Tips & Pitches
How to submit story tips and pitches with the details that speed up editorial review.
Send story tips, leads, and pitch proposals in a structured format so editorial review can focus on verification and relevance, not on missing basics.
Include the core facts (who, what, where, when), why the story matters now, and how the information can be verified. If confidentiality is required, specify what can be published and how contact should be handled.
Email: tips-pitches@thearttimes.com
FAQ
The FAQ below lists the details that make a pitch review-ready. Time-sensitive items should include a firm deadline, time zone, and a reliable contact method.
What details should be included in a pitch to be review-ready?
Goal: Enable fast, factual evaluation.
Include: Who/what/where/when, why it matters now, and how it can be verified.
Send to: tips-pitches@thearttimes.com (Subject: Support | Tips & Pitches)
Expected reply: Routing confirmation or follow-up questions when verification is needed.
Include: Who/what/where/when, why it matters now, and how it can be verified.
Send to: tips-pitches@thearttimes.com (Subject: Support | Tips & Pitches)
Expected reply: Routing confirmation or follow-up questions when verification is needed.
Can tips be submitted confidentially or anonymously?
Goal: Protect sensitive sources.
Include: What may be published, what must remain private, and the safest way to contact the sender.
Send to: tips-pitches@thearttimes.com (Subject: Support | Tips & Pitches)
Expected reply: Handling guidance and next steps if the information is actionable.
Include: What may be published, what must remain private, and the safest way to contact the sender.
Send to: tips-pitches@thearttimes.com (Subject: Support | Tips & Pitches)
Expected reply: Handling guidance and next steps if the information is actionable.
Which sources, links, or documents help verification?
Goal: Support verification.
Include: Primary sources, official statements, documents, and direct links to verifiable references.
Send to: tips-pitches@thearttimes.com (Subject: Support | Tips & Pitches)
Expected reply: Request for additional substantiation if required.
Include: Primary sources, official statements, documents, and direct links to verifiable references.
Send to: tips-pitches@thearttimes.com (Subject: Support | Tips & Pitches)
Expected reply: Request for additional substantiation if required.
Are attachments preferred or should links be used?
Goal: Ensure safe, accessible review.
Include: Links to sources whenever possible; if attaching files, keep them small and clearly named.
Send to: tips-pitches@thearttimes.com (Subject: Support | Tips & Pitches)
Expected reply: Confirmation of preferred format for the specific case.
Include: Links to sources whenever possible; if attaching files, keep them small and clearly named.
Send to: tips-pitches@thearttimes.com (Subject: Support | Tips & Pitches)
Expected reply: Confirmation of preferred format for the specific case.
How should time-sensitive tips be labeled?
Goal: Prioritize urgent items.
Include: Deadline, time zone, event timing, and availability for follow-up.
Send to: tips-pitches@thearttimes.com (Subject: Support | Tips & Pitches)
Expected reply: Routing based on urgency and verifiability.
Include: Deadline, time zone, event timing, and availability for follow-up.
Send to: tips-pitches@thearttimes.com (Subject: Support | Tips & Pitches)
Expected reply: Routing based on urgency and verifiability.
When should a follow-up be sent if no reply arrives?
Goal: Follow up responsibly.
Include: Original send date, subject line, and a brief one-paragraph summary.
Send to: tips-pitches@thearttimes.com (Subject: Support | Tips & Pitches)
Expected reply: Varies by volume and verification needs.
Include: Original send date, subject line, and a brief one-paragraph summary.
Send to: tips-pitches@thearttimes.com (Subject: Support | Tips & Pitches)
Expected reply: Varies by volume and verification needs.
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