Oct. 21, 1 p.m. ET
On October 27-28, freelancers will participate in a virtual version of our popular PitchFest, where they will have a few minutes to meet editors and present ideas.
In this preparatory Zoom panel, two editors — Ingrid Wickelgren of Spectrum and Kyung Song of WebMD — and journalist Laura Beil will offer advice on how to make the best use of those virtual one-on-one meetings and walk away with assignments.
Panelists will share insights about how to frame a pitch that editors want. Should you pitch about COVID, or not? How much time should you spend explaining your background and experience? How much detail do editors want about ideas? How should you follow up?
Bring your questions to the webcast, and we’ll answer them. Moderated by Michele Cohen Marill of the freelance committee.