The Hechinger Report

The Hechinger Report is an independent, nonprofit news organization that focuses on inequality and innovation in education. They provide in-depth, fact-based, and unbiased reporting on education. They look for stories that combine compelling narratives from classrooms and campuses with smart, original analyses of national education issues. Stories should consider the research and draw from the knowledge of experts and affected communities. According to their writer’s guidelines page, they pay $1.50 per word for stories that generally range from 1,000 to 2,000 words and cover travel expenses on top of the story fee.

News & Pitch Calls from The Hechinger Report

Thursday, May 11th 2023

The Hechinger Report is Seeking Freelance Reporters and Photographers

The Hechinger Report is an independent, nonprofit news organization that focuses on inequality and innovation in education. They’re looking for freelance reporters and photographers. Their stories are typically 1,000-2,000 words. They pay $1.50/word and also cover travel expenses. For details, refer to this tweet and this form.

Monday, November 2nd 2020

The Hechinger Report is Looking for Freelancers Living in the West

The Hechinger Report is an independent, nonprofit news organization that focuses on inequality and innovation in education. They provide in-depth, fact-based, and unbiased reporting on education. Their western bureau chief has tweeted, “Looking for freelancers *living* in the West with education reporting experience. Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico are especially of interest. We believe diversity is crucial to our success.” According to payment reports, they pay $1.50 per word. For more information, email mongeau@hechingerreport.org. Read their western bureau chief’s Tweet here and contact them here.