Write for PeopleOnTheNews

Write for PeopleOnTheNews

PeopleOnTheNews is growing, and we are looking for sharp, knowledgeable writers who live and breathe celebrity and influencer culture. If you can tell readers what happened, why it matters, and do it with a voice that is confident, knowing and never mean, we want to hear from you. This page explains what we cover, what we look for in contributors, how to pitch us, and what to expect once you do. Before pitching, we recommend reading our About page and our Editorial Policy so your ideas land in the right lane.

What We Cover

We are a daily celebrity and influencer news magazine with a mobile-first audience. We commission and publish coverage across:

• Celebrities and public figures — actors, musicians, athletes and personalities in the news.
• Influencers and digital creators — YouTubers, TikTok stars, streamers and online personalities (our signature “+ Influencer” beat).
• Royals — well-sourced, thoughtful royal coverage.
• Reality TV — the franchises, casts and moments people are talking about.
• Red carpet and fashion — premieres, galas, award-show style and trends.
• Couples and relationships — reported responsibly and with care.
• Music, movies and television — releases, casting, careers and culture.
• Awards season — nominations, wins, snubs and campaigns.
• Net worth and biographies — carefully researched, estimate-based profiles.

What We Look For

We are looking for writers who combine genuine expertise with reporting discipline and a great voice. Strong candidates bring:

• Real knowledge of the beat. You know the players, the platforms and the context, whether that is Hollywood, the royals, reality TV or creator culture.
• A nose for the story. You can spot what is actually newsworthy and find a fresh, specific angle rather than rewriting what everyone else already published.
• Sourcing instincts. You understand the difference between a confirmed fact and an unverified rumor, and you know how to attribute responsibly and when to use “allegedly.”
• Our voice. Confident, knowing, lightly playful — never cruel, never clickbait, never body-shaming, slut-shaming or piling on.
• Clean, mobile-first writing. Tight, well-structured copy that gets to the point and reads well on a phone.

What Makes a Good Pitch

The best pitches are specific, timely and clearly suited to our audience. A strong pitch tells us, in a few tight paragraphs:

• The story or angle — what it is, in one or two sharp sentences.
• Why now — the news hook or timeliness that makes it relevant today.
• Why our readers — why this fits PeopleOnTheNews specifically and what makes your take different.
• Your sources or access — what you can confirm, who you can talk to, or what expertise you bring.
• A working headline — how you would frame it (without resorting to clickbait).

If you are a new contributor, include one or two relevant writing samples or links to published work, plus a sentence on your background and the areas you know best. We value a great idea executed well over a long resume.

How to Pitch

Send your pitch by email to press@peopleonthenews.com, or to info@peopleonthenews.com if you are unsure where it fits. Please put a clear, specific subject line on your email (for example, “Pitch: [your angle]”), keep the pitch concise, and paste samples as links rather than large attachments where possible. One well-targeted pitch is far more effective than a mass email, so take a moment to tailor it to us.

Rates and Terms

We work with contributors on a per-piece or ongoing basis depending on the assignment and your experience, and we discuss rates and terms directly with each writer when we commission work. Compensation reflects the scope, originality, reporting effort and timeliness of the piece. We treat our contributors fairly and professionally, we are clear about expectations and deadlines up front, and we confirm the terms of an assignment before you start writing. Specific rates are agreed on a case-by-case basis.

Our Editorial Standards

Every contributor is expected to meet the same standards as our staff. That means accurate, well-sourced reporting; responsible use of “allegedly” for unproven or contested claims; honest attribution and absolutely no plagiarism; respect for the privacy and dignity of the people we cover, including minors; and a firm commitment to avoiding body-shaming, slut-shaming and pile-on coverage. We also expect transparency about any conflicts of interest and about any use of AI tools in your process. Please review our full Editorial Policy and Ethics Policy before pitching — familiarity with them makes for a much stronger pitch and a smoother working relationship.

Response Time

We read every pitch, but we receive a high volume, so we are not always able to reply to each one individually. If your idea is a fit, we typically aim to respond within about one to two weeks, often sooner for timely, news-driven pitches. If you have not heard back within a couple of weeks, you are welcome to move the idea elsewhere or to pitch us something new. We appreciate the time you put into pitching us, and we look forward to reading what you have.