15 Sites and Magazines that Pay Writers ($50 to $350)

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Here’s a variety of publishers that pay freelance writers for the writing they publish.

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(Thanks to Fatima Saif for her research on this article.)

Bandcamp Daily is a guide to the artists, fans, and labels on Bandcamp (a publishing platform for musicians). According to their senior editor, they pay decently and accept pitches on a rolling basis about “music other sites aren’t covering (that’s on Bandcamp).” Payment reports indicate that they pay up to $0.44 per word, though payment rates do vary significantly. To learn more about them, visit their website.
The Canadian Anti-Hate Network (CAN) is an organization that monitors, exposes, and counters hate groups in Canada. They accept pitches on an ongoing basis. They usually pay $100 for stories by individuals who do not have much writing experience and $200 for stories by writers or journalists who have some experience. They may pay more for larger pieces or investigations. To learn more, refer to their executive director’s Twitter post.
Digital Spy is the United Kingdom’s biggest TV and movie site. They offer news on TV, movies, soaps, showbiz, music, games, and tech. According to one payment report, they paid £60 for a TV review of 350 to 500 words. To contact them, visit this page.
VisitRussia offers information on Russian cities, tours, sightseeing, and activities. They are always looking for travel writers who can provide original articles (of 500 to 1,000 words). The articles can be in the form of destination guides, reviews, advice, how-tos, travel news or roundups. They pay $30 to $100 per article. Details here.
The Stage is a British website and weekly newspaper that offers theatre news, interviews, reviews, and jobs. One payment report indicates payment of £150 for 1,200 words. To contact them, refer to this page.
TechRadar is a UK-based consumer technology news and reviews website. They cover phones, laptops, tablets, wearables, TVs, and more. According to one payment report, they paid £140 for a 1,000-word piece. To contact them, refer to this page.
Prospect is a British magazine and website covering politics, economics, finance, culture, philosophy, world affairs, and more. They work mainly with their pool of regular contributors but also accept unsolicited pitches in some cases. They pay for the pitches that they accept. According to one payment report, they paid £100 for an article of 800 words. For details, read their submission guidelines.
Good Movies for Kids is a website that reviews kids’ films. They are looking for reviews of new films. They welcome contributors of all ages. They pay £20 per review and £50 per feature. To learn more, refer to this Twitter post.
Byline Times is a daily news website and monthly print newspaper that is dedicated to rediscovering great journalism. They are “providing a platform for freelance journalists passionate about reporting on issues not covered elsewhere.” According to one payment report, they paid £100 per piece. To contact them, visit this page.
Money After Graduation Inc. is a financial literacy website that is dedicated to helping young professionals “pay off debt, save money, and invest in the stock market.” They are always seeking more Canadian personal finance writers. The writers “must have good understanding of TFSA/RRSP, investing, and general idea of SEO.” They are especially seeking writers in their late 20’s in Canada’s urban centres. They start pay at $200 per article (around 1,000 words). To learn more, refer to this Twitter thread.
Writing Axis is a website that features the latest freelance writing and blogging jobs. They are “looking to hire a handful of writers to create informative blog posts and instructional features relating to the writing industry.” They will pay 10 cents per word. Details here.
New Start is a magazine about regeneration, housing, economic development, local government, good local economics, finance, environment, and more. According to one payment report, they paid £120 for a feature of 1,000 words. To contact them, refer to this page.
HuffPost Personal is a personal stories section in HuffPost (a news and opinion website). Their personal stories are “original, authentic, compelling and told in the first person.” They pay for all personal stories that they publish. Payment reports indicate that they pay up to $0.08 per word. To pitch, refer to this page.
Miami New Times is an independent source for local news, music, arts, culture, food, drink, and more in Miami. Payment reports indicate that they pay $0.10 per word. To contact them, refer to this page.
City A.M. is a print and digital business newspaper that is distributed in and around London. They cover business, politics, technology, leadership, lifestyle, sport, charity, and more. According to one payment report, they paid 25p a word. To contact them, visit this page.

 

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