Contributing Writer
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We are seeking writers who want to join a strong community of witchy writers and build their portfolio. This person must be reliable, trustworthy, and able to commit to their own writing as well as fostering the community they are a part of. You’re someone who’s creative, takes initiative, and has awesome ideas. You’re organized and efficient. You have a positive attitude, are flexible and open-minded, align with Pussy Magic’s mission, and value safe spaces for authentic self-expression. You communicate strongly, receive feedback well, and are adaptable. You do not engage in drama. You are a genuine and kind person who wants to contribute to the overall message and success of Pussy Magic.
It is not necessary that you are a previously published writer if you are a strong writer who’s writing and interests align with Pussy Magic. In the case of having no portfolio, please send us some polished samples of work you would like to publish with us. More info below.
commitment:
Write monthly/bi-monthly articles that align with Pussy Magic’s content goals/vision/mission and your interests
Stay in touch with the coven daily on Slack - we want people who are engaged, engaging, and involved
We are open to you doing more if you have other skill-sets you’d like to contribute to your work or PM, please share with us if you’re interested
WHAT YOU HAVE/ARE:
A positive attitude
Ideas ideas ideas! You’re bursting with writing and want to share your words with the world
Writing/editing experience (we are open to varying ranges of experience)
Strong and open communication skills
Ability to self-edit so that you are able to submit at least mostly polished work by your deadline
Ability to meet deadlines
Flexibility and accountability
Respect and empathy for other people’s experiences
The desire to contribute to and be a part of a safe space community
You are ideally not currently volunteering for another magazine, but we are open to discuss
TIME COMMITMENT:
However long it takes you to write/edit and article every 6-8 weeks
Monthly meetings with the coven
Any writing/editing time that comes up with coven workshops if you choose to participate
Sporadic weekly communication with the rest of the coven via Slack
In a way, it’s up to you! We are seeking writers who want to also be involved on a community-level as well, not only to build their portfolio. Both is ideal for both of us!
Benefits:
One-on-one editing time with your peers or your coven leaders, if you desire (this will be scheduled between you and them)
Gain writing and editing experience
A close-knit community to lean on, work with, spread joy with, etc.
Allowance to submit to all special issues (this does not guarantee acceptance)
Building your own writing portfolio in topics that align with you
A safe space to BE, to write, and to share stories you may not be able to share otherwise
First access to retreats, classes/workshops, clubs, and offerings that are coming soon
Free special issues
Discounts on all services/items in shop (coming soon)
Opportunity to also be a reader, part of editorial teams for special issues, and utilize other skills for Pussy Magic
References from your coven leaders for future applications, fellowships, residencies, etc.
and more!
HOW TO APPLY:
Email brief cover letter, resume/CV, and writing portfolio/websites/any other relevant materials to ROSE [AT] PUSSYMAGICHEALS.COM. You can address these materials to the editors (if you don’t know who those are, check out our coven page!) and make sure you put the position title in the subject line.
IMPORTANT: if you do not have a portfolio yet, please send links to relevant writing materials. If you have not ever been published, please send samples of polished work that you would like to publish via Pussy Magic. If you DO have a portfolio, please also include what kind of writing you want to share with Pussy Magic and what you see yourself writing about for us that also pertains to your interests.
Any applications missing materials, a greeting, or message in the e-mail will not be considered.