Newsletter Writers wanted (media, politics, culture) | up to $500 per piece

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: LONG LEAD

Deadline: 9 June 2025

Now more than ever, impactful journalism matters. Each week, Long Lead’s Depth Perception highlights the journalists behind the industry’s most remarkable longform reporting and tells the story of what goes into making the world’s most impactful reporting. Complete with sharp analysis, interviews with top journalists, curated must-reads, and thoughtful commentary on the state of the press, this free, weekly newsletter is an insider’s guide to the most powerful stories in news and media. Now it’s expanding its pool of contributors, looking for curious, informed, and passionate writers to help elevate the journalism that’s making the world turn.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

Writers who:

• Can write with clarity, voice, and insight for an informed, media-literate audience

• Are comfortable writing about media, politics, tech, culture, or the intersections between them

• Have great connections within the industry, and aren’t afraid to slide into some DMs

• Are plugged into the news cycle but also see beyond it

• Have strong opinions on what makes journalism effective, ethical, or essential

You might be:

• A current or former journalist

• A media critic or journalism scholar

• A curious writer with a background in reporting, research, or curation

• An industry insider who sees what others miss

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Contribute interviews, curated lists, or reported pieces for our weekly newsletter

• Promote your Depth Perception work online to spread the word about important longform stories

• Help our readers stay informed about the media, not just what it covers

• Be an active member of the team by engaging in Slack conversations on an ongoing basis

DETAILS:

• Freelance / Remote

• Flexible schedule

• Rates as high as $500 per piece, depending on complexity

• Regular, monthly pay

HOW TO APPLY:

Send an email to info@longlead.com with:

• A brief note about you and why you’re interested

• 1–2 writing published samples that are similar to what we publish at Depth Perception

• Any story ideas, beats, or angles you’re excited to explore

Please note: Due to the high volume of applicants, we will not be able to respond to every email.

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CONTACT INFORMATION (please do not share the email address publicly):

Questions/applications: info@longlead.com

Website: https://longlead.com/

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