How to Write a Pitch


From nowhere, I received an email from the content editors of an online publication saying they were planning to set up a podcast interview.

They read through my pitch and decided to reach out to me in person! I was having my dinner when this email landed in response to one of my pitch emails sent so far.

Want to have a look at the pitch that wowed those editors? Learn how to come up with a winning pitch right from here.

You have it here:

I saw your advertisement on Paid Gigs for Prolific Writers and I’d want to apply. I had a feel that writing for your business website would be a good fit as I have a great passion for coming up with highly-engaging and content-rich blog articles on a wide disposition of topics. I also have my personal blog that I leverage to develop my writing expertise and provide engaging posts.

I’m proficient at writing & researching on virtually any topic and, as a passionate blogger, I can offer my blogging insight towards the upkeep of your site.

If I’m hired, you can rest assured that every piece of content I produce will have:

  • a captivating headline
  • an irresistible introduction
  • resources, stats and examples where necessary
  • a CTA (call-to-action) for your readers
  • an entertaining and engaging voice

You can get to know more about me on LinkedIn which delineates my freelance writing experience. You can view my LinkedIn profile at:…………….

Feel free to view my Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and business blog page:…………..

Israel Olatunji

OnlineBusinessPublications.com

I could hardly believe this pitch email landed me the writing Gig, but it actually did! I forwarded this pitch without:

  • A clear specialty
  • Relevant samples. I only sent PDF’s which weren’t related to the specialty topic
  • Any pitch writing experience

And do you know what this implies? If you’re a novice at freelancing, or in a specialty or portfolio experience, it’s more than feasible to land a writing Gig.

So, let’s try breaking down this pitch and find out what I did well that most interested those editors.

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madyibilg Premium
great one bro. let's do this.
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Israel17 Premium
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Thanks for your contributions, my friend! Glad you found it a great tutorial! Have you been into freelance writing, sending pitches to several editorials before reading this training? If yes, kindly share with us your pitching experience in the freelancing industry. Hear from you soonest, friend!

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emimos12 Premium
You have really knocked the nail at the head, keep it up.
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Thanks for reading, emimos! Much appreciated! Glad you enjoyed reading this tutorial! Simply follow the taught pitching strategies and you'll be well on your way to getting high paying clients in your specialty. Do not forget to write professionally while working for publications and journalists. Be seen and known as a professional writer and go on succeeding in the online world. Thanks for your contributions!

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Eaka1 Premium
Wow thanks Israel for sharing! Heidi question became a training!You always care about developping other people skills in this community. Indeed ,sharing is caring! Kudos Israel! Eva
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Israel17 Premium
@Eaka1
Much welcome onboard, Eva! You're highly cherished, my friend. Yes, sharing is caring. We share with one another and learn to grow together. That's how it works. I hope you found the pitching strategies helpful! Yes, you can start pitching even in your local language. Thanks for reading! Wish you much success in your online endeavors!

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don1rock Premium
You've mad some good points. Thank you.
Don
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@don1rock
Most welcome, Don! Thanks for dropping by and kudos for taking the time to read this training! I hope you got the points for sending a winning pitch! Please, go on pitching and expect to land your first winning Gig soonest. Thanks for your valuable contributions!

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Aussiemuso Premium Plus
Such wonderful experience that shows in this email. I appreciated you breaking it down Israel. So pleased Heidi asked for your training on this.

How long have you been blogging now?

Lily 😊
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Israel17 Premium
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Thanks for being awesome, Lily! Glad you enjoyed reading this post! Yes, Heidi only asked a question about writing a great pitch and I decided to give an answer this way. That is the passion with which I work every day. I delight so much in helping others succeed. Thanks for your contributions, my friend!

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