Pitches wanted for AAPI month | up to $500+ per article

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: ESQUIRE

Sirena He, Assistant Editor at Esquire, is looking for pitches:

Are you an AAPI writer with an abundance of stories that are culturally relevant, resonant and reflective? Would you like to contribute a story to Esquire's culture vertical for AAPI month? If that sounds like you, please hit my line: sirena.he@hearst.com

I am interested in pitches about a film anniversary that you're passionate about/have unique perspective on, a musical artist/interview that you think more people should know about, a food/drink phenomenon you can shed light on, a style trend that's unique to your cultural experience.

CONFIDENTIAL NOTE: Reports indicate that Esquire pays up to $500+ per article. It is recommended that you discuss the rate(s) with the editor upon the acceptance of your pitch.

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

• Questions/submissions: sirena.he@hearst.com

• Website: https://www.esquire.com/

TO HELP YOU CRAFT YOUR PITCH:

• Learn more about the publication: Esquire is a one-stop shop for lifestyle advice (cars, culture, grooming, gadgets, food, fashion and more) and a showcase for brilliant journalism and photography. It aims to define, reflect and celebrate what it means o be a man in contemporary American culture.

• Read through a selection of recent AAPI-related 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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