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Editor's Insight: Charlotte Tobitt on pitches, AI and the future of media

I caught up with Charlotte Tobitt of Press Gazette to talk about what editors want (and what they don’t).

Oct 21 •

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Charlotte Tobitt

3 templates that land freelance work from LinkedIn

Plus examples of how each will look.

Oct 1 •

5 signs that a freelance job post is a scam

Simple ways to vet online opportunities and protect yourself.

Sep 17 •

How to pitch a publication without pitching guidelines

Practical ways to pitch when a publication doesn’t tell you how.

Sep 3 •

The ultimate guide to pitching freelance features that sell

Enhance your techniques with the Freelance Writing Network's complete pitching guide.

Aug 5 •

What I learned from hiring freelance writers

Practical takeaways for landing your next commission or writing job.

Jul 15 •

"It's easy to fall into the trap of agreeing to unrealistic deadlines and too little pay."

Editor Moriah Richard on stronger stories and smarter pitches.

Jun 17 •

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What editors really think about your pitches

Practical takeaways straight from the editors you're pitching to.

Jun 6 •

Why great freelancers don't fear competition

Success in writing isn't luck. It's persistence, strategy, and quality.

Apr 28 •

Tax tips for freelancers: Everything you need to know

With tons of insight directly from real freelancers.

Mar 31 •

"A writer’s voice, perspective, and personality should shine through"

Editor Anushree Nande on what makes a great story pitch.

Mar 27 •

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“Do I want to keep reading?”: What makes an editor say yes to your pitch?

Broccoli’s Stephanie Madewell on what makes a great story pitch.

Feb 20 •

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