EDITORS ON THE HUNT

NATIONAL WILDLIFE MAGAZINE IS LOOKING FOR PITCHES

National Wildlife Magazine features in-depth reporting on wildlife and environmental issues across North America, with occasional global coverage. Topics include conservation, environmental justice, climate change, and public lands. Freelance journalists write most articles, and the magazine prioritizes diverse perspectives. Feature articles typically range from 1,000 to 2,000 words.

Where  to pitch: NWeditor@nwf.org 

CONDÈ NAST IS LOOKING FOR WRITERS BASED IN MONTERREY, MX 

Condè Nast editor Jamie Spain is looking for a travel writer who is either from Monterrey Mexico or knows the area well.

Send your resume and writing samples to:  jamaie_spain@condenast.com 

TYPE INVESTIGATION IS LOOKING FOR PITCHES  ABOUT POLITICAL INFLUENCE.

ABOUT TYPE INVESTIGATION: Type Investigation is a non-profit newsroom dedicated to changing the space for investigative journalism. They’re looking for pitches based on policies, environmental injustice, etc. 

The payment for written features between 3,00-5,00 words, typical budgets range from $3,000 to $6,000 ( including travel and other reporting expenses, as well as the reporting fee)

Where to send to pitch: queries@typemediacenter.org and or other inquiries 

AMY O'BRIEN TECH EDITOR AT VOGUE BUSINESS SEEKS NEW TECH STORIES

Posted on her LinkedIn page, Amy stated “*UPDATE: Please no PR/founder pitches for companies, this is a call for writers who will do their own reporting.

"Happy weekend, freelance tech, fashion and culture writers. I'm on the hunt for features, analysis and news pitches for Vogue Business's tech section! If you've got a compelling, original story that tells us something new and interesting about the latest technologies and how they're being used by fashion brands, consumers, or are changing the way consumers interact with brands, please send it my way. Please take a look at our Vogue Business tech stories to get an idea of our coverage. We are read by a combination of fashion executives and industry professionals, as well as a general consumer audience, especially since we now sit on the Vogue.com homepage. Our audience and coverage is global. We have a focus on the luxury industry, but we're always keen to zoom out and take a look at the bigger picture. Ultimately, how we consume and engage with on and offline media says a lot about where we're at as a society. My email is amy.obrien@condenast.com — hit me up!”

EDITORIAL MOVES

MEET RAFAEL PEÑA, TRAVEL + LEISURE’S NEW COMMERCE WRITER.

Rafael Peña is a travel journalist and advocate for inclusive storytelling in the travel industry. Originally from the Bronx, Peña left a career in event coordination in New York City to travel the world with his wife, which sparked his deep commitment to exploring how travel can be transformative and culturally rich. His work has appeared in major travel outlets including Travel + Leisure, Travel Noire, Black Enterprise, Miami Herald, and Cruise Critic. He’s also the founder of BLUX Travel Club, a platform dedicated to curated experiences BIPOC travelers.

Muck Rack: Rafael Peña

Substrack: iamrafaelpena

Facebook: Rafael Peña 

Instagram: @iamrafaelpena

YouTube:  @iamrafaelpena

Twitter:  @iamrafaelpena

SARAH KINONEN IS STARTING A NEW POSITION AS A BEAUTY DIRECTOR at ALLURE MAGAZINE 

Meet Sara. Sarah Kinonen is a beauty journalist, editor, and Associate Beauty Director at Allure, where she leads the brand’s digital beauty scope and drives reports for Allure.com. She also writes the weekly Skin Check newsletter, which offers expert recommendations on skincare trends, ingredient science, treatments, and product reviews.

With decades of experience, Sarah has covered beauty topics for major outlets, including PEOPLE Magazine, Allure, and Glamour. She continues to address the importance of safety, education, and the guidelines in the beauty community. 

Instagram: @sarahkinonen

EDEN GORDON IS STARTING A NEW POSITION AS A CONTENT WRITER & EDITOR at MENTAL FLOSS 

Meet Eden. Eden Arielle Gordon is a New York-born, San Francisco-based writer, singer-songwriter, and climate activist who focuses on culture, entertainment, travel, history, and social issues. She brings a drive to explore the connection between the arts and communication, particularly when her writing is published in print outlets such as BuzzFeed, POPSUGAR, Slate, Atlas Obscura, and more. Eden infuses her work with insight and context that makes you wonder. 

Twitter: @edenarielmusic

Website: Eden Arielle Gordon 

Instagram: @edenariel7

LEILA COBO HAS BEEN PROMOTED CHIEF CONTENT OF OFFICER FOR LATIN MUSIC & BILLBOARD ESPAÑOL AT BILLBOARD

Meet Leila. Leila Cobo is a Colombian-born journalist, novelist, music-industry expert, recognized as one of the leading authorities on Latin music. She serves as Co–Chief Content Officer for Latin Music & Billboard Español at Billboard, where she manages all Latin music and Spanish-language content across the digital, print, video, podcasts, and all things connected. Through her storytelling, and cultural wisdom, Cobo continues to shape how Latin music is recorded, documented, and celebrated worldwide.

Instagram:@leliacobo

Facebook: Leila Cobo 

EDITORIAL ACCESS

THE 15TH PLEDGE PARTY 

Date: February 7-8, 2026
Location: Paramount Studios Backlot, Los Angeles
Overview: The 15th Pledge Party is a dynamic two-day festival that boldly celebrates culture, entertainment, and community at the iconic Paramount Studios Backlot. Renowned for its high-spirited atmosphere and experiences, this occasion combines music, networking, and opportunities to connect with Hollywood's leaders and local talent alike. Celebrating Black-owned businesses and memorable moments. 

Media credentials: https://tickets.15pp.org/

BLACK HISTORY FILM FESTIVAL - MIAMI 

Date:  February 24, 2026

Location: Miami, Florida

Overview: The Black History Film Festival in Miami showcases the stories and voices of Black filmmakers through a diverse lineup of shorts, features, and documentaries. The festival includes panel discussions, Q&A sessions, and networking opportunities, celebrating Black history and honoring the community through art, peace, and culture.

Media credentials: Black History Film Festival - Miami

BLACK WINE- TOAST TO BLACK WINEMAKERS:

Date:  February 28, 2026 · 2:00 PM 6:00 PM. 

Location: CIEL Creative Space, Berkeley, CA

Overview: Raise your glass to the  Black Winemakers! The annual celebration of Black, which brings together wine enthusiasts, experts, and admirers to try the expensive and always in-demand products, but specifically special because the products are Black-owned, created, and celebrated just in time for Black History Month, this event comes with educational moments and significant networking opportunities that offer a rare invitation into the wine industry.

Media credentials: BLACK WINES 

For more information, contact INFO@BLACKVINES.NET.