Pitches wanted (Saudi Arabia) | 45 cents per word
Added 2023-08-15 16:40:32 +0000 UTCCOMPANY/PUBLICATION: THE NATIONAL
Mona Farag, Gulf Affairs Editor at The National, is looking for pitches:
I'm looking for freelance correspondents in the Saudi Arabia (preferably in Riyadh) who can cover stories for The National. No deadline. You can send me pitches and CVs on mfarag@thenationalnews.com
CONFIDENTIAL NOTE: Reports indicate that this opportunity will pay 45 cents per word. 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: mfarag@thenationalnews.com
- Website: https://www.thenationalnews.com
TO HELP YOU CRAFT YOUR PITCH:
- Learn more about the publication: The National delivers the latest in news, business, arts, culture, lifestyle and sports, while leading the region in analytical content and commentary. It is committed to serving the local community while delivering a strong international perspective. More information here.
- Read through a selection of recent Saudi Arabia-related articles/stories on its website.
- Review the pitching tips here. Note that these are general pitching tips 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 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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