They say write what you know ... and so I did!
PS: I need pitches for several pubs
Happy Monday!
I am beyond excited to share my debut article for Business Insider: I've spent months living in a cheap hotel. Here are 5 ways it's revolutionized my life and work routines.
Yes, it’s a recap of the unexpected silver linings I discovered while spending 2+ months in a crappy hotel while my house was under construction post-flood. And while the whole experience was of course disruptive and weird, it really wasn’t as awful as I thought it would be! (That said, I’m SO glad we’re home now, even if we still don’t have a master bathroom and have 30+ boxes left to unpack!)
Business Insider has also given me the green light for a second (unrelated) article that’ll probably come out sometime in March, so stay tuned.
I spent some time this weekend shooting a fun Valentine’s Day campaign for Dunkin’ Donuts that’s now posted to my Instagram (I made a Reel and a Post), so feel free to check them out and give them some love if frosted pink donuts are your thing (and if they aren’t, we can’t be friends)! And please keep me in mind for your clients’ brand campaigns.
Beyond that, I’m currently working on a “healthy aging” series for Better Nutrition (as you’ll see below). They recently stopped their print pub (sniffle), and are beefing up their digital content (yay!). Oh, and I’m putting my monthly Oxygen column on your radar, too (spoiler: no affiliate programs required for this!).
Have a great start to your week, everyone.
Jill
—— Current Editorial Needs ——
1. Better Nutrition: Gynecologist or other medical professional with expertise in menopause
Working on 2 menopause articles. 1) an overview of its stages and symptoms. 2) ways to mitigate symptoms
Please send credentials, not commentary. I’ll respond with specific questions.
Can’t include anyone associated with a brand or their own supplement line.
Subject line: Menopause expert
Email: JillSchildhouse@gmail.com
Pitch by: EOD Wed Feb 9
2. Better Nutrition: Ortho doc, physical therapist, etc.
This article will cover exercises to keep aging bones healthy and why it’s important to do so
Please send credentials, not commentary. I’ll respond with specific questions.
Can’t include anyone associated with a brand or their own supplement line.
Subject line: Healthy Bones Expert
Email: JillSchildhouse@gmail.com
Pitch by: EOD Wed Feb 9
3. Better Nutrition: Eye doctor
This article will ways to protect your eyesight as you age
Please send credentials, not commentary. I’ll respond with specific questions.
Subject line: Sleep doctor
Email: JillSchildhouse@gmail.com
Pitch by: EOD Wed Feb 9
4. The Healthy: Sleep doctor
Need a sleep doctor who’s NOT affiliated with a mattress brand or other products to weigh in on a mattress story.
Please send credentials, not commentary. I’ll respond with specific questions.
Subject line: Eye doctor
Email: JillSchildhouse@gmail.com
Pitch by: EOD Wed Feb 9
5. Oxygen: Women’s health/fitness/nutrition products
Each month, myself and the other Oxygen editors (do you guys even know I’ve been an editor at Oxygen for over a year now?) pull together our list of “must-have” products … anything fitness/nutrition/wellness aimed toward women is fair game. Here’s a example so you get the vibe.
Samples are required, because I personally test all these items. Oh, but please don’t ship any samples until you know I’m interested in the pitch (I know so many of you have my address and are very generous with packages).
No affiliate links required!!! (I can practically hear you cheering!)
Subject line: Oxygen Editors’ Picks
Email: JillSchildhouse@gmail.com
Pitch by: Ongoing
Recently Published Pieces (Thanks for your help!)
Business Insider: 5 Things I Learned Living in a Hotel for 9 Weeks
Better Nutrition: The 3 Best Vitamin Subscription Services
Better Nutrition: 12 Ways to Boost Your Heart Health Today
Reader’s Digest: This Hair Straightener Comb Has Nearly 20,000 Five-Star Ratings on Amazon—Here’s Why
Health Central: How to Tell Your Child They Have a Chronic Medical Condition
Reader’s Digest: 25 Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Gifts That Still Show You Care
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PR Job Opportunities
The U.S. & Canada PR team at Marriott International is hiring! Seeking a Senior Director, PR to lead, develop and execute a Consumer PR strategy to generate exposure and support demand generation for the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio of 5,700+ hotels in the U.S. and Canada. Click this link for more details.
Trea Denise Davenport is looking for a PR writer and strategist who can help her agency with a backlog of press releases, pitches, decks and more. This is a part-time independent contractor agreement for a few months. Send a note of interest and writing samples to: trea@treaday.com.
Also, I have a physical therapist for you! Will email you soon
Great story on Insider about your hotel stay. Nice to hear about someone being and staying optimistic and positive. Lots of luck with your reno and move.