Publication: SAD MAG
Topic(s): Taste, Food, Fashion, Music, Culture
Rate: $100–$300 CAD per article
Deadline: 25 July 2025
Client’s Name: Not specified
Submit Via: hello@sadmag.ca

✅ What They’re Looking For:
SAD MAG is calling for pitches for their 39th issue: TASTE. They’re after bold, creative takes on what it means to have (or lack) taste. Think haute cuisine, corner store snacks, synaesthesia, style, music, and culture. Submissions should be 300–1,200 words and packed with flavour.

✅ Resources/Guides:
Full submission guidelines: sadmag.ca/submissions

💡 How To Get This Client:

This is a perfect opportunity for writers who can mix personality with critique. Send a sharp pitch that shows off your voice and your unique lens on culture. Emerging writers are welcome—don’t overthink it; focus on originality.

⚡ Pro Tip:
Clients like SAD MAG value writers who can connect the dots between trends and deeper cultural meaning. To stand out, position your pitch as part of a bigger conversation. (If you’re new to pitching, training is highly recommended to avoid rookie mistakes.)