Pitching the Sexiest Newsroom

PSYN Media is the leading voice in news about sex and pleasure. We cover it all with boldness, wit and journalistic integrity, from hard-hitting news to listicles and personal features.

Send all pitches to pitch@psynmedia.com.

What we're looking for

Smart, engaging and funny writing that fits one of our channels:

Pleasure: toys and products, sextech, relationships and dating, and how-to pieces for our Just the Tips section. We fangirl over sex diaries and advice.

Health: sexual health, periods, fertility and menopause, and the latest science and research. Reported pieces with expert sources are especially welcome.

Culture: film, TV and books, celebrity and internet culture, history and politics. We value cultural criticism, personal perspectives and enthusiastic adoration.

Money: the business of pleasure and personal finance, from sextech funding rounds to prenups.

Common pitching mistakes

Avoid pitching general topics without a specific angle. Focus on a story idea that hasn't been covered extensively.

Do your research to make sure you're not pitching something we've already covered or that doesn't fit our coverage.

Don't forget who you're writing for. Our readers come to us for news and information on sex and pleasure: health, politics, product reviews and more. Write to that, and we've got a PSYN Press Pass waiting for you.

How to format your pitch

Subject line: the type of pitch (for example, Personal Essay Pitch or Reported Story Pitch), followed by a brief summary of your idea.

Body: a suggested headline (we love when it's fun), a one- to three-sentence summary, a proposed timeline, and any sources or interview subjects.

Our editing process

Our editing process is collaborative and thorough. If we're interested in your pitch, we'll discuss rates, deadlines and expectations up front. You'll receive an agreement with clear terms, and we use a freelance management platform for communication and payment.

We value clear, respectful communication throughout, and we look forward to hearing your ideas.