Pitches wanted (Roe v Wade) | $300-$1,000 per article
Added 2022-06-27 20:22:17 +0000 UTCCOMPANY/PUBLICATION: PUBLIC SOURCE
In light of today's Roe v Wade decision, if you have a personal story you want to write for us, a story tip or an idea that you think PublicSource reporters should look into: https://www.publicsource.org/pitch-to-publicsource/
Rates are here along with other info about contributing: https://www.publicsource.org/publicsource-policies-for-contributor-freelance-journalist/
We pay $300 for first-person essays (most essays fall between 800-1,200 words), up to $1,000 for investigative stories. Investigative stories include multiple interviews and extensive research and/or use of data and records.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
- Submissions: Via the webform
- Website: https://www.publicsource.org
TO HELP YOU CRAFT YOUR PITCH:
- Learn more about the publication: PublicSource is a nonpartisan, nonprofit, digital-first media organization dedicated to serving Pittsburgh and the region. PublicSource inspires critical thinking and bold ideas through journalism rooted in facts, diverse voices and pursuit of transparency. More information here.
- Read through its selection of recent articles/stories, categorized into: Health, Local Government, Environment, Economy and Housing, Education, Equity, Community Storytelling, Investigations
- 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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