Pitches wanted (West Yorkshire) | 14p per word

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: THE ILKLEY JOURNAL

As we approach our six month birthday, The Ilkley Journal is looking to expand its pool of freelance journalists and freelance writers who are ideally based in and around West Yorkshire. That said, we’re also happy to have writers from beyond the area if you can confidently pitch or report on local stories. If you’re interested or know anyone who fits the bill, do get in touch via (info@theilkleyjournal.co.uk). 

Rates: On average, 14p a word sterling. Appreciate it’s not competitive but we’re a very small online newspaper funded mainly by our editor for now (we’re early on in our journey with the goal being to get our journalism funded largely through paid subscribers). 

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

• Questions/submissions: info@theilkleyjournal.co.uk

• Website: https://www.theilkleyjournal.co.uk/

TO HELP YOU CRAFT YOUR PITCH:

• Learn more about the publication: The Ilkley Journal is a local publication focused on delivering news and stories from Ilkley and surrounding areas. The platform offers slow-paced, in-depth journalism that serves the local community by covering topics such as local events, culture, and community issues. It aims to provide residents with thoughtful and relevant local news. More information here.

• Read through a selection of recent articles/stories on its website.

• Check out our collection of pitch excerpts on this page and find more sample pitches at The Open Notebook 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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