EDITORS LOOKING FOR PITCH STORIES
EDITORS LOOKING FOR PITCH STORIES
Vox is accepting pitches for several sections:
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Future Perfect: Focuses on global poverty, existential risks, animal welfare, and moral philosophy.
Bryan Walsh: Editor, Future Perfect & Editorial Director for Tech, Climate, and World
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Money: Covers economic trends, consumer behavior, and business scandals.
Libby Nelson: Editorial Director, Politics & Policy
Angela Chen – Senior Editor, Policy, Politics, and Idea
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Technology: Explores how technology impacts culture, politics, and the environment.
Adam Clark Estes – Senior Technology Correspondent,
Climate: Seeks stories that clarify climate change causes, impacts, and Solutions.
Paige Vega – Climate Editor
https://www.vox.com/pages/how-to-pitch-vox-pitching-guidelines
WIRED Opinion
WIRED accepts op-ed submissions on technology, business, culture, and science. Submissions should be timely, under 1,000 words, and present a distinct viewpoint. Include a complete draft, a summary of the thesis, and a brief bio.
https://www.wired.com/about/how-to-pitch-stories-to-wired/
First East
Film East's fifth film criticism book is starting production, and is accepting pitches from critics, journalists and creatives all over the world!
Shelby Cooke is the Editor-in-Chief of Film East.
All articles featured in the book will be around 1,200-1,500 words
The deadline for pitches is 16 June at midnight.
You will be notified of the outcome of your pitch by 30 June.
If your pitch is selected, you will need to submit your completed article by September 2025
Send your pitch to contactfilmeast@gmail.com!
Peace Insight!
Write for Peace Insight! We are always seeking pitches for new content from local peacebuilders, as well as journalists deeply connected to locally led peacebuilding.
Jennifer Venis: Senior Communications Officer at Peace Direct and Commissioning Editor for Peace Insight.
🔗https://www.peaceinsight.org/en/
Observer
Observer is a website about business, arts, and entertainment. Their arts editor is seeking pitches related to major museum exhibitions for the period from August to December. Rates are $250. If interested, direct your pitches to artnews@observer.com. The Art Section at the Observer is Christa Terry, who serves as the Arts Editor.
Business Insider
Deputy Editor Conz Preti is looking for an international student who was/is on a student visa and attended Harvard to write an essay about their experience for Business Insider. Rates for Business Insider personal essays usually start at around $220 for 600-700 words. Send pitches to cpreti@insider.com.
STAT
STAT is seeking intelligent, compelling, and original reporting that takes readers inside the world of health, medicine, and scientific discovery. They are interested in ideas that align with their focus on health and science.
https://www.statnews.com/pitch-guidelines/
MIT Technology Review
MIT Technology Review is seeking pitches on technology and power, with a payment of $1 to $2 per word. They are interested in stories that delve into the intersection of technology and societal structures.
The Liberalist
At The Liberalist, they are dedicated to advancing freedom, prosperity, and human flourishing through insightful and impactful publications. We invite journalists, writers, thinkers, and advocates of freedom to share their ideas and contribute to our mission.
The following subjects: Economic Freedom, Political Freedom, Human Rights, Technology and Innovation, and Cultural Perspectives.
Email your pitch to editorial@theliberalist.org with the subject line “Pitch: [Your Title].”
Include your pitch in the body of your email.
Include a brief bio (2-3 sentences) with your submission, mentioning any relevant experience or background.
https://theliberalist.org/submit-a-pitch/
EDITORIAL JOB OPPORTUNITY
Opening For An Executive Editor at The New York Amsterdam News.
One of the nation’s oldest and most influential Black newspapers is hiring! Are you a visionary journalist with a passion for community reporting and a deep understanding of the media landscape? The New York Amsterdam News is seeking a driven and experienced Executive Editor to lead the next chapter of our legacy.
We’re looking for an editorial leader who brings:
A strong background in journalism, particularly in community-focused reporting
Experience managing editorial teams and content strategies
A connection to and/or reporting experience with communities of color and/or New York City
A vision to uphold our journalistic excellence and amplify underrepresented voices
This is a New York City–based position, with flexible work options available.
Deadline: Friday, June 6, 2025, at 5 p.m. ET Projected Start Date: July 2025
To apply, please submit the following in PDF format to jobs@amsterdamnews.com with the subject line: Executive Editor https://amsterdamnews.com/editor/
INTRODUCING NEW EDITORS
Mekishana Pierre, NEW Editor, @Entertainment Weekly. Brings storytelling that delves into the evolving nuances of pop culture, with a particular emphasis on Black entertainment, celebrity narratives
Stephanie Guerilus, NEW WEEKEND NEWS Editor, @PEOPLE.COM. Stephanie contributes to Entertainment Weekly, writing features on major entertainment news and legal developments
Rashad Grove, NEW SPORTS NEWS Editor, @BET, Produces a strong commitment to amplifying Black voices and narratives in sports and entertainment. His reporting blends cultural insight with journalistic rigor, often exploring the intersections of race, identity, and media.
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BET AWARDS 2025
📆 June 9, 2025 at Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, California
This milestone event will honor 25 years of cultural excellence, spotlighting the most influential names in music, film, television, and sports
The ESSENCE Festival of Culture
Annual celebration of Black culture, music, and empowerment
July 4-6 at 9:30 am CST, with programming running from 10:00 am to 4:00 at the Ernst N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center BLVD, New Orleans, LA
The ESSENCE Festival of Culture 2025 at 6:00 PM each night.
July 4-6, Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana.
EBONY Power 100 Gala
The EBONY Power 100 Gala shines a bold light on Black excellence—honoring our history, uplifting our music, redefining fashion, and capturing moments that move culture forward.
June 13, 2025 in Los Angeles, CA
