The Current is always seeking qualified, talented freelancers. If you’re interested in freelancing for us, please follow these guidelines.
1. If you haven’t already done so, familiarize yourself with the Current.
In features, culture, food, and music, we do not cover the same subject
or topic in a two-year period unless there is a compelling new angle.
Regular columns are written by staff or dedicated freelancers. Most
other formats are open to freelancers. Please note standard article
lengths and take them into consideration when pitching a story..
2. Send a brief cover letter, resume, two relevant
writing samples, and at least one story pitch to the appropriate
editor. Email queries are encouraged. If your writing samples are
archived on the web, you may include links rather than the full text. If we are interested, we will respond via email. Patience, persistence, and politeness pay off.
Email your news freelance submissions to:
Sanford Nowlin, Editor-in-chief
Food and nightlife freelance submissions to:
Nina Rangel, Food + Nightlife Editor
Arts freelance submissions to:
Kelly Nelson, Digital Content Editor
3. Editors occasionally assign pieces to freelancers,
but successful freelancers also generate interesting story ideas. Pitch
early and often.
4. For new writers, we might assign an article on
“spec,” which means you turn in a completed article. If we like it, we
publish it and pay you. If we don’t, then the piece does not run and
there is no kill fee.
5. When you begin freelancing for us, you will
receive additional instructions on topics including deadlines, pay
rates, pay schedules, and the Current’s policies, including a code of ethics.