{"id":12170,"date":"2024-11-05T11:34:22","date_gmt":"2024-11-05T19:34:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.freedomwithwriting.com\/freedom\/?p=12170"},"modified":"2024-11-05T11:34:24","modified_gmt":"2024-11-05T19:34:24","slug":"21-calls-for-pitches-directly-from-editors-up-to-1-00-per-word","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.freedomwithwriting.com\/freedom\/uncategorized\/21-calls-for-pitches-directly-from-editors-up-to-1-00-per-word\/","title":{"rendered":"21 Calls for Pitches Directly from Editors (Up to $1.00 Per Word)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Here&#8217;s our latest roundup of calls for pitches directly from editors. We&#8217;ve researched payment rates and found contact information for all of these publications, so you can easily connect with the right opportunity for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please don&#8217;t contact these publications without first carefully studying them, and making sure your pitch closely fits their needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Looking for more opportunities? Get a free trial of Litworth and get full access to our database of 2,000+ publishers. <a href=\"https:\/\/litworth.com\/register\/litworth-subscription\/\">Check it out.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Thanks to Fatima Saif for compiling this list.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Sask Dispatch is Looking for Pitches<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Sask Dispatch is a Saskatchewan-focused news publication by Briarpatch Magazine. They\u2019re looking for Sask focused pitches for their unthemed March\/April issue. They\u2019re especially interested in \u201creporting on rural Sask, arts and culture, and grassroots activism.\u201d They pay $100 for profiles, short essays, and reviews (less than 1,000 words); $200 for feature stories (1,000-1,500 words) and photo essays; and $300 for research-based articles and investigative reportage (1,500-2,000 words). To learn more, refer to their <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/SaskDispatch\/status\/1853468083702071674\">post<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/saskdispatch.com\/articles\/view\/call-for-pitches-march-april-2025\">call for pitches<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Deadline: November 10th, 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NetworkWeaver is Accepting Pitches for 2024 \u2013 2025 BIPOC Editorial series<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>NetworkWeaver is a consulting firm that helps \u201cindividuals and organizations implement climate, sustainability, and social change initiatives.\u201d They\u2019re accepting pitches (until July 2025) for their 2024 \u2013 2025 BIPOC Editorial series: \u201cWe are looking for submissions that help us better understand the transformative shifts happening in networks and communities right now and how BIPOC leaders are navigating them in this pivotal time.\u201d They will pay $250 per article. For more information, refer to their <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/weaver__network\/status\/1852021607151067453\">post<\/a> and this <a href=\"https:\/\/networkweaver.com\/bipoc-editorial-series-2024-2025\/\">page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Planetizen is Always Open to Feature Articles<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Planetizen is \u201ca fiercely independent platform that creates, curates, and amplifies stories and resources to inform planning and people passionate about planning.\u201d They\u2019re always open to feature article pitches that offer an expert lens to the key planning issues of today. They offer professional writers a flat rate of $500 for a feature or career-related article. To learn more, refer to their <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/planetizen\/status\/1853135099514036710\">post<\/a> and this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.planetizen.com\/Write-for-Planetizen\">page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Business Insider is Seeking Relocation\/Travel Pitches<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Business Insider covers business, personal finance, tech, lifestyle, politics, and more. Their associate editor of lifestyle and entertainment freelance writers is looking for relocation\/travel pitches (especially &#8220;from an expert&#8221;). Rates begin at $200 for 600 words. If interested, DM their editor on X. To read their associate editor\u2019s post, click <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/Emily_Krivograd\/status\/1853550242303451273\">here<\/a>. To visit their contact page, click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessinsider.com\/contact\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">BBC Travel&#8217;s The SpeciaList is Looking for City Guides for Ski Season<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>BBC Travel&#8217;s The SpeciaList is \u201ca series of guides to popular and emerging destinations around the world, as seen through the eyes of local experts and tastemakers.\u201d Their editor is seeking \u201cSpeciaList city guides for ski season featuring timely notable SpeciaList (not a ski instructor or anyone in the hospitality industry).\u201d Rate is $600. If interested, email <a href=\"mailto:eva.sandoval.freelance@bbc.com\">eva.sandoval.freelance@bbc.com<\/a>. To learn more, refer to their editor\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/ieatmypigeon\/status\/1853556548984815813\">post<\/a> and this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.com\/travel\/specialist\">page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Observer is Seeking Arts Pitches<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Observer is a website about business, arts, and entertainment. Their arts editor is seeking arts pitches for December publication and beyond. They\u2019re looking for \u201cartist features (no Q&amp;As), thoughtful art market analysis\/business of art, art philanthropy analysis (def. need more here).\u201d Rate is $250. If interested, send your pitches to <a href=\"mailto:artnews@observer.com\">artnews@observer.com<\/a>. To read their arts editor\u2019s post, click <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/CTerryObserver\/status\/1853567913115983898\">here<\/a>. To learn more about them, click <a href=\"https:\/\/observer.com\/about-observer\/\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wealth of Geeks is Looking for First-Hand Stories<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Wealth of Geeks is a website that offers tips and tricks to grow your wealth. They\u2019re seeking:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; First-hand home and garden lifestyle stories. Rates begin at around $200 for 750-900 words. Details <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/wealthofgeeks\/status\/1851676980657217732\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; First-hand parenting and family lifestyle stories. Rates start at around $200 for 750-900 words. Learn more <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/wealthofgeeks\/status\/1851677766758076575\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211; First-hand health and personal development stories. Rates begin at around $200 for 750-900 words. Learn more <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/wealthofgeeks\/status\/1851679574314357021\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Center for Victims of Torture is Seeking Pitches for Native American Heritage Day<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Center for Victims of Torture is looking for pitches for Native American Heritage Day. They want \u201ca Native American writer to discuss the intersections of mental wellness and Native heritage\/identity\/current experience.\u201d They will pay $1 per word (cap at 1,000 words). To learn more, refer to this <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/zuri_writes\/status\/1851301218817331586\">post<\/a> and their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cvt.org\/about-us\/\">\u2018about\u2019 page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Deadline: November 7th, 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New Humanist is Looking for Pitches<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>New Humanist is a magazine focused on science and culture. For New Humanist&#8217;s&nbsp;next issue, their deputy editor is interested in \u201cpitches around the themes of our shared humanity\/bridging divides and the future of democracy.\u201d Rates are \u00a3200 to \u00a3500. If interested, email <a href=\"mailto:jessica.abrahams@newhumanist.org.uk\">jessica.abrahams@newhumanist.org.uk<\/a>. To read their deputy editor\u2019s post, click <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/jiabrahams\/status\/1848812678669549951\">here<\/a>. To visit their contact page, click <a href=\"https:\/\/newhumanist.org.uk\/about#contact\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Nonprofit Quarterly is Seeking Pitches for the Racial Justice Issue<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Nonprofit Quarterly (NPQ) is a nonprofit print and digital magazine that educates the nonprofit sector through research-based articles and resources. They\u2019re looking for articles, creative writing, and art for their Racial Justice Issue. The issue is about \u201chow women of color in the south are reclaiming space.\u201d Rates are $500 for articles in their print magazine, $300\/interviewee for interviews\/conversations in their magazine, and $150-$300 for creative writing. To learn more, refer to their <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/npquarterly\/status\/1851026156662694168\">post<\/a> and this <a href=\"https:\/\/nonprofitquarterly.org\/racial-justice-papers-how-women-of-color-in-the-south-are-reclaiming-space\/?utm_campaign=Racial%20Justice%20Call%20for%20Pitches&amp;utm_content=314516802&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_source=twitter&amp;hss_channel=tw-61206610\">page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Londoner is Seeking Pitches<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Londoner is London&#8217;s new quality newspaper. They\u2019re looking for pitches that are engrossing and fun to read. They pay around \u00a3300 for quick-hits and about \u00a3500 for pieces that are more reported. They also pay reporting expenses if they\u2019re agreed in advance. For details, refer to this <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/milesellingham\/status\/1850826800273797445\">post<\/a> and this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-londoner.co.uk\/write-for-us\/\">page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">AFAR is Seeking Pitches on Quiet Travel<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>AFAR is a multi-platform travel media brand that inspires, empowers, and enriches travelers who care. Their editor is seeking \u201cpitches on quiet travel\u2014think unplugging, recharging, and resetting.\u201d Rates begin at $0.50\/word for their website and $1.00\/word for their magazine. To learn more, refer to their editor\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/kjlagrave\/status\/1851327309808112056\">post<\/a> and their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.afar.com\/about\/pitch-guidelines\">contributor guidelines<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Deadline: November 13th, 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ambrook Research is Looking for Pitches<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Ambrook Research offers data-driven storytelling regarding modern agriculture. They\u2019re looking for pitches for \u201cstories at the intersection of agriculture and trucking.\u201d Rates begin at $0.50 per word. Send your pitches to <a href=\"mailto:jesse@ambrook.com\">jesse@ambrook.com<\/a>. To learn more, refer to their editor\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/Jesse_Hirsch\/status\/1851735005774373172\">post<\/a> and their <a href=\"https:\/\/ambrook.com\/research\">website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eureka is Looking for Experienced Writers\/Journalists<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Eureka is \u201cthe world\u2019s biggest public network for international cooperation in R&amp;D and innovation, present in over 45 countries.\u201d They\u2019re looking to expand their pool of writers\/journalists to contribute engaging articles on \u201cEureka innovations and the companies behind them.\u201d They pay writers \u20ac750 per article. The writers are asked to&nbsp;contribute up to 3 articles a year. To read their post, click <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/EUREKA_NETWORK\/status\/1849033738748862489\">here<\/a>. To learn more about them, click <a href=\"https:\/\/eurekanetwork.org\/about-us\/\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pipeline Artists is Always Accepting Pitches<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Pipeline Artists is a digital magazine that focuses on \u201ceducation, empowerment, and elevating authentic voices in film, publishing, and beyond.\u201d They\u2019re always open to pitches. They pay $75 for most articles\/essays, and up to $350 (or higher) for longer pieces and profiles. To learn more, refer to their <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/PipelineArtists\/status\/1850704046857822239\">post<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/pipelineartists.com\/submission-guidelines\/\">submission guidelines<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cond\u00e9 Nast Traveler is Seeking a Writer Based in Sedona<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Cond\u00e9 Nast Traveler is a travel magazine by Cond\u00e9 Nast. Their editor is seeking a travel writer based in Sedona, AZ. Rate is $0.50 per word. If interested, send your clips to <a href=\"mailto:jamie_spain@condenast.com\">jamie_spain@condenast.com<\/a>. To read their editor\u2019s post, click <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/jspain97\/status\/1850957362116300909\">here<\/a>. To learn more about them, click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cntraveler.com\/info\/about-us\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Center for Victims of Torture is Seeking Pitches for Native American Heritage Day<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Center for Victims of Torture is looking for pitches for Native American Heritage Day. They want \u201ca Native American writer to discuss the intersections of mental wellness and Native heritage\/identity\/current experience.\u201d They will pay $1 per word (cap at 1,000 words). To learn more, refer to this <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/zuri_writes\/status\/1851301218817331586\">post<\/a> and their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cvt.org\/about-us\/\">\u2018about\u2019 page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Deadline: November 7th, 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nonlinear Love is Seeking Unconventional Relationship Stories<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Nonlinear Love is \u201ca project that shares and interrogates love stories that don&#8217;t follow the traditional \u2018linear\u2019 course in a non-judgmental format.\u201d They\u2019re looking for first-person essays about &#8220;nonlinear love.&#8221; Pay is $150 per essay (800 to 1,000 words). If interested, send your essays to <a href=\"mailto:ariella@superposition-stories.com\">ariella@superposition-stories.com<\/a>. To learn more, refer to this <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/arsteinhorn\/status\/1849662710339768737\">post<\/a> and their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nonlinearlove.com\/\">website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Deadline: November 15th, 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The National Forest Foundation is Looking for a Personal Essay<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The National Forest Foundation is an organization that restores and enhances National Forests and Grasslands. They\u2019re looking for a personal essay (1,000 words) for the Summer\/Fall 2025 issue of their magazine, Light &amp; Seed, which will \u201cfocus on the economic impact of National Forests and Grasslands and the communities that rely on them.\u201d Send them your pitches if have \u201ca story about how a National Forest or Grassland has impacted your career, livelihood, or understanding of the economies of public lands.\u201d Rate is $1,000 for 1,000 words. Details <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/NationalForests\/status\/1848809073296515395\">here<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalforests.org\/assets\/files\/NFF-Light-And-Seed-SF25_Journeys-Call-for-Pitches.pdf\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Deadline: November 18th, 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Failed Architecture is Accepting Pitches<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Failed Architecture is \u201ca platform for spatial criticism, reconnecting architecture with the real world through an online magazine, events, podcast, and more.\u201d They\u2019re accepting pitches for their special series that explores the spatial mechanisms that have facilitated the \u201cregime of enclosure and incarceration, from the colonial logics that have taken hold over the past several centuries, to contemporary neoliberal machinations driven by profit extraction and the movement of global finance capital.\u201d They will pay \u20ac150 per article. To learn more, refer to their <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/FailedArch\/status\/1841236027161055651\">post<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/failedarchitecture.com\/open-call-everywhere-walls-borders-prisons\/\">call for pitches<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Deadline: November 20th, 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SECWP is Looking for Stories on Whistleblowing and Whistleblowers<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Southeast Europe Coalition on Whistleblower Protection (SECWP) is seeking pitches for \u201cfresh journalistic stories on whistleblowing and whistleblowers in the following countries: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Greece, Hungary, Kosovo, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia and Ukraine.\u201d They will pay $500 per article. 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