✍️ 65+ New Pitch Calls and Freelance Writing Jobs, August 17th, 2026
Earn $1/word for your pitch calls, $3,000/month as a finance copywriter and $400/project as a good news scriptwriter among 65+ new paid writing opportunities.
🔓 65+ new paid writing gigs are live now!
Happy Monday, writers!
We’re back to start your week with 65+ new pitch calls and writing jobs. Some absolutely fantastic opportunities in our latest update.
Monday is always a great day for finding new gigs. Even when posted last week, by pitching & applying today you’ll arrive right at the top of someone’s inbox. If you’re seeking paid writing work, there’s no better time than right now.
Just make sure you take the time to understand the outlet you’re pitching or company you’re applying for, create a real pitch/application with a compelling story, and then review carefully and submit.
And don’t forget: more and more often, editors are turning to freelancers they know they can trust. So be one of the freelancers they can trust.
See you again soon.
~ George
What’s in today’s roundup?
Pitch calls are open across investigative reporting, culture, technology, food, sports, gaming, and local news. Pay up to $6,000/project.
Journalism and reporting roles include local news, gaming, music, sports, transportation, and investigative reporting, plus journalism fellowships and internships. Stipends up to $4,000.
Copy and content writing opportunities span finance, SEO, B2B research, higher education, newsletters, and brand copywriting. Pay up to $58/hour.
Editing, editorial and strategy roles include freelance editing, newsletter work, social strategy, and editorial internships. Pay up to £325/day.
Missed anything last week?
Last week we shared more than 260 paid opportunities, including family & parenting outlets seeking pitches, AND a recording of a recent workshop. Lots to check out for working writers!
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Monday 17th August
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