Pitches wanted (science, technology) | ~46 cents per word
Added 2024-07-31 01:23:56 +0000 UTCCOMPANY/PUBLICATION: OBSERVER
Ian Tucker, Science and Technology Editor at Observer, is looking for pitches:
Attention science and technology journalists!
Are you interested in writing for the Observer? I am looking for new writers and ideas for the Science & Technology pages of the Observer New Review. For an idea of the types of pieces we publish, please take a look at this thread:
A feature which sifts the evidence about a mainstream topic or trend. For example, this David Robson look at unconscious bias training: https://www.theguardian.com/science/2021/apr/25/what-unconscious-bias-training-gets-wrong-and-how-to-fix-it
A debate amongst researchers. For example, David Cox’s piece about whether Alzheimer’s could be caused by an infection: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2023/feb/19/could-alzheimers-be-caused-by-an-infection
An exploration of new, mind-bending ideas being explored by scientists. For example, Philip Ball's piece about the shape of the universe: https://www.theguardian.com/science/article/2024/jun/08/shape-universe-topology-doughnut-flat-curvature-dimensions
A measured look at the science behind the headlines. For example, David Cox's piece about bird flu: https://www.theguardian.com/world/article/2024/may/11/bird-flu-human-transmission-prepared-pandemic
Articles illustrating how contemporary perspectives force science to reappraise ideas or evidence. For instance, Ida Emilie Steinmark's piece: https://www.theguardian.com/science/2022/jan/16/archaeology-sexual-revolution-bones-sex-dna-birka-lovers
The above features are around 1700 words, but we also run 1100-word pieces which might be a Q&A with a scientist, e.g., with Ray Kurzweil: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/article/2024/jun/29/ray-kurzweil-google-ai-the-singularity-is-nearer
Or something broken-up and/or useful, such as Kate O’Flaherty's piece about the security risks of chatbots: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/apr/09/cybercrime-chatbot-privacy-security-helper-chatgpt-google-bard-microsoft-bing-chat
Please send a pitch, 250 words max, to ian.tucker@observer.co.uk – including a suggestion for the headline and your proposed structure. Payment is at the standard Guardian rate of £361 per 1000 words.
Please bear in mind these articles are primarily for the readers of a British Sunday newspaper.
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CONTACT INFORMATION (please do not share the email address publicly):
Questions/submissions: ian.tucker@observer.co.uk
Website: https://www.theguardian.com/us
TTO HELP YOU CRAFT YOUR PITCH:
Learn more about the publication: The New Review is a section of The Observer, a sister publication of The Guardian. It focuses on in-depth features, interviews, and reviews covering a wide range of cultural topics. The section includes articles on literature, film, music, and art, providing readers with detailed analysis and thoughtful commentary. The New Review aims to offer a comprehensive look at cultural events and trends, enriching the readers' understanding and appreciation of the arts. More information here.
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.
Read through a selection of recent The New Review pieces on its website.
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 paragraph 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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