad tech knowledge a huge plus.

Take a look at our website and if the subject material and style/tone are still of interest, please send along a resume and a couple writing samples.

JOB SUMMARY:

• Looking for: Freelance Writer
• Location: Remote
• Compensation: $50/hour

CONTA...

Pitches wanted (Juneteenth, travel) | $1,000 per piece

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I am looking for a smart Juneteenth + Travel story. Something that adds to the conversation. I don't have a specific angle in mind so out of the box thinking is encouraged. Pay? $1000 for 1200-1500 words but TBD. I'm not looking for a listicle-style article, and if a quick Google search brings up at least 3 versions of your pitch, it's a nah from me. Send pitches by May 14.

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Writer wanted (social engineering) | $250 per piece

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I am looking for a freelance writer to collaborate with me on writing meaningful content around social engineering. Details: $250 per 1500ish words. Weekly content. You: Write well, Cyber aware, good researcher. Minority and/or women writers preferred. DM to discuss.

[PLUS+ TIP: Instead of sending a generic application, explain in your cover letter why you are the best candidate to write specifically about social eng...

Pitches wanted (Juneteenth food, recipe) | $250+ per piece

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: GREATIST

Rebecca Eisenberg, Freelance Food Editor of Greatist, is looking for pitches:

Call for pitches: For Greatist, I’m looking for Juneteenth food/recipe pitches. Submit yours here: https://forms.gle/NAuVGmhsj3bMDnRJ7. Rate varies based on size and scope of pitch; minimum would be $250. Deadline for pitches: May 12.

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  2021-05-07 17:40:58 +0000 UTC View Post

Writer wanted (science, medicine) | 50 cents per word

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: ANONYMOUS

I'm looking for a person who can take a draft of a scientific manuscript and turn it into a decent sound draft that could potentially be submitted to a journal without further edits. Most of the work is in the cancer field (various areas), but a background in cancer biology/medicine isn't required. I would imagine the writer here would need a PhD or MD to do this, but I'm open to others if you feel like you can write a professional manuscript from a minima...

Pitches wanted ( entertainment, science, travel, history, culture, food) | $125+ per piece

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: MENTAL FLOSS

We are always open to freelance pitches. Details for what we're looking for and how/who to pitch are here: https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/625670/how-to-pitch-mental-floss

Payment:

• Lists begin at $150 and increase depending on length.
• Short features (500 words) begin at $125 while longer features start at $200; rate...
  2021-05-07 17:39:51 +0000 UTC View Post

Writer wanted for an untitled biology show | $500 per script

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: COMPLEXLY

Do you get excited about exploring biology and sharing what you've learned with others? Are you interested in writing for a developing YouTube channel?

Complexly, the company behind SciShow and Crash Course, is looking for a freelance writer for an upcoming show on human biology, as related by a Black woman in STEM. This series is a mix of bio-explainers and science lessons blended with music and sketches, and explorations of the intersection of scie...

Pitches wanted (sexual health, sex, parenting, mental health) | ~25 to 30 cents per word

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We are looking for stories about STDs, chronic conditions, physical and mental health, sex, parenting, marriage, grooming etc. General rate: $175 for 550-700 words, negotiable if reported or significantly longer. Unfortunately at this time we are only able to commission pitches from U.S. Citizens. We are hoping to change this in the coming months.

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Remote Writer wanted (technology, telecom) | $45+ per hour

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: THE SIMONS GROUP

We’re looking for a highly skilled freelance business-to-business writer with an agency or publication background with experience in the telecom space. You should be a professionally trained writer who has a high-level understanding of telecom networks and their infrastructure, without the aid of an expert having to explain basic concepts.

You should be comfortable writing on topics from data centers to 5G networks to Wi-Fi, in a format that...

Pitches wanted (lifestyle, adventure, travel, environment) | $1 per word

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I am seeking pitches for all seasons/topics. Please read our pitching guide first! It has all the information you need to pitch.

A couple notes on pitching: We love stories that leave the reader feeling delighted, informed about a cause, equipped with new useful information, like they’ve gotten a window into someone else’s unique and inspiring life.

Please be sure to pitch a STORY not a TOPIC. It should have a n...

Pitches wanted (climate, environment, conservation) | $250-$500+ per piece

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My inbox is always open for pitches. Our rates are $250-$300 for Q&A/book reviews, $400 for reported enterprise stories, and $500 for features, with possible flexibility for anything that goes very deep/is investigative.

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Pitches wanted from Black women / non-binary writers | $175 per piece

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: THE GUMBO

We're accepting pitches for June's theme: On-Air!

We're taking a look at the Black women in broadcast history and the impact they had on hip-hop! We want pitches on radio hosts, TV show hosts, DJs, VJs and more from Black women and non-binary writers at all levels. Email a full draft or 150 words outlining your piece and writing samples if you have them to nadirahsimmons@thegumbo.net and bwhite@thegumbo.net with "June theme" in the subject line no la...

Pitches wanted (technology, culture) | 50 cents to $1 per word

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Periodic pitch call! Freelance technology/culture writers, I'm looking for everything from personal essays to ambitious features for Input. Hit me up. Rates are $.50-$1/word.

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Pitches wanted (PC gaming) | $150-$400 per piece

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Do you love PC gaming? Do you have an awesome story to tell about it? I'm taking pitches for PC Gaming Week and would love to hear from you. And as always, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and women writers are encouraged to reach out. You can email me. Rates will range from $150-$400 depending on the scope and size of the piece.

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Financial Writer wanted | $175-$300 per article

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: WALLSTREETZEN

WallStreetZen is a fast-growing stock analysis startup with a content strategy that differentiates itself by publishing a smaller number of articles, but at a much higher quality.

We create content around educational, ever-green topics related to stock analysis - rather than ongoing stock analysis or news coverage. We aim to break down complex topics related to fundamental investing and make them easy to understand, without oversimplifying and lo...

Writers wanted (health) | $190+ per article

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: GREATIST - HEALTHLINE

If you have a passion for science, pop culture, 90s references, GIFs, and supporting people on their health journey through easy-to-understand content, write for us! The demand team is seeking general health freelance writers.

The Demand team creates articles based on user search queries covering a broad range of health topics. Our articles are usually between 1000-3000 words. Our standard rate starts at $190/article, but if an article is...

Remote Learning Game Story Writer wanted | $50 per hour

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: READ TO LEAD

Senior Learning Game Story Writer (Creative/Educational)

Immediate Supervisor: Director of Content and Curriculum

Location: Remote (Office located New York, NY)

Project Timeline: May 15th - June 30th, approximately 50 hours spent over the 5-6 weeks with the potential to extend into July for review periods

If interested, we invite you to submit your resume and one writing sample.

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

Read to Lead is a...

Pitches wanted (food) | ~$1 per word

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I’m looking for pitches for first-person essays for upcoming issues of the food and cooking magazine we publish seven times a year (Jan/Feb, March/April, May/June, July/August, September, October/November, December). The theme of this recurring essay page is Stamp of Approval, so in all pitches we’re looking for the traditions, routines, offbeat food combinations, star ingredient, etc. that you swear by. We’ve published e...

Stories of grieving, loss and recovery wanted | $200 per piece

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE SOUL

Deadline: 31 August 2021

Grieving is a personal process with different stages we go through on the way to recovery after we have suffered a loss. Each person grieves in his or her own way and in his or her own time. There is no right or wrong way to grieve and no set time or path to recovery. It is a very personal journey.

Sometimes the loss feels overwhelming and like the pain will never end. While the hurt and sadness never co...

Personal Finance Writer wanted | 10 cents per word

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: STATELY CREDIT

Stately Credit is looking for an experienced freelance writer that’s passionate about personal finance to join our content team.

Our mission is to enhance the financial well-being of millions of individuals, families, and businesses across the United States.

We are looking for someone to produce compelling blog posts written in a conversational yet authoritative style about loans, managing debt, budgeting effectively, insurance, banking,...

Writers wanted (web scraping, Python) | $700-$800 per piece

[This opportunity was posted 30+ days ago and has expired.]

We are looking for a Python content writer (freelancing)! If you are fluent in English, have some experience with writing content online, and know about web-scraping and Python, please send me a DM with something you've written. Looking for long-term collaboration. Rate depends a lot on the complexity of the topics / length of the article, but usually 700$/$800 for 2k words.

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Writers wanted (creative writing) | $300-$500 per piece

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: BOOKFOX

Bookfox is looking for writers with experience teaching creative writing at the college level to write blog posts about the craft of writing. Length is 3,000 - 5,000 words. Payment is $300 - $500. Send a copy of your resume to john@bookfox.co

[PLUS+ TIP: Instead of sending a generic application, explain in your cover letter why you are the best candidate to write specifically about creative writing. Highlight relevant experience, credentials and public...

Pitches wanted (environment, South/Central America) | ~42 cents per word

[This opportunity was posted 30+ days ago and has expired.]

We are looking for environmental solutions pitches on South and Central America. £0.30 per word. Please send cuttings of similar pieces with pitch.

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