Journalism

Articles related to news writing, reportage, or freelance writing skills.

How to Write an Article for a Magazine

How to Write an Article for a Magazine

Pitching a magazine is a whole other beast. When you land a print placement, however, you'll score major credibility points as a writer or industry expert.

Everything You Need To Look Ridiculously Good On Zoom

Everything You Need To Look Ridiculously Good On Zoom

How to Cite Sources in Articles (And 3 Tips for Doing So Quickly)

How to Cite Sources in Articles (And 3 Tips for Doing So Quickly)

Outside sources corroborate your writing and help with SEO, but they can be tricky to track down. Find the science faster with these 3 tips.

How to Write a Good Lead: 9 Winning Formulas

How to Write a Good Lead: 9 Winning Formulas

Every writer should know how to nail their lead. Here's what it is — and nine ways to get a running start.

How to Write for VICE in 2024

How to Write for VICE in 2024

Freelancers can pitch the brand and get paid for one-off submissions or reporting.

How to Pitch an Article: 70+ Outlets Actively Accepting Pitches in 2024

How to Pitch an Article: 70+ Outlets Actively Accepting Pitches in 2024

Tracking down submission instructions is half the battle. These summaries will give you a running start.

How to Write an Editorial, in 6 Steps

How to Write an Editorial, in 6 Steps

An editorial is an opinion-driven piece that brings awareness to current events or topics of importance. Here’s what to include.

How to Write for Business Insider, Get Exposure and Elevate Your Brand

How to Write for Business Insider, Get Exposure and Elevate Your Brand

The outlet has unique pitching instructions, depending on the type of article or placement you want to pursue.

How to Write for Forbes in 2024 in 4 Steps

How to Write for Forbes in 2024 in 4 Steps

After a pullback in 2022, the iconic brand is taking contributor pitches again.

The Inverted Pyramid: How to Write with Clarity and Engage Readers

The Inverted Pyramid: How to Write with Clarity and Engage Readers

The legendary article format, established in 1845, helps you write content quickly and well.