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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 11h

Take the guesswork out of freelance journalism, and register for the IIJ’s Business of Freelancing course! Tackle the thorniest challenges freelancers face, from determining rates to managing your time. Learn more: theiij.com/bizfa26

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 13h

Cut through the noise. With access to our library of pitch guides and interviews with assigning editors, IIJ members are never left guessing about how to get an editor’s attention. Become a member today and watch your freelance career flourish! theiij.com/membership

THE FOR INSTITUTE INDEPENDENT JOURNALISTS
Your career deserves, real investment.
Introducing the IIJ Membership,
built to help freelancers thrive with practical support and resources
80+ pitch guides for top media outlets
• FREE access to all 7 freelancing webinars each year • 15-30% off the Business of Freelancing course and workshop Member-exclusive events, early registration, and more!
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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 15h

New to freelancing? Then the Freelance Journalism Podcast is a must listen! IIJ leaders Katherine Lewis and Shernay Williams answer some FAQs of freelance journalism and share advice for emotional and financial sustainability. youtu.be/d0d1XDMO_gI

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Formerly Eater’s editor for Midwest coverage, Serena Maria Daniels now runs her own platform called Midwest Mexican, where she writes about the cultures that contribute to Detroit’s food scene. Join us on Jan. 22 to hear how Serena built her business. Register here: bit.ly/4y4Lvyu

IIJ Webinar
Winning Revenue Strategies for Creator Journalists
Friday, Jan. 22, 2027
Monique O. Madan Two Can Be True
Garnet Henderson Autonomy News
Serena Maria Daniels
Midwest Mexican
12:00-1:15 pm ET
Yashica Dutt
$30/Free for IIJ members
Featuring Dalits
Register at TheIIJ.com
Kirstin Garriss (moderator)
URL Collective

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

As a small publication, Offrange is strategic about the stories it takes on. Editor Jesse Hirsch says he looks for freelancers who can find a new angle to an ongoing story, like bird flu. Hear the whole conversation on the latest episode of the Freelance Journalism Podcast youtu.be/vc-a8vcju-U

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Freelancing for the first time can feel a lot like working at a start-up with a staff of one – it’s easy to get overwhelmed! That’s why the IIJ has created the Freelance Quick Start Guide, a free resource to get you launched: bit.ly/iijquickstart

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Looking to fund your next big story? Join us on Nov. 20 for a webinar on fellowship and grant opportunities from @transjournalists.org, @edwriters.bsky.social, @idabwellssociety.bsky.social, and Freelance Investigative Reporters & Editors! bit.ly/moneymoneyiij

IIJ Webinar
Fund your Freelancing with Fellowships and Grants
Friday, Nov. 20, 2026 12:00-1:15 pm ET
$30/Free for IIJ members
Register at TheIIJ.com
Robbie Morganfield The Ida B. Wells Society
CD Davidson-Hiers
Trans Journalists Association
Laird Townsend Freelance Investigative Reporters and Editors
Emily Richmond
Education Writers Association
Erika Hayasaki (moderator) The IIJ

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Jesse Hirsch is the editor of Offrange, a publication focused on agriculture and ranching. He’s published freelance stories on using lasers to fight bird flu, the U.S. Navy’s “boat forest,” and where witches get their plants. Hear more on the Freelance Journalism Podcast: youtu.be/vc-a8vcju-U

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Documented Deputy Editor Clarissa León will work with veteran reporters, but also recent graduates and even students, so long as your reporting is solid and centers immigrant voices. Hear more on the Freelance Journalism Podcast: youtu.be/5ZmTc9syRwk

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Are you looking for that extra hour in the day? An IIJ membership saves you time by taking the guesswork out of sustainable freelancing. Join today to refine your rate structure, perfect your pitches, and expand your client list: theiij.com/membership

Freelancing doesn't need to be so hard
IIJ members unlock game-changing resources
• FREE access to all 7 entrepreneurial webinars each year • 15-30% off the Business of Freelancing Course, Workshop, and the annual conference
• Insider advice in our library of 100+ hours of video interviews with editors, 80+ pitch guides, and more!
Learn more at TheIIJ.com
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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Produce impactful journalism without sacrificing your financial and emotional sustainability. It’s possible, with the IIJ’s Business of Freelancing course! Register now: theiij.com/bizfa26

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Grab your share of the money funding freelance journalism! Join us on Nov. 20 to learn about opportunities from @idabwellssociety.bsky.social, @transjournalists.org, @edwriters.bsky.social, and Freelance Investigative Reporters & Editors. bit.ly/moneymoneyiij

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Do you know how freelancers negotiate for more than just pay? Register for the IIJ’s Business of Freelancing course and learn how to grow your career sustainably, one contract at at time: theiij.com/bizfa26

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

IIJ members don’t waste their time on guesswork. They have a direct line to expert coaches, monthly strategy sessions, and a thriving community of peers and assigning editors. Learn more and become a member today: theiij.com/membership

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Documented relies on freelance journalists for nuanced reporting on immigrant communities in NYC and NJ. Deputy Editor Clarissa León shared examples of pitches that made the grade on the Freelance Journalism Podcast: youtu.be/5ZmTc9syRwk

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

If you’re looking for a home for your next culture or travel story, join us on Dec. 11 to hear editors from @aeon.co, @cntraveler.com.web.brid.gy, and Travel + Leisure share inside advice on pitching their publications. Register here: bit.ly/45Riryh

IIJ Webinar
Pitching Arts, Culture, and Travel Stories
Friday, Dec. 11, 2026
pm ET
12:00-1:15
$30/Free for IIJ members
Register at TheIIJ.com
Lale Arikoglu
Condé Nast Traveler
Maya
Kachroo-Levine
Travel + Leisure
Pamela Weintraub Aeon Magazine
Erika Hayasaki (moderator) The IIJ

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Until now, freelancing didn’t come with a roadmap. But thanks to the IIJ’s Freelance Quick Start Guide, there’s now a free, self-paced resource to make sure you hit the ground running: bit.ly/iijquickstart

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Produce impactful journalism without sacrificing your financial and emotional sustainability. It’s possible, with the IIJ’s Business of Freelancing course! Register now: theiij.com/bizfa26

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Tired of burnout? Looking for a more intentional freelance career? The IIJ can help you get there! Register now for $249 before Sept. 24: theiij.com/bizfa26

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

There’s one thing we all have in common: food. Join our webinar on Sept. 25 to explore how to succeed as a freelancer on the food beat. Featuring Dr. Cynthia Greenlee of the Guardian, @jayasaxena.com, @soleilho.com, @hannaraskin.bsky.social, and @aliciadkennedy.bsky.social bit.ly/diginiij

IIJ Webinar
Dig In: How to Succeed on the Food Beat
Friday, Sept. 25, 2026 12:00-1:15 pm ET $30/Free for IIJ members
Register at TheIIJ.com
Cynthia Greenlee The Guardian
Jaya Saxena Ravenous
Soleil Ho
COYOTE Media
Hanna Raskin
The Food Section
Alicia Kennedy (moderator)
Author, On Eating

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Anita Varma, author of the book Solidarity in Journalism, reminds journalists that they don’t need a big budget to make a big impact. Centering the dignity of your subjects is free. Listen to the whole conversation on the Freelance Journalism Podcast: youtu.be/JqjnjBSnLAk

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

IIJ members are always one step ahead of the game. They’ve got the key to our library of guides and videos on pitching 70 media outlets, plus much more. Learn more and become a member today: theiij.com/membership

INSTITUTE FOR INDEPENDENT
We give freelancers tools to thrive as entrepreneurs
Now there's a membership that offers even more

• FREE webinars with journalism gatekeepers
• 15-30% off entrepreneurship courses and workshops One-on-one coaching and monthly live strategy calls Insider advice in our library of 100+ hours of video interviews with editors, 80+ pitch guides, and more!
JOURNALISTS
Become a member at TheIIJ.com

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Building a better freelance business isn’t a mystery. Register for the IIJ’s Business of Freelancing course and learn everything you need to earn sustainable income and banish burnout! Grab your spot now theiij.com/bizfa26

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Are you thinking of leaving your home office for greener pastures? Join us on Oct. 16 for a webinar on how to thrive as a digital nomad. Learn from experienced globetrotting freelancers who have written for outlets like @bostonglobe.com, @usatoday.com, and @latimes.com! bit.ly/diginomad101

IIJ Webinar
Global Freelancing: The Secrets of Traveling Entrepreneurs
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Friday, Oct. 16, 2026
12:00-1:15 pm ET
$30/Free for IIJ members
Register at TheIIJ.com
Zerline Hughes Spruill
Journalist
Tiara Darnell Journalist
Russell Nichols
Journalist
Saul O.
RemoteQueer
Meena Thiruvengadam (moderator)
Travel writer

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Oct 1-Nov 19 Thursdays, 3-4 pm ET
Master the Business of D $199 early bird before Sept 15 Freelance Journalism
Our 8-week live, online course combines real-world strategy with personalized guidance to help you:
Shape a balanced and profitable portfolio Strengthen your network and define your niche
• Build better systems for time management and thriving!
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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Why become an IIJ member? Because your support guarantees that the IIJ will continue serving independent journalists in the years to come. theiij.com/membership

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

In her new book, UT Austin prof Anita Varma encourages journalists to talk to real people about their real problems, instead of relying on narratives spun by those with “a podium and power”. Listen to the conversation on the Freelance Journalism Podcast: youtu.be/JqjnjBSnLAk

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Global freelancers make the whole world their office, balancing the hustle with the novelty of a life lived abroad. Does that sound like your dream? Our Oct. 16 webinar, hosted by seasoned digital nomads, will cover everything from making the move to pitching stories from outside the U.S. https:/...

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

We want to make it easier to hit the ground running as a freelancer. That’s why we created the Freelance Quick-Start Guide – an interactive online course covering the basics of sustainable freelancing for absolute beginners! Take it for a free test drive: bit.ly/iijquickstart

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Hungry for a career exploring the one thing we all have in common? Don’t miss our Sept. 25 webinar with independent food journalists Dr. Cynthia Greenlee of the Guardian, @jayasaxena.com, @soleilho.com, @hannaraskin.bsky.social, and @aliciadkennedy.bsky.social bit.ly/diginiij

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

The IIJ’s Business of Freelancing course gives you practical tools and expert guidance from pros like IIJ leader Emma Carew Grovum, experienced entrepreneur. Register now: theiij.com/bizfa26

Master the Business of Freelance Journalism
Over eight weeks, learn to:
Negotiate better rates and contracts
• Build a dynamic network
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Design a sustainable business plan
Oct 1 - Nov 19
Thursdays, 3-4 pm ET $199 early bird rate
Register at TheIIJ.com
Shernay Williams
Emma Carew Grovum

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Why become an IIJ member? To receive discounts on IIJ events–like our annual conference–and first crack at upcoming IIJ projects that include one-on-one meetings with editors! theiij.com/membership

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We give freelancers tools to thrive as entrepreneurs
Now there's a membership that offers even more
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• FREE webinars with journalism gatekeepers
• 15-30% off entrepreneurship courses and workshops One-on-one coaching and monthly live strategy calls Insider advice in our library of 100+ hours of video interviews with editors, 80+ pitch guides, and more!
JOURNALISTS
Become a member at TheIIJ.com

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Independent journalist and writer @karenattiah.bsky.social started her online classes on race and media as “Resistance Summer School” in Summer 2025, and there’s a reason it caught on. Listen to the whole conversation on the Freelance Journalism Podcast: youtu.be/GOfShyeignQ

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Reporters are starting their own platforms–but how are they earning sustainable income? Join us on Jan. 22 for a webinar to hear winning strategies from journalists @garnethenderson.com, Monique Madan, Yashica Dutt, and Serena Maria Daniels share their strategies. Register here: bit.ly/4y...

IIJ Webinar
Winning Revenue Strategies for Creator Journalists
Friday, Jan. 22, 2026
Monique O. Madan Two Can Be True
Garnet Henderson Autonomy News
Serena Maria Daniels
Midwest Mexican
12:00-1:15 pm ET
Yashica Dutt
$30/Free for IIJ members
Featuring Dalits
Register at TheIIJ.com
Kirstin Garriss (moderator)
URL Collective

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

The IIJ’s Business of Freelancing course gives you a chance to learn from the pros, like IIJ leader Shernay Williams. Register now: theiij.com/bizfa26

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Why become an IIJ member? To gain access to monthly group strategy sessions on freelancing, led by IIJ Founder Katherine Reynolds Lewis! theiij.com/membership

Join the Top Network for Independent Media Makers!
An IIJ membership offers community, connections, expert training, and tranformational resources
• FREE webinars with journalism gatekeepers
• 15-30% off entrepreneurship courses, workshops, and conferences
• One-on-one coaching sessions and monthly live strategy calls
• Insider advice in our library of 100+ hours of video interviews with editors, 80+ pitch guides, and more!
Become a member today at TheIIJ.com
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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

After losing her job at WaPo and the class she taught at Columbia, @karenattiah.bsky.social chose to go independent, launching “Resistance Studies Series” in 2025. On the Freelance Journalism Podcast, she shares the freedoms that come with her “warrior philosopher” lifestyle: youtu.be/GOfS...

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

In our Dec. 11 webinar, editors from @aeon.co, @cntraveler.com.web.brid.gy, and Travel + Leisure will pull back the curtain on what it takes to get from pitch to publication. Register now: bit.ly/45Riryh

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Join us at #NLGJA26 to learn about the reality of freelance journalism today, with Trans Journalists Association co-founder Kae Petrin, COYOTE Media co-founder Soleil Ho, and IIJ founder Katherine Reynolds Lewis. Register at nlgja.org

We're speaking at #NLGJA26 The Reality of Freelance Journalism Today How to generate multiple revenue streams, earn consistent income, seek out new clients, and prioritize emotional and financial sustainability Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026 11:00 AM-12:00 PM PT

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Damaso Reyes @damaso.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

I'm super exciting to announce that I'm a coach with the Institute for Independent Journalists! If you become a member you can receive a free coaching session. If you're a freelance journalist looking for help, please consider becoming a member. theiij.com/coaches

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Find yourself freelancing but not sure where to begin? The IIJ’s Freelance Quick Start Guide provides a customized springboard for free: bit.ly/iijquickstart

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Investigative journalist Monique Madan broke critical reporting on ICE and immigrant detention on her own newsletter, Two Can Be True. Join us on Jan. 22 to learn how she’s leveraged newsroom partnerships to earn revenue as an independent. Register here: bit.ly/4y4Lvyu

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

The IIJ is co-hosting a freelancer meetup at #NLGJA26 with the Association of Independents in Radio, Fund for Investigative Journalism, and the International Women’s Media Foundation. RSVP here! www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...

Freelance Meetup at #NLGJA26 Co-hosted by The Institute for Independent Journalists AIR, IWMF, and FIJ! Thursday, September 10, 2026 San Francisco RSVP at TheIIJ.com W. INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S MEDIA FOUNDATION FUND FOR INVESTIGATIVE AIR JOURNALISM Katherine Reynolds Lewis The IIJ Eric Ferrero W Fund for Investigative Journalism Tat Bellamy-Walker The IWMF

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Tired of burnout? Looking for a more intentional freelance career? The IIJ can help you get there! Our Business of Freelancing online course teaches you how to find new clients, organize your time, set realistic goals, and much more! Register now: theiij.com/bizfa26

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Since going independent, @karenattiah.bsky.social has drawn on her diverse skills and interests–from Muay Thai to philosophy and her family’s roots in Africa–to build a career that fits her values. Hear more on the Freelance Journalism Podcast: youtu.be/GOfShyeignQ

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Why become an IIJ member? Because our video library includes interviews with more than 70 assigning editors at outlets like Marketplace, Slate, KFF Health News, and many more! theiij.com/membership

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Take advantage of early bird pricing for the IIJ’s Business of Freelancing course! Eight weeks of hands-on learning for a low price that only lasts until Sept. 15. Seats are limited! Learn more: theiij.com/bizfa26

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Why become an IIJ member? Because you get exclusive access to our growing library of 70 pitch guides, which gives you the inside scoop on pitching the New York Times, Mother Jones, USA Today, and many more outlets! theiij.com/membership

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