Bright Wall / Dark Room: Teachers
They publish essays on film and television related topics. “For our next issue, we're looking for essays on Teachers, in the broadest sense of the word. Movies about teachers, obviously, but also: professors, mentors, coaches, aspirational figures—or: movies that taught you something you've held close and true ever since. … In order to be considered for the issue we will need to receive a complete first draft of your essay via Submittable by August 15, 2025.” They pay $50. They’re also reading unthemed submissions; there is no deadline for those. Details here.

Deadline: August 15th, 2025