Publication: Inkstick
Topic(s): War reporting, military industrial complex, authoritarianism, militarization of policing, border politics, human rights crises, global security, book reviews
Rate: $500+ per reported feature (rates vary by scope, depth, and length)
Deadline: Rolling
Name of Editor: Patrick Strickland (Managing Editor)
Submit Via: Email – pstrickland@inkstickmedia.com and agaestel@inkstickmedia.com

Writers looking for high-paying freelance writing jobs, especially in international affairs, conflict reporting, and human rights journalism, should pay attention to this opportunity.

Inkstick is a nonprofit newsroom dedicated to reporting on endless war and its human consequences. Their editorial focus goes beyond battlefield coverage. They investigate:

• The military industrial complex
• Expanding authoritarianism
• Militarization of policing
• Border regimes and migration control
• Human rights crises in the U.S. and globally

They are actively seeking:

• Reported features (around 1,200 words; typically $500)
• Long-form essays and long reads
• Investigative pieces
• Book reviews related to war, security, and global politics

Rates depend on the depth of reporting, complexity of research, and word count. For Kenyan and international writers targeting paid magazine submissions, remote journalism jobs, or freelance political writing gigs, this is a serious publication with a clear editorial mandate.

Before pitching, study their recent coverage to understand tone, ideological framing, and reporting depth. Inkstick prioritizes the human impact of militarization and war systems, not surface-level commentary.

If you can deliver original reporting, strong sourcing, and sharp analysis on conflict, state violence, or global power structures, this is a strong-paying outlet to target.

What They’re Looking For:

• Deeply reported stories centered on people affected by militarism
• Original angles on war systems and global security structures
• Analytical essays with strong research foundations
• Thoughtful book reviews tied to their editorial focus
• Work that examines how war logic shapes daily life

This is ideal for writers building portfolios in international reporting, investigative journalism, and human rights writing.