January 30, 2026 | | Media Opps: Parapraxis, Report for America, CNN A TikTok & Instagram Channel Manager role with a salary range of $103,460 to $192,140 |
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There are more than 500 donations of products and services planned—from critiques of query letters and manuscripts with multiple agents, including Eric Smith, Beth Phelan, and Angeline Rodriguez, to an AMA with senior editor Jenny Xu at Atria Books. Learn more here. | ▶ Add to the Rate-Sharing Database | The Freelance Solidarity Project maintains an ongoing Rate Sharing Database to build a clearer picture of freelance pay—and, ultimately, change how we are paid. Add your rates, and help build a more equitable future for freelancers in the industry. | | CALLS FOR PITCHES | | Please note: We are not endorsing every publication or company listed here. Engaging with a publication or company is entirely up to the reader. We currently sort each section from the highest to the lowest rates. | Final note: Before pitching, always check the links to confirm the opportunities are still available. | TIME-SENSITIVE PITCH CALLS | NEW: -Parapraxis is looking for pitches on psychoanalysis for Issue 09 (The End) and Issue 10 (The Future), as well as unthemed essays for its website. The magazine includes searching reviews, novel clinical writing, columns on cultural and social movements, and thematic feature essays. We believe this magazine reinvigorates leftist psychoanalytic thought in the academy and the clinic, but we address a more general audience.” Print rates range from $500 to $800, and web pieces pay a flat $600. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and send pitches through the pitch form; no pitch deadline was given. (Jan 24) | NEW: -Channel Kindness, a project of the Born This Way Foundation, is accepting submissions of first-person stories “inclusive of Black joy and the ways you plan to celebrate Black history” for Black History Month. They specifically accept stories from young people aged 15 to 24. The rate is $50 per piece. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and send submissions through their submission form. (Jan 27) | EVERGREEN PITCH CALLS | NEW: -New Lines Magazine's politics editor, Danny Postel, is always looking for pitches of features on “cities around the world have really interesting, dynamic intellectual ‘scenes.’” He wants writers who can “tell the story/paint a portrait of such a 'scene' — especially in the Global South — for [their] Global Thought series.” The rate wasn't given, but has previously been “basically $800 per article, whatever the length.” See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and send pitches to dpo...@newlinesmag.com. (Jan 23) | NEW: -Bolts is always looking for pitches of reporting on “critical voting rights and criminal justice stories across the United States.” They want pitches that “grow coverage of the local and state politics, elections, policymaking, and organizing that shape these issues,” and they publish original reporting, news features, explainers, and investigations centered on officials and systems shaping criminal punishment and democracy, typically grounded in a specific place but relevant to a national audience. The rate is $800 for reported stories. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and send pitches to pit...@boltsmag.org. (Jan 26) | -Current Affairs is always looking for pitches from new writers and artists for its print magazine. They “publish on a wide range of topics including politics, history, culture, and international affairs, usually essays between 1 and 5,000 words from a left progressive perspective.” The rate is $350 for print and $250 for online articles, with rates proposed upon acceptance of a pitch. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and pitch through their pitch form. (Jan 22) | NEW: -Metro UK’s Deputy First-Person and Opinion Editor, Jessica Aureli, is always looking for pitches of “stories that speak to Metro readers' real-life experiences — think fresh takes and conversation starters, whether they're funny, heartfelt or challenging.” She declined to share rates, but they are reportedly £100. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and send pitches to jessica...@metro.co.uk. (Jan 28) | | FREELANCE, PART-TIME, AND TEMPORARY JOBS | NEW: -MissionWired is hiring a Digital Content Freelancer based in the US. They will write direct-response copy to drive donations and engagement, collaborate with client teams to develop an authentic voice and messaging, and respond to editorial feedback in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a “predisposition toward out-of-the-box thinking and bold ideas,” experience writing speeches, editorials, or emails in someone else’s voice, and have a “passion for making our world a better place.” “Background in political campaigns, on the Hill or with a nonprofit is preferred.” The pay range is $25 to $40 per hour. See our Opps Finder listing for more info. (Jan 24) | NEW: -Barn Raiser shared with SH that it's hiring an Audience Engagement Contractor on a part-time, remote contract to “support our audience development and social media efforts.” They will support audience growth and social media strategy, manage platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and YouTube, oversee paid promotions, and produce audience reporting in collaboration with editorial and marketing teams. Candidates should have experience with audience engagement or strategy and deep knowledge of current social media platforms, algorithms, and best practices; “deep knowledge of and connection to rural America preferred.” The rate is $35 per hour, with a minimum of 10-15 hours per week. See our Opps Finder listing for more info. To apply, send a letter of interest, resume and work examples/portfolio to jo...@barnraisingmedia.com ASAP. (Jan 23) | | GRANTS, SCHOLARSHIPS, CONTESTS, COURSES, AND PRIZES | NEW: -OpenNews is accepting applications for its Scholarships+ program, which supports journalists’ professional development through conferences, coaching, training, or self-designed learning opportunities. The program offers stipends of $250 or $500 to help strengthen skills, networks, and connections, with this round prioritizing activities taking place in the first half of 2026. The opportunity is open to U.S.-based journalists, particularly those working in data, tech, or newsroom-adjacent roles, with strong encouragement for applicants from underrepresented backgrounds. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply through their application form by February 2, at 11:59 p.m. CT. (Jan 23) | NEW: -The Tarbell Center for AI Journalism is accepting applications for its Tarbell Grants, which fund “original reporting on artificial intelligence and its impacts.” For this round, it's seeking applications across six focus areas: Accountability reporting on frontier AI companies, AI policy and politics, AI explainers and analysis, AI in government and militaries, AI labor impacts, and AI developments in China. The grants range from $1,000 to $20,000 per story. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, nad apply through the application page by March 8. | | FELLOWSHIPS, INTERNSHIPS, AND RESIDENCIES | NEW: -The Nevada Independent is accepting applications for its 2026-2027 News Reporting Fellow, which can be based anywhere in Nevada. Fellows will cover politics and policy during a major election cycle and legislative session, producing reported stories, fact checks, and vertical video with close editorial mentorship. Applicants should have completed a bachelor’s degree, have at least one prior newsroom internship, strong writing and research skills, and the ability to work full-time for six months. The rate is at least $18 per hour, plus a $25 per-paycheck cellphone stipend and PTO. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply through the application page by February 6. (Jan 29) | NEW: -The Nevada Independent En Español is hiring a Spanish-language Social Media Intern based in Nevada to create videos and graphics that help grow its Latino audience. The intern will adapt reporting into vertical video, write and translate social copy, schedule posts, and support audience growth across platforms, working ten to fifteen hours per week during the spring semester. Candidates should have journalism experience, native-level Spanish proficiency, strong writing skills, social media expertise, and familiarity with video or graphics tools such as CapCut or Canva. Pay is $18 per hour, plus a $25 per-paycheck cellphone stipend. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply through the application page by February 6. (Jan 29) | NEW: -Report for America is accepting applications for its 2026 Corps Member program based in newsrooms across the U.S. The two-year program (with an optional third year) places early-career journalists in local newsrooms to cover underreported topics and communities, with Report for America paying a portion of the reporter’s salary and providing training and support. Applicants are typically emerging journalists with one to three years of experience, a strong commitment to public service, and a track record of published work. The salary range varies by newsroom, but the average is around $50,000 to $60,000. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply through the application page by February 16. (Jan 23) | -The Center for Book Arts is accepting applications for its 2026 Book Art Research Fellowship, based in NYC. The fellowship supports scholarly research projects that draw on CBA’s book art collections, providing fellows with access to archives, institutional support, and the opportunity to present their research in a public talk, with potential publication in Book Art Review. Please note: “This fellowship is intended for scholarly research projects rather than the creation of artworks.” | Fellows receive a $1,200 stipend and are expected to conduct two to three weeks of on-site research during 2026. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply through the application page by February 28. (Jan 12) | | FULL-TIME JOURNALISM JOBS | NEW YORK CITY | NEW: -The New York Times is hiring an Executive Producer based in NYC for its Opinion Video section. They will shape “an innovative and journalistically rigorous editorial strategy for bringing the work of the Opinion section to life in video and audio.” Candidates should have a decade of experience producing digital news video or podcast content, at least five years of experience managing teams, deep familiarity with social and vertical video platforms, strong editorial judgment, and experience working with talent in a fast-paced newsroom. The salary range is $160,000 to $185,000. See our Opps Finder listing for more info. (Jan 23) | NEW: -The Wall Street Journal is hiring a Property & Style News Editor to work across its Mansion and Fashion/Style teams. They will edit and assign daily coverage and features, helping reporters develop lively, digital-first stories across home, fashion, and lifestyle. Candidates should have at least four years of experience editing lifestyle or culture coverage, strong news judgment, and a track record of shaping shareable, visually driven stories across platforms. The salary range is $120,000 to $145,000. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply by March 5. (Jan 23) | WASHINGTON, DC | -City Cast is hiring a City Cast DC Host for its daily podcast. They will serve as “the voice and face of City Cast DC across podcast, video, and social platforms. If you love talking to other locals, thrive on deadline, and want to help build real community around local news — we'd love to hear from you.” Candidates should be deeply knowledgeable about DC, comfortable on mic and on camera, and able to lead inclusive, engaging conversations in a fast-paced editorial environment. The salary range is $95,000 to $130,000. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply by February 13. (Jan 22) | SOUTHWEST | -The New York Times is hiring a Texas Culture and Lifestyles Correspondent to “work across many coverage areas to capture the culture of Texas.” They will produce culture, arts, food, music, and lifestyle coverage that “captures how Texans live and the vibrant subcultures of the state,” working across formats and collaborating with desks including Culture, Styles, and Food for a national audience. Candidates should have at least five years of journalism experience, a strong portfolio of culture or lifestyle reporting, deep sourcing in Texas, and the ability to move between news-driven and deeply reported stories. The salary range is $113,270 to $155,000, and this position is represented by the NewsGuild of NY. See our Opps Finder listing for more info. (Jan 21) | REMOTE-FRIENDLY OR MULTIPLE LOCATIONS | NEW: -Votebeat is hiring a Senior National Reporter based in the US to “lead national coverage of elections and democracy, joining a team focused on election administration and the forces influencing democratic governance.” They will write reported analysis for Votebeat’s national newsletter, shape coverage of federal election policy and administration, and collaborate across the newsroom to surface trends affecting voting and democratic governance nationwide. Candidates should have roughly a decade of journalism experience, a strong track record covering elections or national policy, and the ability to produce both breaking news and deeply reported enterprise stories; experience with data and public records is expected, and Spanish fluency is a plus. The salary range is $91,589 to $135,989, and the position is covered by the WGA-East. See our Opps Finder listing for more info. (Jan 26) | NEW: -Bloomberg News is hiring a Head of Global Newsroom Training based in NYC or London to “serve a critical global leadership role to ensure our newsroom remains at the cutting edge of the industry's evolution.” They will design and oversee newsroom training programs spanning financial reporting, cross-platform storytelling, investigative techniques, and the responsible use of AI, while setting a global strategy aligned with Bloomberg’s editorial standards. Candidates should have senior newsroom leadership experience, a track record of building and scaling training initiatives across diverse teams, and “experience in financial reporting, preferably with the Bloomberg Terminal.” The salary range is $240,000 to $300,000, depending on location. See our Opps Finder listing for more info. (Jan 24) | NEW: -The New York Times is hiring a Fact Checker based in NYC or working remotely within the US (able to work 12 pm to 8 pm east coast hours) to “fact check episodes across our growing Opinion Shows portfolio, both in video and audio formats.” They will work with producers and editors to verify assertions, ensure fairness and accuracy, and review scripts, visuals, transcripts, and episode copy by deadline. Candidates should have at least three years of fact-checking experience, strong news judgment, excellent research skills, and the ability to work across audio, video, and print in a fast-paced environment. The salary range is $113,945 to $115,000, and this is a NewsGuild position. See our Opps Finder listing for more info. (Jan 23) | NEW: -CNN is hiring two TikTok & Instagram Channel Managers (one in LA and one in NYC) to “lead the editorial, creative, and strategic development of our TikTok & Instagram presence across one or more flagship news channels." The role is responsible for growing reach and engagement, owning publishing workflows, testing new formats, and driving platform-native video strategy in close collaboration with editorial, video, analytics, and growth teams. Candidates should have at least six years of experience managing professional social channels, ideally for a media, news, or content-driven organization, and “deep expertise in TikTok and Instagram content strategy, platform algorithms and audience development." The salary range is $103,460 to $192,140, and the LA role would require working a Saturday-to-Wednesday schedule. See our Opps Finder listing for more info. (Jan 23) | | OTHER FULL-TIME JOBS | NEW YORK CITY | NEW: -GMHC is hiring a Digital & Social Manager to support “the day-to-day management of GMHC’s digital and social media presence, helping to bring the organization’s mission, services, and stories to life online.” Candidates should have three to five years of experience managing social and digital content, strong short-form video and copy skills, familiarity with social analytics and paid media tools, and a demonstrated commitment to inclusive, stigma-free communication. The salary range is $55,000 to $75,000. See our Opps Finder listing for more info. (Jan 28) | -C&G Partners is hiring a Marketing and Communications Coordinator based in NYC to “support the studio’s marketing, communications, and outreach efforts.” They will draft and publish marketing content, support proposals and pitches, help promote and document projects, maintain editorial calendars, and assist with awards, events, and basic CRM upkeep. Candidates should have strong writing and organizational skills, be comfortable managing multiple tasks, be interested in design and culture, and be familiar with social platforms; experience with WordPress, Adobe Creative Suite, or prior marketing or communications work is a plus. The salary range is $60,000 to $70,000. See our Opps Finder listing for more info. (Jan 21) | WASHINGTON, DC | NEW: -The Center for U.S. Global Leadership Coalition (USGLC) is hiring a Deputy Director of Government Relations based in DC to “help lead a dynamic and high-performing Government Relations Team responsible for USGLC’s engagement with Congress on America’s role in the world.” Candidates should have six to ten years of experience working with Congress or congressional staff, deep knowledge of Capitol Hill and the federal budget and appropriations process, strong relationships with policymakers, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. The salary range is $90,000 to $120,000. See our Opps Finder listing for more info. To apply, email a cover letter and resume to jo...@usglc.org with “Deputy Director of Government Relations” in the subject line. (Jan 28) | REMOTE-FRIENDLY OR MULTIPLE LOCATIONS | NEW: -Scholastic's editorial consultant, Kate Emswiler, shared with SH that they're hiring a full-time Copy Editor / Proofreader based remotely in the U.S. (ET time zone preferred) to support its Scholastic Reading Events marketing team, including Book Fairs, Book Clubs, Scholastic Dollars, and Storyvoice. They will proofread and copyedit marketing materials, maintain brand voice and style guides, fact-check content, collaborate with creative and legal teams, and support editorial workflows across platforms. Candidates should have strong copy-editing and proofreading skills, excellent attention to detail, experience with style guides, and the ability to collaborate with writers, designers, and production teams in a fast-paced environment. The salary is $55,000. See our Opps Finder listing for more info. To apply or learn more, email KEmswiler-...@scholastic.com. (Jan 29) | | DEADLINED OPPS FROM PAST ISSUES | Please note: These old opps are not categorized by type but are organized in order from the earliest to the latest deadline. | EXPIRING: -Columbia Journalism School is accepting applications for its 2026–27 Knight-Bagehot Fellowship in NYC. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply by tomorrow, January 31. | EXPIRING: -Arrowmont is hiring a Residency Coordinator based in Gatlinburg, TN, on a two-year, grant-funded contract. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply by tomorrow, January 31. (Jan 5) | EXPIRING: -UC Berkeley is accepting applications for its Ferriss – UC Berkeley Psychedelic Journalism Fellowship. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply by tomorrow, January 31. | EXPIRING: -Injustice Watch is hiring an Editor in Chief based in Chicago to lead its nonprofit investigative newsroom. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply by tomorrow, January 31. (Jan 20) | EXPIRING: -The Avery Review is accepting submissions for the Avery Review Essay Prize 2026. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and submit by tomorrow, January 31. | EXPIRING: -The Nieman Foundation for Journalism at Harvard is accepting applications for the Nieman-Berkman Klein Fellowship in Journalism Innovation. See our Opps Finder listing for more info. The application deadline is tomorrow, January 31. | EXPIRING: -Urban Librarians Unite is hiring an Executive Assistant based in NY on a part-time, grant-funded contract. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply by this Sunday, February 1. (Jan 21) | EXPIRING: -The Biographers International Organization is accepting applications for the Frances “Frank” Rollin Fellowship. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply by this Sunday, February 1. (Jan 15) | EXPIRING: -Sundress Academy for the Arts is accepting applications for its Spring/Summer 2026 writing residency at Firefly Farms in Knoxville, TN. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply by this Sunday, February 1. (Jan 12) | EXPIRING: -The International Women’s Media Foundation is accepting submissions for its 2026 Courage in Journalism Awards. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and submit by this Sunday, February 1. (Jan 9) | EXPIRING: -Immersive Impact Review is accepting submissions for its inaugural issue, “Value(s) in Practice: Impact and Sustainability in XR.” See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and submit by this Sunday, February 1. (Jan 6) | EXPIRING: -MIT Technology Review's Commissioning Editor, Rachel Courtland, is looking for pitches of longer pieces with a technology angle on the theme of “Engineering.” See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and send pitches by this Tuesday, February 3. (Jan 17) | EXPIRING: -The Columbia Journalism School is accepting applications for the 2026–27 Spencer Education Journalism Fellowship based in NYC. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply by this Tuesday, February 3. (Jan 6) | EXPIRING: -The Trace is accepting applications for its 2026 Editing Fellowship. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply by this Wednesday, February 4. (Jan 7) | EXPIRING: -The Texas Observer shared with SH that it's accepting applications for the David McHam Fellowship for Investigative Reporting. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply by next Friday, February 6. (Jan 12) | -The Giangiacomo Feltrinelli Foundation is accepting submissions for the Border Stories Journalism Prize. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and submit by February 9. (Jan 14) | -The Trans Journalists Association is accepting applications for its inaugural TJA Reporting Fellowship. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply by February 20. (Jan 21) | -The Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute at New York University is accepting applications for its Matthew Power Literary Reporting Award. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply by February 22. | -Altavoz Lab is accepting applications for the inaugural Nick Oza Visual Fellowship for emerging or mid-career documentary photographers based in Arizona and New Mexico. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply by February 23. (Feb 12) | -Curationist is looking for pitches of essays that “critically investigate and contextualize the Works in our open access archives.” See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and send pitches by February 28. (Jan 15) | -Majuscule's Editor, Mike Lindgren, shared with SH that he's looking for pitches of “creative nonfiction essays on literature, pop culture, sociology, education, film, music, and politics.” See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and send pitches by “end of February.” (Jan 21) | -Jewish Currents is hiring an Editor-in-Chief to lead the magazine’s editorial team. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply by March 1. (Jan 7) | -Furthermore is accepting applications for its publishing grant program. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply by March 1. (Jan 21) | -The Other Almanac is accepting submissions of essays, column ideas, and visual work for its 2027 reimagining of the traditional The Old Farmer's Almanac. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and send submissions by March 20. | -The International Women’s Media Foundation is accepting submissions for the Anja Niedringhaus Courage in Photojournalism Award, open worldwide. See our Opps Finder listing for more info, and apply by March 31. (Jan 12) | | | |
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