The desk
Contact
A small desk reads everything that arrives. Choose the address that fits, and we will reply if we can take it further.
General enquiries: desk@example.com
Pitches
Three sentences on the place, why now, and what you would photograph. Links to earlier work help.
Letters
Responses to a story, under 250 words, with the headline you are replying to. We may edit for length.
Corrections
Tell us the story, the sentence and what is wrong. Corrections are dated at the foot of the article.
Before you write
Do you pay contributors?
Yes. Rates are agreed before any reporting begins, and photographs are paid separately from words.
Can I republish a story?
Ask first. Text and photographs often have different owners, and we will put you in touch with both.
How long does a reply take?
Usually two to three weeks. If you have not heard back after a month, it is fine to offer the idea elsewhere.