Publication: Rest of World
Topic(s): Global technology, AI impact, EV transition, creator economy, China tech abroad, Silicon Valley expansion, regional tech ecosystems
Rate: From $1/word (typical features 3,000+ words = ~$3,000+ per article, higher depending on complexity and reporting scope)
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This is a high-end opportunity for writers focused on narrative-driven international tech journalism. Rest of World is commissioning longform features that explore how technology reshapes societies outside the U.S., U.K., Canada, Western Europe, and Australia.

They are actively looking for deeply reported, character-led stories that move beyond analysis and into lived experience. The emphasis is not on general tech commentary, but on how technology behaves once it leaves Western contexts and enters real economies, governments, and communities.

Strong pitches typically focus on:

• AI adoption and disruption in labor markets and governance systems
• Electric vehicles, supply chains, and industrial transition stories
• The expansion of Silicon Valley platforms into emerging markets
• Creator economy ecosystems under regulation, censorship, or rapid monetization shifts
• China’s tech influence across Africa, Asia, and Latin America
• Local tech founders or companies becoming regional power players

What wins here is narrative precision. Editors want scenes, not summaries. Characters, not abstractions. A clear story arc built from on-the-ground reporting, ideally with access already secured or clearly mapped.

Avoid opinion essays, ecosystem overviews, or surface-level tech surveys. This is investigative narrative journalism with global relevance.

To pitch, include a strong lede, clear narrative structure, identified sources/characters, and a precise explanation of why the story matters now. A brief 1–2 sentence bio is required, especially if you have regional or subject-matter expertise.

Pitches are reviewed across the editorial team. Once a story is approved and finalized, invoices are processed within 15 business days after completion of editing and fact-checking.