National Geographic is looking for writers spring travel stories with a superlative and timely hook. Leaning away from people/company profiles, galleries/listicles and food/drink stories.
Deadline: 2 April 2022 (for spring stories)
ABOUT THE COMPANY
National Geographic is a multimedia destination for stories in science, exploration and adventure. Its core purpose is to use the power of science, exploration, education and storytelling to illuminate and protect the wonder of our world.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We love relevant and timely travel articles that provide a deeper look at destinations, trends, and travel experiences through the National Geographic lenses of science, culture and history, wildlife and wild spaces, conservation, and community.
I am personally obsessed with adventure in the Mid-West/Great Plains, reported features, saying “ohhhh I didn’t know that,” inclusive travel, and the intersection of travel, community, and conservation. Before you pitch, carefully consider the kinds of travel stories we publish.
WHAT TO INCLUDE IN SUBMISSION
- Write a short introduction about yourself
- Attach a paragraph highlighting your writing experience, relevant credentials and publication credits
- Include links to your strongest work or portfolio, and online profile.
COMPENSATION
- $800-$1000 depending on clips.
CONTACT
For more information, visit their website.
Before applying, review submission guidelines. Please email all questions and submissions to Starlight Williams, Associate Editor at National Geographic Travel at: starlight.williams@natgeo.com.
