Grindr Blog Pitch Submission

Thank you for your interest in writing for the Grindr blog! Please fill out the form below with your pitch details and relevant information. We’ll review submissions on a rolling basis and get back to you if there’s a good fit. While we do read every submission, due to the volume of submissions, we are not able to respond to every pitch. 

Submission Information: We’re looking for fresh, personal stories that showcase how Grindr plays a role in today’s culture—whether it’s about sex, dating, love, or the broader social scene. While we appreciate the many perspectives shaping our world, our focus remains on illuminating Grindr’s impact in personal, communal, and cultural contexts. We want to see how Grindr fosters connection, sparks conversation, and influences modern dating experiences—so bring us your best angles on how our platform intersects with everyday life.

Note: Discussing Grindr features in your blog is a huge plus! (e.g., How I Roamed to the Best Dick Appointment of My Life).

Priority Topics for January/February (We are prioritizing these now!)

  1. Black writers for Black History Month (Any angle of your choosing—even if the angle critiques the commodification of the month itself)
  2. Rihanna's Anti Anniversary is coming up. We want a listicle pitch (Things in Culture We Got Before A New Rihanna Album)
  3. Valentine's Day (We're looking for one writer to discuss why Valentine's Day sucks and one to discuss why it's great. We will be featuring two sides in one blog).
  4. We’re looking for a take on the reality of hooking up first and asking questions (like someone’s name) later. This piece should poke at heteronormative expectations—where dinner and a movie supposedly come before anything else—and explore how spontaneity can shape our ideas of intimacy, connection, and even identity. 

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Links to Portfolio/Previous Work (REQUIRED)

If you do not have a published link, please post an example of your writing below. We need to get a sense of your writing. Writers who do not provide samples will not be considered. 
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Please answer all of the questions below. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. 

1. Proposed Headline/Title

- Give us a working title for your blog post idea.

2. Short Description of Your Pitch

- In 2–3 sentences, summarize the core idea. What’s the main theme or angle?

3. Why This Topic Works for Grindr

- Tell us briefly why you think this topic is relevant or engaging for Grindr users (e.g., timely, trending, community-focused).

4. Intended Tone/Style

- Examples:

   •    Light-hearted / Meme-driven

   •    Informative / Fact-based

   •    Reflective / Personal narrative

   •    Edgy / Provocative

   •    Other (explain)

5. Estimated Word Count

- Options:

   •    500–700 words

   •    700–1,000 words

   •    1,000+ words

   •    Other

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Anything Else We Should Know?

Use this space to mention any special constraints, references, or disclaimers. Also note if your pitch ties into a particular theme (e.g., Valentine’s Day, Black History Month, Pride season, mental health awareness, etc.).

I confirm that this pitch is my own original idea and does not infringe on the intellectual property of others. *
I agree to be contacted via email regarding my pitch and potential future writing opportunities.  *
Payment
We believe in fair compensation for creative work. While our exact rates depend on factors like experience, portfolio, length, and quality, rest assured that we do pay every writer whose story we publish. If your pitch is accepted, we’ll discuss payment details with you individually. We can’t post a one-size-fits-all rate, but our goal is to make sure your work is valued.
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