EDITORS ON THE HUNT

From $1-per-word features at National Geographic to research-driven essays for Chemical & Engineering News, editors are searching for bold, original stories right now.

JEN ORTIZ AT THE CUT IS ALWAYS LOOKING FOR PERSONAL ESSAYS

Deputy editor Jen Ortiz at The Cut regularly commissions personal essays that explore culture, identity, and lived experience — Pitch your finest personal essay visions to her editorial inbox and bring your story to life!

Pitch your ideas via cutsubmissions@nymag.com  and check out the to get started.

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC IS SEEKING PITCHES ON THE CHALLENGES OF SCIENCE

Editor Starlight Williams is seeking clear, eye-opening “why now” pitches based on current science. She prefers mixed-methods research on the body, insightful scientific debates, and studies combining conventional insights.

The rate range is $1.00 per word. Send pitches to starlight.williams@natgeo.com 

CHEMICAL & ENGINEERING NEWS IS LOOKING FOR PITCHES ON THE MOLECULAR WORLD AND JOURNALISM. 

Chemical & Engineering News (C&EN) provides acclaimed coverage of chemistry and related areas, attracting chemistry educators and PhD researchers from academia, government, and across scientific fields. Its editors look for stories from around the world about the molecular universe. Freelancers are encouraged to pitch news stories, profiles, features, and multimedia projects. The news typically highlights recent studies or developments affecting chemistry, often linking molecular aspects to world events.

Please email the editor more details at contentpartnerships@acs.org 

THE TORONTO STAR IS LOOKING FOR TRAVEL WRITERS. 

Editor Wing Sze Tang “Hello, travel writers! For the Toronto Star, I’m looking to assign destination features/first-person narratives, personal essays, and timely trend pieces. If you’re an experienced travel journalist with a great idea.” 

Please complete this quick form to introduce yourself and request the pitching guidelines.

OFFRANGE MAGAZINE IS SEEKING PITCHES SURROUNDING FARMING, FISHING & NATURAL LIVING 

Offrange is an independent publication that produces original research and in-depth stories about modern farming and natural resource economies. They focus on how producers are creating promising, resilient businesses by adjusting to global and national economic pressures. They’re currently seeking freelance pitches on agriculture, fishing, public lands, and related resources. 

Rates usually range from $0.50 to $1.00 per word, depending on the writer’s experience and the detail of the story.

Contact Editor: jesse@offrange.org 

THE SICK TIMES 

The Sick Times is a journalist-founded publication chronicling the ongoing Long COVID crisis. They are currently accepting pitches for news features and essays/commentary pieces.

The outlet prioritizes pitches from writers living with Long COVID or related illnesses, as well as those with close, lived experience. 

Rates & Guidelines:

News features (1,500–1,700 words): $1,300

• Publishes 2–3 per month

• Longer features are considered on a case-by-case basis

Essays (1,000–1,200 words): $400

• Publishes 2–3 per month

To pitch: editors@thesicktimes.org

EDITORIAL MOVES

Industry shifts are in full swing across the fashion, beauty, and entertainment sectors as both veterans and rising stars step into new roles. These moves bring fresh vision and resourceful leadership to brands and newsrooms ready for an upgrade. 

BETH GREENFIELD IS THE NEW PARENTING EDITOR AT SHEKNOWS.

Formerly Senior Health Editor, Greenfield has shown the importance of wellness and public health, shaping years of conversation on culture, lifestyle, and family issues. A veteran journalist whose work has appeared in outlets like Yahoo, HuffPost, and Parents, Greenfield has now taken on the role of Parenting Editor at SheKnows.

Email: greenfield.beth@gmail.com 

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bethgreenfield 

SheKnows author page: sheknows.com/authors/beth‑greenfield/ | 

 Instagram: @bethevenyc

CARLY THOMAS HAS BEEN PROMOTED TO SENIOR EDITOR, DIGITAL AT THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER

An Emmy-winning journalist, Thomas has built her career covering entertainment news and culture across film, television, and celebrity media. She'll now lead digital coverage, helping expand the publication's online entertainment presence.

Instagram: @icarlynicolethomas

Website: https://www.carlynicolethomas.com 

:@carly_thomas_

Facebook: Carly Thomas 

KENDALL LANIER, NEW SPORTS REPORTER at WKRN NEWS 2  

Award-winning journalist Kendall Lanier has reported on sports coverage and sideline reporting across collegiate athletics. She started as a Reporter at 10/11 News in Lincoln, Nebraska, covering breaking news and local sports. A Howard University graduate, she now joins WKRN News 2 in Nashville to further her sports media career.

Journalism, Lanier now enters a new chapter as a Sports Reporter at WKRN News 2 in Nashville, continuing to expand her presence in sports media.

Website: https://www.kendalllanier.com/

X @kendall_lanier

Instagram: @kendalllanier

SYDNEY SOLON, NEW SENIOR MANAGER, GLOBAL MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS AT FENTY BEAUTY

Sydney Solon, an expert who specializes in brand strategy and consumer storytelling, has developed go-to-market campaigns for beauty brands such as Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare, Fresh at LVMH, Fenty Beauty, and IMAGE Skincare. She studies at NYU Gallatin, focusing on creative yet strategic connections between consumers and culture. She's excited to support. She now looks forward to her next chapter in the business of Fenty Beauty, continuing to support creation, inclusivity, and impactful work.

Instagram: @syndneysolon

Website:https://www.sydneysolon.com/

NORA DOMINICK, NEW SENIOR TALENT BOOKER & PRODUCER AT BUZZFEED.

After graduating Cum Laude from Emerson College, Nora Dominick began her career in entertainment journalism. She has now taken the role of a Senior Talent Booker and Producer for BuzzFeed Celeb. She oversees talent booking and produces celebrity-focused content across film, television, and entertainment.

Website: https://noradominick.com/ 

Instagram: Nora. dominick

Twitter:noradominick

Facebook: Nora Dominick 

EDITORIAL ACCESS: Media Credentials Opening & Closing March 1st.

Spring’s fashion and beauty calendar is quickly taking shape, with major industry events opening last-call media access. From runway excitements in California to beauty and fashion-tech experiences in Florida; here are three upcoming events for which editors, creators, and press should confirm credentials now.

Los Angeles Fashion Week 

Date: March 13–14

Location:The Lot Studios in West Hollywood.

Los Angeles Fashion Week (LAFW) is the premier West Coast fashion event held every March and October, carving out a unique identity centered on innovation, streetwear, and the intersection of entertainment and technology.  LAFW represents a vital shift away from the rigid traditions of New York and Paris toward a "West Coast cool" narrative that prioritizes multicultural designers and the new guard of digital influence.

Media Application: thebureaufashionweek.com/los-angeles-fashion-week-press/ Applications are currently open but closing very soon. The final deadline for media accreditation is February 28, 2026. 

Ulta Beauty World 

Date: April 15–16

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Ulta Beauty World is a premier immersive event that blends the high-energy of a fan convention with the prestige of a professional trade show, typically held in major hubs like Los Angeles. Unlike traditional beauty expos, it is designed as a high-concept playground that bridges the gap between major luxury brands and the digital-first community, focusing on interactive "villages" that showcase the future of retail and social media trends. 

Official Media Landing Page ulta.com/discover/ultabeautyworld
(Note: Public tickets are currently sold out; media and influencers typically receive direct portal invites.)

Vision Expo East

Date: March 11–14

Location: Orlando, FL 

Vision Expo East stands as the definitive global anchor for the eyewear industry, serving as the ultimate crossroads for high-end frame design, clinical innovation, and retail technology. Typically hosted in major hubs like Orlando, it draws a massive international crowd to debut the latest in luxury optics and cutting-edge vision care. 

Media Registration: visionexpo.com/en-us/media/media-registration.html