Pitches wanted (future of work) | ~$600 per article

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: BBC WORKLIFE

Meredith Turits, Editor of BBC Worklife, is looking for pitches:

Journalism and media are rough right now. BBC Worklife is open to pitches on the future of work, and I would love to commission writers who've been affected by industry layoffs. Please send feature ideas to meredith.turits@bbc.com.

Please thoroughly read our pitching guidelines before reaching out. https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20200417-bbc-worklife-author-brief

CONFIDENTIAL NOTE: Reports indicate that this opportunity will pay $600 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: meredith.turits@bbc.com
• Website: https://www.bbc.com/worklife/

TO HELP YOU CRAFT YOUR PITCH:

• Learn more about the publication: BBC Worklife is a global guide to getting ahead. It aims to embody this era of dramatic developments in technology, society and the global economy; and be the trusted guide to work, life and success. From side hustles to 100-year lifespans to automated hiring, BBC Worklife helps its audience navigate disruption, build meaningful careers, broaden the definition of accomplishment and highlight the people thinking differently to get ahead in life. More information here.
• Read through its selection of recent articles/stories, categorized into: How We Work, How We Live, How We Think, Hello Hybrid
• Review the submission guidelines here.
• 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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