♕STUDY HALL OPPORTUNITIES 03/15/2024♕

CALLS FOR PITCHES 

Please note that we are not endorsing every publication or company listed here. Engaging with a publication or company is entirely up to the reader. We currently split pitch calls into three sections: Time-Sensitive (Above Fair Rates), Evergreen (Above Fair Rates), and Time-Sensitive + Evergreen (Below Fair Rates) — and sort each section by highest to lowest rates. We currently define “fair rates” as above $200 USD for around 700-800 words and above $0.20 per word for longer pieces. However, we cannot guarantee that every publication pays this rate. If you have more information on a rate or exploitative business practices from a publication posted, email [email protected].

TIME-SENSITIVE PITCH CALLS (ABOVE FAIR RATES)

NEW: –Light & Seed, a publication of the National Forest Foundation, is looking for pitches of personal essays on “how you’ve been able to connect to or rely on a National Forest or Grassland despite residing in a major city” for its upcoming Winter/Spring 2025 issue. The rate is $1,000 for 1,000 words. See our Opportunity Finder listing or their pitch guide for more info, and send pitches to [email protected] by March 27.

–New Lines Magazine‘s North Africa editor, Erin Clare Browne, is looking for pitches for two verticals at the magazine that will run in June, July, and August. One is Spotlight, a newsletter about underreported news and cultural trends from around the world. The other is pitches of “insightful, complex, and provocative stories that tackle the culture and intellectual life of North Africa, the Sahel, and Francophone West Africa.” Spotlight features are usually $600 and regular essays are $800. See our Opportunity Finder listing or their pitch guide for more info, and send pitches to [email protected] by next Friday, March 22.

NEW: –The Drift is looking for pitches of fiction and nonfiction stories and essays “driven by sharp, surprising argumentative interventions in ongoing conversations.” These may include: socially engaged cultural criticism; class-sensitive analysis; pieces that point out what’s being avoided or talked around in politics, media, arts, or even academia. The rate is $500-$1,000 for short stories and $2,000 for essays. See our Opportunity Finder listing or their essay pitch guide for more info. Send essay pitches to [email protected] and fiction pitches to  [email protected]. 

–Parks & Rec Business (PRB) is looking for pitches of stories about waterparks for their July issue. “Tell us all about your slides, obstacle courses, lazy rivers, and everything in-between.” The rate is $400 for 1,200-word articles. See our Opportunity Finder listing or their pitch guide for more info, and send pitches to Northstar Publishing Inc.’s editor, Jefferey Spivey, at [email protected] by April 5. 

NEW: –The Daily Beast‘s Senior Editor of Innovation, Tony Hồ Trần, is looking for pitches of “stories focused on solutions-oriented climate technology (e.g., geoengineering, infrastructure, future cities/communities)” for Earth Day. The rates are typically $350-$450 for 800-1,200 word stories, but they “can definitely offer more depending on the scope of the story.” See our Opportunity Finder listing or their pitch guide for more info, and send pitches to [email protected] or @TonyHoWasHere on Twitter by April 5.

NEW: –Discover Britain editor Sally Coffey is looking for pitches on Sussex (ideally with a quirky/meet the makers-type slant) and a writer for a D Day piece (ideally an expert in the field). The rate is around $318.57 (or £250) for 1,000-1,200 words. See our Opportunity Finder listing for more info, and send pitches to [email protected] by this Tuesday, March 19 by 9am GMT.

 

–100 Days in Appalachia columnist Rainesford Stauffer is looking for pitches of opinion pieces, essays, reporting, or photography from Appalachian “folks ages teen-24.” They are “actively looking for April pieces,” but you can pitch at any time. No prior experience is required. The rates start at $200 for opinion and $300 for reporting and increase based on the scope of work. See our Opportunity Finder listing for more info and send pitches to [email protected]. 

EVERGREEN PITCH CALLS (ABOVE FAIR RATES)

NEW: -The Economic Hardship Reporting Project is always looking for pitches of first-person essays, reported features, and op-eds about economic inequality. They are specifically looking for pitches on housing and eviction, gig and frontline work, especially first-hand accounts, and religion where it intersects with income inequality, among other topics. The rates range from $800-$1,500 for news stories, and $1-$1.25 per word for bigger features. See our Opportunity Finder listing or their pitch guide for more info, and send pitches through their new pitch portal.

NEW: –WIRED‘s senior editor, Leah Feiger, is always looking for pitches of political features on “disinfo, online extremism and conspiracies, tech legislation, influencers and grifters, AI in politics, and anything strange or manipulative in that vein.” The rates start at $500. See our Opportunity Finder listing or their pitch guide for more info, including contact info for other editors. Send politics pitches to Leah at [email protected]. 

NEW: –Broadview Magazine‘s new associate editor, Ayesha Habib, is always looking for pitches of opinion/memoir pieces that touch on either a faith, ethical living, or justice theme” for the Perspective and Disruptor sections. The rates are $0.56 USD ($0.75 CAD) per word for the opinion pieces (around 500 words), and flat rates of $674 CAD (or $499 USD) for 1,350-word Q&As and $275 CAD (or $204 USD) for 550-word Q&As. See our Opportunity Finder listing or their pitch guide for more info, including contact info for other editors. Send Perspective and Disruptors pitches to Ayesha at [email protected]. 

NEW: –Burnaway‘s new Carolinas editor, Robert Alan Grand, is always looking for pitches of reviews of exhibitions in NC/SC or interviews/studio visits with artists closely connected to the Carolinas. See our Opportunity Finder listing or their pitch guide for more info, including contact info for other editors. Send Carolina’s pitches to [email protected], and please include: 1-2 paragraphs w/ your idea and its tie to NC/SC, 2-3 samples of previous writing, and “Pitch” in the subject line. 

NEW: -IndieWire’s executive TV editor, Erin Strecker, is always looking for pitches of reported features on TV, including reality TV coverage with sharp angles about what is and isn’t working, analysis on new comedy specials, and trend pieces.They are not looking for straight reviews, and always want original reporting. The rates start at $300 for essays and reported content, “but that can be negotiable depending on the assignment.” See our Opportunity Finder listing or their pitch guide for more info, including contact info for other editors. Send TV pitches to Erin at [email protected]. 

TIME-SENSITIVE + EVERGREEN PITCH CALLS (BELOW FAIR RATES) 

NEW: –Acacia, a magazine of politics and culture for the Muslim left, is looking for pitches on the 2024 Presidential election, the genocide in Palestine, and humanitarian catastrophes in Sudan and the Congo. They are also looking for pitches of poetry, short stories, and timely reviews. Please note, you do not need to be Muslim to contribute. The starting rates range from $150-$700. See our Opportunity Finder listing the pitch guide for more info, including how to pitch. The pitch deadline is next Friday, March 22.

NEW: -Hi Shelly, a pop culture newsletter from Shelli Nicole, is looking for pitches from Black lesbian writers who “have a dope angle where you talk about The Iron Claw AND Love Lies Bleeding.” The rate is $150 for 650-750 words. See our Opportunity Finder listing for more info, and send pitches to [email protected] by this Monday, March 18.

–Cunning Folk Magazine is looking for pitches of “interviews with musicians and artists, personal essays, articles, rituals, poetry, and short fiction” on the theme of Sound and Vision. “Due to limited capacity, we are not open to fiction submissions from North America at this time.” The rate is £100 ($126.57 USD) for each commissioned article and short story. See our Opportunity Finder listing or their pitch guide for more info, and send pitches to [email protected] by this Wednesday, March 20.

NEW: –Museletter, Jess Delfino’s insider comedy Substack newsletter with 9k+ subscribers, is always looking for pitches from writers with “great stand up comedy related stories and experiences, all backgrounds welcome.” The rates range from $100-$150 for 300-500 words. See our Opportunity Finder listing or read the newsletter for more background on what she’s looking for. Send pitches to [email protected]. 

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FREELANCE, PART-TIME, AND TEMPORARY JOBS 

NEW: -Urban Green Council is hiring a grants writer and coordinator on a part-time, six-month contract to “oversee the grant writing and coordination activities of its 15-person organization that works to decarbonize buildings for healthy and resilient communities.” Candidates should have a “proven track record of successfully securing grants for non-profit organizations.” “Most employees live in the greater NYC area, but we would consider a remote hire for this position.” The rate is $50 per hour. See our Opportunity Finder listing or the job page for more info and apply through the online application.

NEW: -Christie’s Auction House is hiring an NYC-based features writer and editor on a temporary contract. Candidates should have at least two years of “digital editorial experience at a fast-paced online publication or content studio, preferably in arts and/or luxury space,” and “demonstrated art historical knowledge, from classics through contemporary art.” The rate ranges from $26-$30 per hour. See our Opportunity Finder listing for more info and apply through the job page by March 25. 

NEW: -The International Studio & Curatorial Program (ISCP) is hiring an NYC-based development associate on a part-time contract to help manage its development administration, assist with grant writing and reporting, and coordinate fundraising events. Candidates should have at least three years of experience in development, preferably in a nonprofit environment. The position pays $26.50 per hour and requires working 16 hours per week. See our Opportunity Finder listing or the job page for more info, including how to apply. “Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.”

–NPR is hiring a supervising editor on a temporary, six-month contract for Code Switch, its podcast on race and identity. Candidates should have at least eight years of broadcast or audio experience, in roles of increasing responsibility, and at least five years of experience editing the work of others. The position is remote-friendly, and the anticipated hourly rate is $69.18. See our Opportunity Finder listing for more info and apply through the job page by this Sunday, March 17.

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FULL-TIME JOURNALISM JOBS

NORTHEAST

NEW: -Providence Preservation Society (PPS) is hiring a Providence, RI-based planning and preservation writer to lead the organization’s communications efforts. Candidates should have at least one year of professional journalism experience as a metro or related beat reporter. The salary range is $55,000-$62,000. See our Opportunity Finder listing or the job page for more info, including how to apply. The application deadline is April 1.

SOUTHEAST

–City Cast Nashville is hiring for multiple positions, including a producer to help launch a daily news and culture podcast and a newsletter editor to be the voice of its daily local newsletter. The salary range is $55,000-$75,000 for both positions. See our Opportunity Finder listing for more info and apply through the job page by this Monday, March 18.

CENTRAL

NEW: –The Oxford American is hiring a Conway, AK-based associate editor to oversee all aspects of the magazine’s publication. Candidates should have some editorial experience with a comparable publication and an established network of writers. The salary range is $41,000-$43,000. Send inquiries about the position to editor-in-chief Danielle Amir Jackson at [email protected]. See our Opportunity Finder listing or the job page for more info. “Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.”

TEXAS

-City Cast Austin is hiring for multiple positions, including a podcast host and a producer to help launch a daily news and culture podcast, and a newsletter editor to be the voice of its daily local newsletter. The salary ranges are $80,000-$105,000 for the podcast host and $55,000-$75,000 for the producer and newsletter editor. See our Opportunity Finder listing for more info and apply through the job page by this Monday, March 18.

REMOTE-FRIENDLY

–The New Republic is hiring an associate writer to join the breaking news desk, “writing about politics from a progressive viewpoint.” Candidates should have at least one year of professional experience. The salary range is $65,000-$70,000. The position is covered by the NewsGuild of New York and is remote, but you must be based in Connecticut, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, or Washington, D.C. See our Opportunity Finder listing for more info and apply through the job page. The application deadline is March 24, but “please apply ASAP if you’re interested, as we’ll be reviewing applications on a rolling basis.”

INTERNATIONAL

-The Gecko Project is hiring an investigations editor to help manage a small team of reporters as they expose how officials and corporations exploit the environment for private gain.” Candidates should have at least three years of experience overseeing investigations for a media organization. They will consider candidates based in time zones between UTC and UTC+8, “with a preference for candidates based in the UK or Indonesia.” The salary listed (£60,000 [or $76,330.50 USD]) is for a candidate based in the UK. The salary offered may vary based on your location. See our Opportunity Finder listing or the job page for more info, including how to apply. The application deadline is March 29. 

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OTHER FULL-TIME JOBS 

NEW YORK CITY

NEW: -Child Mind Institute is hiring an NYC-based executive communications writer to create written materials on behalf of executive leadership to advance organizational priorities. Candidates should have at least five years of experience in “journalism, nonprofit communications, internal/corporate communications, or a related field.” The salary range is $90,825-$113,531. See our Opportunity Finder listing for more info and apply through the job page.

NEW: -Penguin Random House is hiring an NYC-based editorial assistant for its Berkley imprint, which focuses on fantasy, horror, and speculative fiction. Candidates should be “an avid reader who reads across genres, keeps up with reading trends, and has a strong interest in commercial fiction.” The salary is $48,000. See our Opportunity Finder listing for more info and apply through the job page.

WASHINGTON, DC

NEW: -The Folger Shakespeare Library, located on Capitol Hill, is hiring a senior communications manager to join the Marketing and Communications team. Candidates should have at least eight years of communications, public relations, or journalism experience. The salary range is $90,000-$100,000. See our Opportunity Finder listing for more info and apply through the job page.

CALIFORNIA

–Santa Cruz Local is hiring a community engagement and fundraising manager to grow donations and develop a system for hearing from Santa Cruz County and Pajaro Valley residents about their priorities. Some experience with fundraising is required. The rate ranges from $27-$29.92 per hour. Send questions about the position to CEO and co-founder Kara Meyberg Guzman at [email protected]. See our Opportunity Finder listing or the job page for more info and apply through the online application form by April 1.   

REMOTE-FRIENDLY

NEW: -The Tiny News Collective is hiring a membership director to help realize its mission of building a more equitable future for journalism. Candidates should have a “demonstrated understanding of the media landscape and a working knowledge of journalism entrepreneurship.” The salary is $105,000, and the position requires intermittent travel to attend convenings, conferences, and team events. If you need support during the application process, please email [email protected] with any questions you may have. See our Opportunity Finder listing for more info and apply through the job page.

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EVENTS AND RESOURCES

-Reporters Without Borders is conducting a survey “to help create the first U.S. State Press Freedom Index in partnership with Reynolds Journalism Institute (RJI).” The project will rate the press freedom records of all U.S. states and territories based on information gathered from working journalists and media experts around the country. They are specifically looking for journalists from all 50 states and U.S. Territories to get involved. Sign up to take the survey when it launches here.

GRANTS, SCHOLARSHIPS, CONTESTS, AND AWARDS

–The Atlantic is accepting submissions for its 2024 Michael Kelly Award. The award recognizes work published in a US-based print or online publication that exemplifies “the fearless pursuit and expression of truth.” Please keep in mind that entries must be for work published in a U.S.-based print or online publication in 2023. The winning entry will be awarded $25,000, and each finalist will receive $3,000. See our Opportunity Finder listing or the award page for more info, including how to apply. There is no entry fee, and the deadline to apply is March 29. 

-The McGraw Fellowship for Business Journalism is accepting applications for its grant program. They provide “grants up to $15,000 and the editorial support needed to produce deeply reported enterprise and investigative stories that delve into critical economic, financial or business issues across a wide array of subjects.” They consider proposals from both freelance and staff journalists in all forms of media — text, audio, photo, and short-form video. Send inquiries about the program to [email protected]. See our Opportunity Finder listing for more info, and apply through the grant page by March 31.

-The International Women’s Media Foundation is accepting applications for its Fund for Women Journalists. The program provides funding to women and nonbinary journalists for either reporting projects or professional development opportunities. The amount per project will vary, but the average grant size from 2021 to 2022 was $6,000. Applications are “accepted on a rolling basis and are open to journalists of all nationalities,” however, “applications may take up to eight weeks for the IWMF to process, from October 2023 to April 2024.”

-The Pulitzer Center is accepting applications for its Deep Dives: Ocean and Fisheries Reporting Grant. The program is aimed at “freelance and staff journalists who wish to report on vital ocean and fisheries issues and [need] support for their reporting projects.” The funding covers airfare, hotels, meals, records requests, data analysis/visualization, and other costs. There is no application deadline; they “accept grant proposals on a rolling basis.” 

FELLOWSHIPS AND INTERNSHIPS

NEW: -The Daniel K. Inouye National Center for the Preservation of Democracy (Democracy Center) is accepting applications for its Irene Yamamoto Arts Writers Fellowship. The fellowship provides two emerging writers of color with a $5,000 grant each to write critically about theater, dance, and/or performance art. See our Opportunity Finder listing for more info and apply through the fellowship page by this Sunday, March 17.

NEW: -The Asian American Journalists Association is accepting applications for its 2024 VOICES Fellowship, which provides student journalists with career-ready skills to succeed in the continually evolving media landscape. The fellowship includes training and project work that begins in late spring and culminates in person at the #AAJA24 Convention in Austin, Texas, from August 7 through 11. AAJA will pay for fellows’ travel, accommodations, meals, and registration fees for the conference. See our Opportunity Finder listing for more info and apply through the fellowship page by this Monday, March 18.

-Mother Jones is accepting applications for its Ben Bagdikian Fellowship Program, which offers a crash course in investigative journalism. The next fellowship cycle will begin in June 2024, and run for one year. Fellows receive $23.52 per hour and are covered by the AFL-CIO union. The program is remote, but fellows can work in a bureau office in San Francisco, Washington, DC, or New York City. Send questions about the fellowship to their Research Editor, Ruth Murai, at [email protected]. See our Opportunity Finder listing or the fellowship page for more info and apply through their application form by March 24.