Publication: Class Central
Topic(s): Education, Online Learning, EdTech, Industry Analysis
Rate: $500–$1,250 per article (+30% bonus for high-performing pieces)
Deadline: Rolling (open pitches)
Editor/Contact: careers@classcentral.com
Submit Via: Email (subject line: Pitch: [Your Headline])

Class Central, the world’s leading search engine for online courses with over 100M learners, is hiring journalists and freelance writers to contribute to their publication, The Report. They want in-depth stories on the global education landscape—particularly online learning, ed-tech trends, industry analysis, and breaking news around major platforms like Coursera, edX, Udemy, and Duolingo.

This is a chance to write for a publication modeled after ProPublica, Rest of World, and The Markup, with stories that serve readers instead of algorithms.

What They’re Looking For:

• Strong, evidence-based reporting (1,000–2,500 words).
• Deep analysis of education companies and market trends.
• Data-driven stories, financial insights, and insider perspectives.
• Investigative reporting on online education’s biggest players.
• Not looking for: personal essays, how-to guides, or promo content.

Resources/Guides:

• Class Central Report – examples of their journalism.
• Write for Class Central – official guidelines.

How To Get This Client:

To land this gig, send a clear, concise pitch with a strong headline, a 300-word story idea, and a brief reporting plan. Back it up with writing samples that show you can handle data, analysis, and investigative reporting. Think global trends, sharp insights, and stories that matter to the future of education.

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