Pitches wanted (healthcare) (worldwide) | ~50 to 60 cents per word

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: HEALTHYWOMEN 

Kim Ledgerwood, Editorial Director at HealthyWomen, is looking  for pitches:

I am looking for experienced Writers of Color to join my freelance team at HealthyWomen, writing about healthcare topics. Send clips to me at kim@healthywomen.org.

Our rates vary, depending on what type of piece it is. We have listicles, infographics, 101 style pieces, fast facts, features. Our features are the highest paying.

Deadline: No deadline. I'm always looking for experienced, talented writers to fill my freelance roster.

Open to international writers? If they can write fluently in American English, sure.

CONFIDENTIAL NOTE: Reports indicate that this opportunity will pay $500-$600 for features of 1,000 words. It is recommended that you discuss the rate(s) with the editor/employer prior to commencing work.

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

• Submissions: kim@healthywomen.org
• Website: https://www.healthywomen.org/

TO HELP YOU CRAFT YOUR PITCH:

• Learn more about the publication: HealthyWomen is dedicated to educating women in the middle (ages 35 to 64) to make informed health decisions, to advocate for themselves and to prioritize their health and wellness. It connects with women through fact-based, expert-sourced content, and creative evidence-based programming. HealthyWomen aims to keep women's health part of the national dialogue by raising awareness to decision makers about the impact health policy has on women and families. More information here.
• Read through its selection of recent stories/articles, categorized into: Your Health, Your Wellness, Your Care, Real Women, Real Stories, Conditions and Treatments
• 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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