65: Land a Long Feature in WSJ with Kelsey Ogletree
This is the story of a piece that almost wasn’t meant to be. And, if you’re into interior design, you’ll especially want to give this episode a listen. Our guest shares how a trending topic, unlikely pitch, and serendipitous encounter with a stranger all culminated into a nice, long feature with beautiful imagery for the Wall Street Journal. Gain insider tips for pitching a national lifestyle freelance writer, and so much more. In this episode, you’ll learn… –How a big feature (with original imagery!) is put together for a top tier outlet –Why social trends matter to journalists and editors (hello again, TikTok!) –What additional info helps a freelance writer make an informed decision (transparency is always key!) Our guest is: Kelsey Ogletree, an Alabama-based independent journalist covering travel, food, design and golf. Her work has appeared in various print and digital outlets, from Midwest Living and Real Simple to The Wall Street Journal and Allrecipes. She’s also the founder of Pitchcraft, a journalist-led membership platform helping PR professionals build relationships with freelance writers and editors in the national consumer lifestyle space.