story-pitch

Generate structured story pitch templates for editors.

359|61|Updated Dec 25, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jamditis/claude-skills-journalism --skill story-pitch
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: story-pitch
Source: https://github.com/jamditis/claude-skills-journalism/tree/main/story-pitch
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jamditis/claude-skills-journalism --skill story-pitch

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Journalists often struggle to craft concise, compelling pitches that editors will read and act on. This Skill provides structured pitch templates, angle development guidance, and editor-facing formats to streamline outreach and increase acceptance rates.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Pitch templates by type: Daily news, features, investigations, op-eds, and freelance queries with ready-to-fill skeletons.
  • Angle development framework: Step-by-step prompts to craft hooks, leads, sources, and access plans tailored to outlets.
  • Editorial workflow guidance: Best practices on timing, submission formats, and follow-ups with concrete examples.

Quick Start

Provide the AI with a brief story idea and request a 300-word daily-news pitch including hook, sources, timeline, and publication format.

Frequently Asked Questions about story-pitch

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I write a story pitch an editor will approve?

A daily news pitch needs a compelling hook, confirmed sources, a reporting timeline, and a defined publication format. This Skill provides ready-to-fill templates to structure these elements clearly for editors.

Can I use templates for freelance story queries and op-eds?

Yes, templates are available for freelance story queries and op-eds. The Skill includes ready-to-fill skeletons for features, investigations, and daily news to streamline outreach and structure your angles.

What is the best way to develop an angle for a feature pitch?

The best way to develop an angle for a feature pitch is to use a step-by-step framework to craft hooks, leads, sources, and access plans. This ensures your pitch is tailored to the target outlet.

Does this pitch framework support investigative journalism outreach?

Yes, the pitch framework supports investigative journalism outreach. It provides tailored templates to outline sources, timelines, and access plans needed for complex investigative story submissions to editors.

What should a 300-word daily news pitch include?

A 300-word daily news pitch should include a strong hook, confirmed sources, a reporting timeline, and the publication format. The Skill generates this structure to streamline your editor outreach.