Have a story that needs to be told? We’re always looking for fresh perspectives and original reporting. If you have a pitch that aligns with our focus, send it our way! Haven’t heard of us before? Explore our work, see what we publish, and if your idea fits, we’d love to hear from you.
Timely Stories (600-1000 words): Concise yet impactful pieces covering recent news events, ongoing trends, analyses, or opinion pieces that provide quick but insightful perspectives.
Features (1200-2000 words): In-depth narratives that incorporate original reporting, investigative insights, or unique analyses, offering a deeper understanding beyond the headlines.
We welcome original photo essays, in-depth interviews, and a select number of thought-provoking opinion pieces. Got a unique idea? Pitch us–we’re always open to fresh, compelling stories!
We primarily follow Associated Press (AP) Style, with a few in-house tweaks for clarity and consistency. Our writing adheres to American English conventions, ensuring a smooth reading experience. When citing sources, hyperlink them directly—no footnotes or endnotes, just seamless, accessible storytelling.
Compensation: We compensate our regular contributors and offer payment for video stories and original feature articles. If you’re seeking payment, please specify it clearly in your pitch!
Plagiarism Policy: We take originality seriously—plagiarised work has no place here. If found guilty of plagiarism, you won’t be welcome to submit again. Also, we do not accept AI-generated content—every story should reflect genuine research, insight, and human perspective.
Every submission is reviewed, but due to high volume, we’ll contact you only if accepted.
Passionate about independent journalism? The Independent Wire welcomes original, insightful contributions on social justice, environment, human-interest stories, and more.
Pitch your ideas: editortheindepdentwire@gmail.com