Pitches wanted (culture, tech, online dating) | ~$500+ per article
Added 2025-04-03 18:13:20 +0000 UTCCOMPANY/PUBLICATION: WIRED
Manisha Krishnan, Senior Editor for Culture at WIRED, is looking for pitches:
I’m thrilled to announce that after a year spent freelance reporting and producing I’ve started a new role as senior editor, culture at WIRED! Please be in touch with tips and pitches tied to internet culture/pop culture/tech/online dating/gaming and so on! I'm looking for original, surprising and wacky angles. I’m at manisha_krishnan@wired.com
CONFIDENTIAL NOTE: Reports indicate that WIRED pays $500+ per article. It is recommended that you discuss the rate(s) with the editor/employer before commencing work.
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CONTACT INFORMATION (please do not share the email address publicly):
Questions/submissions: manisha_krishnan@wired.com
Website: https://www.wired.com/
TO HELP YOU CRAFT YOUR PITCH:
Learn more about the publication: Wired is a bi-monthly American magazine that publishes articles on how emerging technologies impact culture, the economy, and politics. It covers topics such as business strategies, technological advancements, and design innovations, featuring in-depth reporting, analysis, and commentary. The publication aims to illuminate the ideas and trends shaping the future.
Read through its selection of recent stories/articles, categorized into: Culture
Review the submission guidelines here. Note that these are the publication's general guidelines to help you refine your pitch. You must still follow the editor's specific instructions above.
Check out our collection of pitch excerpts on this page and find more sample pitches at The Open Notebook Database and at SuccessfulPitches.com.
Do not forget to end your pitch with (1) a short introduction about yourself; (2) a few lines highlighting your writing experience, relevant credentials and publication credits; and (3) links to your strongest work or portfolio, and online profile.
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