Pitches wanted (news, politics, pop culture, etc.) | up to $2 per word
Added 2024-05-06 16:56:25 +0000 UTCCOMPANY/PUBLICATION: AMSTERDAM NEWS
Aaron Foley, News Editor at Amsterdam News, is looking for pitches:
I’m looking for pitches for Amsterdam News—Black news in New York, of course, but talk to me about anything Black readers might be interested in. Politics to pop culture, so long as it fits our NY audience. Email me at aaron dot foley at amsterdamnews dot com.
Note: Based on the guidelines, Amsterdam News pays up to $2 per word.
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CONTACT INFORMATION (please do not share the email address publicly):
Submissions: aaron.foley@amsterdamnews.com
TO HELP YOU CRAFT YOUR PITCH:
Learn more about the publication: The Blacklight is the Amsterdam News’ investigative unit. It is dedicated to exposing wrongdoing and uncovering the truth wherever it may be, with focus on stories that impact communities of color in the New York region and beyond. More information here.
Read through a selection of recent articles/stories on its website.
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 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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