Publication: Esses Magazine
Topic(s): Racing, motorsport journalism, automotive culture, racing history, motorsport personalities, industry trends
Rate: $0.50 to $1.25 per word
Deadline: Not specified
Name of Editor: Joseph Bien-Kahn (Senior Editor)
Submit Via: Email (joseph@essesmag.com or jbienkahn@gmail.com)

Esses Magazine is currently accepting freelance pitches from writers interested in racing and motorsport journalism. This is a strong opportunity for writers looking for well-paying freelance writing jobs in motorsport, automotive journalism, and racing culture.

Senior Editor Joseph Bien-Kahn is inviting story ideas from freelance writers who can deliver compelling magazine features focused on motorsport, racing culture, drivers, technology, and the broader world of competitive motorsports.

Esses is known for publishing thoughtful long-form stories about racing history, modern motorsport, and the personalities shaping the industry. Writers with strong storytelling ability and reporting skills—especially those who understand the culture and technical side of motorsports—are encouraged to pitch.

For accepted magazine features, Esses pays between $0.50 and $1.25 per word, making this one of the better-paying freelance automotive and motorsport writing opportunities available.

Freelance writers searching for online writing jobs, motorsport journalism gigs, freelance magazine writing opportunities, or paid automotive writing jobs should consider pitching a strong feature idea to the editor.

If you have a compelling motorsport story idea—whether it involves racing innovation, legendary drivers, behind-the-scenes industry insight, or a unique motorsport subculture—this publication is open to hearing your pitch.

Send your pitch directly to the editor via email.

What They’re Looking For:

• Well-reported motorsport and racing features
• Stories about racing culture and the people behind the sport
• Insightful pieces on motorsport technology and innovation
• Profiles of drivers, teams, and figures shaping the racing world
• Unique angles within global motorsport communities