Freelancers
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Tips for pitching the New York Times, Wired and Consumer Reports
Editors shared candid advice on pitching during a panel co-hosted by The Asian American Journalists Association and the Deadline Club.
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7 tools and tips for getting — and staying — organized as a freelancer
During February’s Lunch and Learn, freelancers showed what they use to keep track of projects, payments and other mundane but…
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From PitchFest to publication: How a freelancer landed a Guardian feature on super-recognizers
Health journalist Carina Storrs’ feature on super-recognizers in The Guardian started with a meeting at AHCJ’s PitchFest.
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How a digital nomad pitched an opioid story to the beverage publication Punch
Freelancer Karen Fischer’s pitch on how restaurant workers are on the front lines of the opioid epidemic traces back to…
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How to advocate for yourself as a freelance journalist
During January’s Lunch and Learn, freelancers swapped tips on advocating for better pay, clearer boundaries and more time.
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3 fun and creative ways freelancers can celebrate their work
Performance reviews are all well and good, but whacky parties, cheeky awards and short getaways are a lot more fun.
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How journalists can stay safe covering protests
Press freedom expert Joel Simon shares why protests have become more dangerous for journalists, and what we can do about…
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How a freelance health journalist landed her first story with National Geographic
When Christina Heiser saw a callout for pitches that debunk health myths, she dug into her notes from a medical…
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New market guides for pitching to Good Housekeeping, Big Think and New York Post
Pitch more strategically in 2026 by trying new-to-you publications and delivering exactly what the editors are looking for.
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What freelancers should know about the impending health insurance premium hikes
In a Q&A, an expert shares what is likely changing for many self-employed people who buy health insurance through the…
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