Write or Die Magazine

Casting Call: Freelance Interviewer for “Write or Die Magazine”

Job Responsibilities:

1. Pitching Interviews: Develop and submit pitches for interviews focusing on authors with a forthcoming or recently published book. Special consideration is given to debut authors and books published by indie presses.
2. Conducting Interviews: If accepted, conduct insightful and engaging interviews with the selected authors.
3. Drafting Submissions: Prepare interview drafts according to the specified guidelines (Times New Roman, 12 point font, double-spaced).
4. Document Preparation: Ensure the first page of your submission includes the title of the piece, your name, phone number, email address, and a brief cover letter with a third-person bio.
5. Follow-up: Stay responsive to any editorial feedback or requests for revision.

Requirements:

1. Experience & Skill: Prior experience in conducting interviews is preferred but not essential. Strong writing skills and the ability to engage readers are crucial.
2. Submission Guidelines Adherence: Submissions must adhere to the specified formatting and content guidelines.
3. Original Content: Only original, unpublished works will be considered. No previously published works are accepted.
4. One Submission at a Time: Submit only one piece at a time.
5. Simultaneous Submissions: We accept simultaneous submissions but require immediate notification if your story is accepted elsewhere.
6. File Format: Submissions should be sent as an attached Word document.

Compensation Details:

• Payment: Writers will receive a flat rate of $25 for each interview that is published in the magazine.
• No Submission Fee: There is no fee to submit your work for consideration.

Casting Call: Nonfiction Essay Writers for Write or Die Magazine

Job Description: Write or Die Magazine is seeking talented and passionate nonfiction essay writers for our ongoing submissions. We are interested in essays that delve into the intricacies of the writing life, where personal experiences intersect with critical analysis. Our focus is on essays that explore themes such as publishing, reading, teaching, spirituality, sexuality, identity, obsession, labor, and family in the context of writing. We are particularly excited about unconventional book reviews, insights on niche literary topics, lyric essays on craft, and narratives that link writing to seemingly unrelated topics. We value originality and surprise, so if you have a piece that speaks to writing or literature in any unique way, we want to hear from you!

Job Responsibilities:

• Write and submit a nonfiction essay that aligns with the themes and interests of Write or Die Magazine.
• Ensure that your work is original, engaging, and adheres to the specified guidelines.
• Submit a complete draft in the required format, including a title, your name, contact information, and a brief third-person bio.

Requirements:

• Essays must focus on the writing life, including but not limited to publishing, reading, teaching, and personal experiences as they relate to writing.
• Submissions should be no more than 3000 words.
• Only one piece may be submitted at a time.
• Essays must be formatted in Times New Roman, 12 point font, and double-spaced.
• Submit your work as an attached Word document.
• Include a brief cover letter with your submission.

Compensation:

• Writers will receive $50 USD for each published essay.