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Pitch a journalist by email: a short template that works

A short, relevant pitch email template for journalists: under 200 words, tied to their beat, with one clear offer.

When to use it

You have a story idea for a specific journalist's beat.

The template

Fill in the fields to personalize it, then copy the finished email. Everything stays in your browser.

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Preview

Subject

[story angle in under 10 words]
Hi [journalist name],

I enjoyed your piece on [their recent story]. Following on from it: [news or angle in one sentence].

Why it matters for your readers: [why it matters].

[Spokesperson] can share [what they can offer, such as data or an interview]. Happy to send [materials] if useful.

Best,
[your name]

Tips

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