75+ calls for journalism/writing pitches (July 21, 2025)
Just in case you needed reminding…
(intro repost from Jan 2024)
Do not wait. Do not plan for perfection. Those circumstances are idyllic and rare, perhaps impossible. There will always be an excuse, a distraction, another thing. Make the first mark, and make it badly. Envision the imperfect, loosely structured ugliness of the first attempt, and aim for its heart. Creation is a process not an end. The result isn’t up to you. Quality is for others to debate. You must simply make. Produce. Allow your being to show itself. Be true. Be busy. Success and failure do not exist. Only process. Only production. Make, produce and create like one day you will die.
Calls for pitches below.
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Travel Writing Skool - learn to sell your travel stories to paying outlets
Pitchwhiz - create a portfolio, find work, pitch stories
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🔹 CITY AM THE MAGAZINE SEEKS PITCHES FOR SEPTEMBER ISSUE
[Business/finance] | Publication: City AM The Magazine
Fee: Unknown | Deadline: Unknown
City AM The Magazine is looking for pitches for its September issue. Interested contributors can submit their ideas to Steve or contact Adam Bloodworth via email for more details.
Source: https://x.com/Adamzx/status/1942912540125647061
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🔹 PRISM REPORTS INVITES PITCHES ON U.S. IMPERIALISM AND PALESTINE
[News] | Publication: Prism Reports
Fee: $0.50 per word | Deadline: Unknown
Prism Reports has revised its guidelines to accept pitches focusing on U.S. imperialism and Palestine, regardless of a direct U.S. angle. They emphasize the importance of covering global consequences of U.S. policies and welcome contributions from journalists in Gaza and the West Bank.
Source: https://bsky.app/profile/femmfeministe.bsky.social/post/3ltflszewac2m
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🔹 ANGEL MENDOZA SEEKING PART-TIME SOCIAL MEDIA EDITORS FOR COLLABORATION
[Business/finance] | Publication: Angel Mendoza
Fee: Unknown | Deadline: Unknown
Angel Mendoza is looking for social media editors interested in part-time work. Interested individuals are encouraged to send a direct message to discuss potential opportunities.
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🔹 PROPUBLICA'S EMERGING REPORTERS PROGRAM FOR ASPIRING JOURNALISTS
[News] | Publication: Pro Publica
Fee: $9,000 | Deadline: August 18, 9 a.m. ET
ProPublica offers a program for aspiring journalists, providing $9,000 stipends, mentoring, and a conference trip. Open to undergraduate juniors and seniors facing financial barriers. Apply by Monday, Aug. 18, at 9 a.m. ET.
Source: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/propublica/jobs/4577283006
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🔹 IRE OFFERS CASH AWARDS FOR INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISM PROJECTS
[News] | Publication: Investigative Reporters & Editors
Fee: $2,000-4,000 | Deadline: Sept. 29, 2025
The Freelance Fellowship provides cash awards to assist independent journalists with investigative projects. Proposals for long-form and short-term works are accepted, with priority given to topics like whistleblowers and business ethics. Deadline for applications is September 29, 2025.
Source: https://www.ire.org/training/fellowships-and-scholarships/freelance-fellowship
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🔹 BLACKFLASH MAGAZINE SEEKS PITCHES ON 'PATTERNS' FOR WINTER 2026 ISSUE
[Art & culture] | Publication: Black Flash Magazine
Fee: $1,000 | Deadline: July 25, 2025
BlackFlash Magazine invites pitches for its Winter 2026 issue themed 'Patterns'. Submissions should explore pattern recognition in visual culture. Pitches must be under 250 words and can include features, interviews, artist profiles, and projects. Deadline: July 25, 2025.
Source: https://blackflash.ca/2025/07/02/call-for-pitches-patterns/
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🔹 DAME MAGAZINE SEEKS ENGAGING STORY PITCHES ON INTERSECTIONAL TOPICS
[News] | Publication: DAME
Fee: $350-750 | Deadline: Unknown
DAME Magazine invites writers to pitch stories that are unexpected, emotional, and human-centric. They pay $350-750 for reported stories based on length and reporting level. Pitches should be well-developed and relevant to current issues.
Source: https://www.damemagazine.com/pitch-dame
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🔹 ALLISON C. MEIER SEEKS WRITERS FOR TIMELY TALES ON RARE BOOKS AND EPHEMERA
[Art & culture] | Publication: Fine Books Magazine
Fee: $200-600 | Deadline: Unknown
Allison C. Meier is looking for new writers to share timely stories about rare books and ephemera. Interested writers can submit their ideas via email at allison@finebooksmagazine.com.
Source: https://bsky.app/profile/allisoncmeier.bsky.social/post/3ltklvlp3ec2s
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🔹 SEEKING PERSONAL STORIES ON MILESTONES AND REGRETS FOR COMMISSION
[Lifestyle] | Publication: X (Twitter)
Fee: Unknown | Deadline: Unknown
Commission opportunity for personal reflections on milestones and regrets. Writers are invited to share experiences about actions taken before certain ages, such as marriage or having children, and any regrets associated with those decisions. Contact maybelle.morgan@theipaper.com for submissions.
Source: https://x.com/maybelle_morgan/status/1943313028536991809