Stylists Suite News - October 24th Edition

Hey, it’s Darralynn Hutson, founder of Stylists Suite. Freelancing in real life: I just invoiced Sheen Magazine for my NYFW article… and had to tell a brand their dress didn’t make the cut. Highs, lows, repeat.

This week, Stylists Suite goes behind a paywall. All the editor intel, tips, and strategies you’ve been following? Now they’re curated to actually help you level up your media career.

Freelance life is messy, but your strategy doesn’t have to be. Let’s make moves that matter.

EDITORS ON THE HUNT 

With the close of October, the days will continue to grow shorter, and autumn will begin to settle in. Still, the drive and hustle of one's career and aspirations will remain, along with opportunities and celebrations.

FODORS TRAVEL INVITES NEW WRITERS TO SUBMIT SPICY PITCHES

Fodor's is looking for some hot takes for our recurrent series, Hot Takes, in which we invite writers to share a take that will stir up conversation and debate. Here are some recent examples:

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The spicier the taste, the better. If you have a hot take that you'd like to pitch.

PITCH TO: pitches@fodors.com - with the subject line "Hot Take." Typical rate is around $300.

Eater Chicago just updated their submission form on October 10th.

If you didn’t know, Eater Chicago is a local food site that reports on restaurants and bars, dining and dining trends, food pop-ups and food trucks, and the business of restaurants throughout the metro area. It is part of the Eater network and under the Vox Media umbrella.

Eater Chicago is inviting freelance writers to pitch story ideas that capture the region's vibrant dining scene. They encourage freelancers to pitch ideas and work with editors to refine them. 

How to Pitch: All pitches should include a subject matter with a clear angle (Ask yourself: What is the headline here?) and why the story is relevant to the dining scene in Chicago or beyond Chicago — in other words, “Why should readers care?”

Send pitches to chicago@eater.com. Please include the word “Pitch” in the email subject line.

BuzzFeed's Head of Tasty Editorial Needs Spicy Dining Stories

Ross Yoder, Buzzfeed’s Head of Tasty Editorial, posted earlier this year, but we wanted to revisit it. 

This year, I'm starting a new chapter with BuzzFeed, Inc. as Head of Tasty Editorial. As thrilled as I am to help guide this new endeavor for the brand, I’m even MORE excited about finding new talent to collaborate with. Are you a food- or cooking-obsessed freelance writer looking for work? 

I’m looking for freelance food writers to contribute evergreen and timely stories on home cooking and trending food & dining moments — all with an approachable, down-to-earth POV. At Tasty, we meet home cooks and food enthusiasts where they are, so my mission is to produce content that appeals to the food-loving masses…regardless of how much experience they have or what their checking account balance looks like. 

Ideally, I’m seeking repeat contributors to write articles on a regular basis, which will be a mix of pitches and assignments. 

If this sounds like you, with your idea(s) and/or 2–3 links to recent writing samples. (Apologies in advance that I may not have the time to respond to every pitch!)

PITCH STORY IDEA TO:  tasty-freelance-pitches@buzzfeed.com   

Eater Twin Cities is Inviting Freelancers to Pitch

If you didn’t know, Twin Cities is a local food site that reports on restaurants and bars, dining and dining trends, food pop-ups and food trucks, and the business of restaurants throughout the metro area. It is part of the Eater network and under the Vox Media umbrella.

Eater Twin Cities invites freelance writers to pitch story ideas that capture the region's vibrant dining scene. They encourage freelancers to pitch ideas and work with editors to refine them. 

How to Pitch: All pitches should include a subject matter with a clear angle (Ask yourself: What is the headline here?) and why the story is relevant to the dining scene in Twin Cities or beyond Twin Cities — in other words, “Why should readers care?”

SEND PITCH IDEAS TO to twincities@eater.com. Please include the word “Pitch” in the email subject line.

BUSINESS INSIDER LIFESTYLE IS SEEKING NEW PITCHES

Lydia Wang, Editor, posted this week that she’s looking for lifestyle pitches, and I'd love to work with new writers! Lifestyle pieces can speak to love, unconventional travel "hacks," or a unique living situation. Their pay rates start at $240 for stories around 600 words.

There are a few different topics in the lifestyle/food/travel realm on there, but I’d especially love to hear from you if:

• You moved to a new city, state, or country, and your life or lifestyle improved (or didn’t!)

• You have a unique living situation/lifestyle that works well for you (kind of broad, I know — but you’ll find some examples on my form!)

If your story sounds like a fit or if I have any further questions, I'll be in touch to set up a quick phone call! Due to the sheer volume of pitches our team receives, I may not be able to respond to every pitch — if you don't hear back from me in three weeks, you can assume we're passing at this time.

For more information, fill out the form at the link. Click the link. 

MYHEALTHTEAM is Seeking New Medical Writers

Sara Michael, EVP, Content at MyHealthTeam posted recently that she was seeking:

Freelance medical writers (especially my editorial folks recently impacted by layoffs!) 👋: we're looking for experienced health and medical writers at MyHealthTeam. A few notes on what we're looking for:

- Proven ability to synthesize medical research for a consumer audience

- Writers who can commit to at least an article a week

- Commitment to hitting deadlines and producing high-quality content

The rate is $300/article. If you're interested, fill out the form in the comments. Reach out with questions. And learn more about us at https://myhealthteam.com/. Thanks!

Planetizen pays a Flat Fee of $500 for Features on Planning

Planetizen is “a fiercely independent platform that creates, curates, and amplifies stories and resources to inform planning and people passionate about planning.” They’re always seeking feature article pitches that offer an expert lens to the key planning issues of today. They offer professional writers a flat rate of $500 for a feature or career-related article.

SEND PITCHES TO: editor@planetizen.com. To learn more, refer to their post and this page.

MILTON MAGAZINE LOOKING FOR WRITERS 

Marissa Donelan, Senior Associate Director of Content for Magazine, is looking for experienced, brilliant business-based writers who can provide compelling financial, investment, and management-oriented articles, the type of pieces that the audience can instantly be wow’d by. 

Milton Magazine is Milton Academy's award-winning alumni publication with a diverse, international audience of intelligent readers who love learning about their fellow Milton grads' work and impact.

For more information, please reach out to Marissa through her LinkedIn and send her a message with your contact information. 

EDITORIAL MOVES

This week’s Editorial Moves highlights professionals stepping into new roles that influence at media platforms like The LA Local, NBCUniversal, Mild Honey Pie, Emerald, and Yahoo.

AMIR VERA, NEW LOCAL EDITOR at THE LA LOCAL 

Meet Amir Vera, a digital news leader and journalist. He started working at two Virginia newspapers: The Progress‑Index in Petersburg and The Virginian‑Pilot in Norfolk. Amir joined CNN Digital, diving into national coverage and has written for platforms like AOL, Yahoo, and the St. Louis Post Dispatch. For over a decade, his work has drawn the attention of millions of readers across print and digital platforms.

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/17Ua36N2V2/?mibextid=wwXIfr

ANDREW BOUCHAHINE, NEW MARKETING PRODUCER at NBCUNIVERSAL 

Meet Andrew Bouchahine, a two-time Emmy-winning storyteller who first captivated audiences on his YouTube Channel, "Mister Congeniality." His creativity led to many opportunities including becoming a producer at NBCUniversal.

Instagram: andrew_bouch

YouTube: Andrew Bouchahine

JESSICA TEICH, NEW STYLE REVIEWS at YAHOO 

Meet Jessica Tiech, an editorial leader whose work has appeared on national broadcasts and platforms, including TODAY, Good Housekeeping, ELLE, and CBS This Morning. 

Instagram: Jessicarteich

Muck Rack: Jessica Teich

PRIYA SRIDHAR, NEW PENTAGON CORRESPONDENT at MSNBC

Meet Priya Sridhar, an Emmy-winning journalist and dedicated advocate for diversity in media. 

Her career in journalism includes positions at NBC affiliates in Maine, Chicago, and Washington, D.C. Priya has covered many national and international stories, including the Ferguson shooting, the Vaccination Mandate, and Laid off San Diego Teachers. Priya is also an officer in the U.S. Navy Reserve and an Advisory Board Member of Military Veterans in Journalism.

Instagram: priyareporter

EDITORIAL ACCESS

These events grab attention, spark conversations, and ignite excitement, celebrating heritage, harmony, and autumn fun that ultimately would make long-lasting storytelling memories. 

FALL FESTIVAL AT GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Date: October 26, 2025 – 4:00–6:00 PM

Location: Grace United Methodist Church, 3700 Cottage Grove Ave, Des Moines, IA

Overview: A family-friendly fall festival featuring trunk-or-treat, fun, arts, tunes, and seasonal festivities that's celebrated in a comfortable environment for family and friends in this autumn weather. 

WE ARE FAMILY! — HBCU ALUMNI WEEKEND LAS VEGAS

Date: October 24–25, 2025

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Overview: It's a two-day festivity connecting former students from HBCUs across the nation and featuring R&B talent (featuring Maxwell & Lucky Daye), live events, and the one-of-a-kind Las Vegas HBCU Classic football game between Grambling State & Jackson State at Allegiant Stadium. It's going to be a Vibe!

DALLAS FASHION WEEK – THE BUREAU EDITION

Date: October 23–26, 2025
Location: The Statler Hotel, Dallas, TX

Overview: This edition of Dallas Fashion Week by The Bureau presents four days of runway exhibitions at The Statler, showcasing dozens of designers who have been featured in many runway shows. It's considered one of the city's premier fashion favorites. 

Media credentials: https://thebureaufashionweek.com/press-fashion-week-registration/