Pitches wanted (Michigan politics, elections, people) | $300 to $500 per article

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: MICHIGAN ADVANCE

Susan J. Demas, Editor in Chief of Michigan Advance, is looking for pitches:

If you’re interested in doing long-form journalism like this on Michigan people, policy and politics, the
Michigan Advance accepts freelance pitches info@michiganadvance.com.

More about the award-winning, nonprofit Michigan Advance, our mission and our staff is here: https://michiganadvance.com/about/

No deadline, we take them year round. We are especially interested in Michigan election issues right now so those are our biggest priority.

CONFIDENTIAL NOTE: Reports indicate that this opportunity will pay $300 to $500 per article. 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):

• Questions / submissions: info@michiganadvance.com
• Website: https://michiganadvance.com

TO HELP YOU CRAFT YOUR PITCH:

• Learn more about the publication: The Michigan Advance is a hard-hitting, nonprofit news site covering politics and policy across the state. It features in-depth stories, briefs and social media updates, as well as progressive commentary. More information here.
• Read through a selection of recent politics-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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