Pitches wanted (story with Johns Hopkins angle) | ~$1 per word
Added 2025-01-30 21:17:12 +0000 UTCCOMPANY/PUBLICATION: JOHNS HOPKINS MAGAZINE
Deadline: 14 February 2025
Greg Rienzi, Senior Editor for Johns Hopkins Magazine, is looking for pitches:
I am looking ahead to Summer and Fall 2025 stories for the magazine, and also online-only features (1000 to 2000 words). Story just needs a Johns Hopkins angle: alumni, faculty, student. Ideally some human interest, narrative arch, research-based. Like, wow, this story needs to be told. Also great if you can interview people in-person. Email me at gjr@jhu.edu
Deadline: Two weeks
CONFIDENTIAL NOTE: Reports indicate that Johns Hopkins Magazine pays $1 per word. It is recommended that you discuss the rate(s) with the editor upon the acceptance of your pitch.
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CONTACT INFORMATION (please do not share the email address publicly):
Questions/submissions: gjr@jhu.edu
Website: https://hub.jhu.edu/magazine/
TO HELP YOU CRAFT YOUR PITCH:
Learn more about the publication: Johns Hopkins Magazine is the official publication of Johns Hopkins University, covering a wide range of topics related to the university's research, education, and community. The magazine features in-depth articles, profiles, and news about the achievements and advancements in various fields including medicine, science, humanities, and public policy. It serves as a resource for alumni, faculty, students, and supporters of Johns Hopkins, providing insights into the latest developments and ongoing projects within the university. More information here.
Read through its selection of recent articles/stories, categorized into: Health, Science and Technology, Arts and Culture, Politics and Society, University News, Student Life, Athletics
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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