Write For Us

We are not accepting pitches at this time.


So, you’d like to write for POCIT—that’s great!

We have a simple objective. To highlight the stories and thoughts of POC within the sphere of technology and startups, and to inspire the next generation. We feature interviews, articles and thought pieces every week across the industry.

If you haven’t worked with us before, here are some guidelines on what we’re looking for and how to send us pitches.

Pitching Original Content

We’re primarily looking for career-focused content. Here are some recent examples of career content that has worked well on our platform:

Have a different idea? We are also open to pitches for:

  • Captivating personal essays
  • Compelling opinion pieces on hot topics
  • Mega-exclusive interviews
  • Hard-hitting investigative pieces

Please send us your pitch using the form at the end of this page.

Pitching Tips

Before you pitch to us, please Google your idea to make sure your idea is completely original and not something we’ve covered on the site.

We are not currently accepting pitches for breaking news, viral stories, listicles, ‘Day in the life…’ pieces.

Your pitch should be around 2-4 paragraphs and include examples of your work e.g. links to a personal blog post. It is also okay if you haven’t published before too – we’re keen to work with new writers!

Keep in mind: who or what you would like to cover; why POCIT readers will care about your piece now; how you will go about gaining access to the individuals in your story (if relevant); what makes you right to take it on.

Please do not start writing your original piece before we have commissioned it!

For some more general pitching tips, please see JournoResources and Nieman Lab.


Submitting Existing Content

We have no problem with reposting your existing content if it is relevant and fits our audience. This is determined by an editor. You can submit using the form below. Submitting existing content is unpaid.


FAQs

Will I Get Paid?

We pay for original content written for the POCIT website. Rates start from $100 for short personal essays and will be confirmed upon commission. You will not be paid for use of existing content.

I Want To Be Interviewed For A POCIT Article

Please, make this clear in your pitch and an editor will get back to you if it’s appropriate for us at this time.

I’ve Submitted And No One Has Got Back To Me Yet?

We are a small team and do get a lot of inbound, so please be patient 😀

Do You Give Feedback?

We’re not always able to offer individual feedback on pitches. However, rest assured, if we aren’t able to commission you at this time, you’re very welcome to pitch to us again when you’ve got another idea!

Having issues with our pitching form? Email: info@peopleofcolorintech.com