Topic(s): Politics, culture, media criticism, arts, academia, fiction, poetry, books, film, television, class analysis, social commentary
Rate: Up to $2,000 per Article
Deadline: No deadline
The Drift Magazine is actively accepting pitches across multiple categories.
The publication is looking for sharp, original, and socially engaged writing that challenges conventional thinking. Editors want essays that uncover what’s being ignored in politics, media, the arts, and academia, while avoiding predictable arguments and partisan talking points.
They’re particularly interested in:
- Cultural criticism
- Political analysis
- Class-conscious reporting and essays
- Fiction
- Poetry
- Short reviews of books, films, TV, art, and other cultural works
For nonfiction, send one pitch at a time consisting of 2–4 paragraphs. The magazine does not accept completed nonfiction drafts. Instead, they work closely with writers throughout the editorial process, often across several revisions.
Fiction submissions should be attached as a Word document or PDF named “lastname_firstname.” Poetry submissions may include up to six poems in a single Word document or PDF using the same naming format.
For Mentions, submit a 1–4 sentence review directly in the email body, along with your relevant clips. Strong submissions feature a narrow angle, humor, and a memorable closing line.
This is one of the better-paying freelance writing opportunities for writers with distinctive perspectives on politics, culture, literature, and society.