How to Pitch Vox — Pitching Guidelines

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 #### [Even Better](https://www.vox.com/even-better)
 Even Better is Vox's home for service journalism, where we strive to answer the questions readers have about living better lives - sometimes before they even know what those questions are in the first place. We're looking for pitches focused on the following topics: parenting, work and money (although we stick more toward the emotional end of the spectrum, rather than straightforward personal finance advice), mental and physical health, and relationships of all types.
 Some recent examples of successful stories include a guide to enjoying a social gathering [if you're someone with a low social battery](https://www.vox.com/even-better/23297099/introvert-party-socializing-energy); advice on [how to fall back in love with reading](https://www.vox.com/even-better/23269893/start-reading-ritual-books); and the case for [caring less about petty things](https://www.vox.com/even-better/23216083/caring-less-perfectionism-small-stuff). What these pieces have in common is deep reporting, thorough and diverse sourcing, unexpected takeaways, concrete and actionable advice, and a warm, accessible yet authoritative tone. To pitch stories between 1,000 and 2,000 words, email [evenbetter@vox.com](mailto:evenbetter@vox.com).
+#### [Culture](https://www.vox.com/culture/)
+Vox Culture's goal is to bring readers all the context and analysis they need to understand what's going on in entertainment now. We're looking for pitches that answer the big questions readers are asking about major movies and TV shows, musical artists and songs, internet culture, fame, and the business of entertainment. Please note, we are not looking for personal essays or celebrity interviews.
+Examples of successful stories include this story about how (and why) [Disney has done away with the traditional villain](https://www.vox.com/culture/2023/5/19/23715887/disney-villains-little-mermaid-ursula-jafar-scar-frozen-ii) and an analysis of [the problems with _Bridgerton_'s ahistoricism](https://www.vox.com/culture/23712625/queen-charlotte-bridgerton-netflix-real-history). To pitch stories between 1,000 and 2,500 words, email [culture@vox.com](mailto:culture@vox.com).
+#### [Money](https://www.vox.com/money/)
+Money coverage at Vox is about making the notoriously opaque worlds of business, economics, and finance legible. Topics of interest include: large-scale economic trends, consumer behavior, the retail industry, labor, and the headaches and scandals of the business world.
+To get a sense of the kinds of stories we're looking for, please check out this piece about [people who do nothing at their jobs](https://www.vox.com/money/23733244/bullshit-jobs-work-employment-lazy-jobless-employed-nothing-to-do) and this look at [the rise in luxury goods sales](https://www.vox.com/money/23728283/luxury-designer-boom-nike-lvmh-pandemic-le-creuset) despite rampant inflation. To pitch stories between 1,000 and 2,500 words, email [money@vox.com](mailto:money@vox.com).
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 ## How we'll work together
 If we're interested in your pitch, we'll discuss rates, deadlines, scope, kill fees (if applicable), and other expectations with you upfront. We'll also discuss potential expenses, travel, or risks and provide press credentials when necessary.