Pitches wanted (opinion) | ~45 cents per word
Added 2024-05-28 16:15:21 +0000 UTCCOMPANY/PUBLICATION: WASHINGTON POST
Laura McGann, Senior Editor for Washington Post Opinions, is looking for pitches:
I've joined Washington Post Opinion as a senior editor! I'm on the lookout for pieces that surprise me, that are supported by strong evidence and that contend with counter arguments generously. Send me your pitches: laura.mcgann@washpost.com
CONFIDENTIAL NOTE: Reports indicate that Washington Post Opinion pays around 45 cents 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: laura.mcgann@washpost.com
Website: https://www.washingtonpost.com
TO HELP YOU CRAFT YOUR PITCH:
Learn more about the publication: The Washington Post is a news leader whose mission is to connect, inform, and enlighten local, national and global readers with trustworthy reporting, in-depth analysis and engaging opinions. Washington Post Opinions features editorials, columns, guest op-eds and reader submissions. More information here.
Read through a selection of recent opinion 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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