Guide: How to Pitch & Write for AmongMen (Beginner → Paid Contributor)

Section 1 · Know the site

What AmongMen publishes and who reads it

AmongMen is a general-interest men’s lifestyle site with sections such as Style & Grooming, Entertainment, Health & Fitness, Travel, Food & Drinks, Tech & Cars, True Crime, and others. Articles range from product reviews and grooming guides to listicles, entertainment notes, personal essays and service-first how-tos (e.g., “how to sleep better” or “best bourbons”). :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Their Contact page explicitly invites potential contributors: “Do you have a question about AmongMen? Want to write for us? Or just want to drop us a note? We’d love to hear from you!” — which means initial contact by email is the expected route for pitches. The contact information lists an editor email and a Toronto office address. Use it. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Section 2 · Fit your idea

Does your idea match AmongMen’s audience and style?

Before you draft a pitch, run your idea through these three checks. If you pass them, you are ready to prepare a concrete pitch.

Section 3 · Build a small base before pitching

Fast ways to create proof & samples (even if you’re new)

You don’t need a long resume. Editors want samples that show you can finish an article and that your writing is serviceable and honest. Here’s a compact path:

Section 4 · The pitch

Exact workflow + copyable email templates (do this step-by-step)

AmongMen has a contact page and an editor email listed — use that email to pitch. Below is a step-by-step SOP plus two ready-to-send templates: one short pitch (for quick ideas) and one long pitch (for feature-style pieces). Edit lightly to match your voice.

Contact page / email reference: AmongMen Contact. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Subject: Pitch: Budget face serums that actually work

Hi AmongMen editorial team / [Editor name if you have it],

I’m [Your name], a writer who covers grooming and affordable skincare (links: [sample1], [sample2]).
Quick pitch: "5 budget face serums that actually work for oily skin" — I tested 7 serums over 4 weeks and will share before/after notes, application tips, and a buying guide under $25.

Outline:
• Why cheap serums can still be effective (short intro)
• How I tested: method, photos, metrics
• Top 5 picks (product + why it works)
• Application tips and ideal pairings

I can deliver a 900–1,400 word piece with 3–5 images and product links in 2 weeks. My rate expectations are flexible — happy to follow your standard contributor terms.

Thanks for considering — would you like a full outline or a quick sample of one product section?

Best,
[Your name] — [short bio + city]
[email] | [phone optional] | [link to portfolio]

Subject: Feature pitch: The truth about 'manly' skincare — a testing story

Hi AmongMen Editorial / [Editor name],

I’m [Your name], a freelance writer and product tester (clips: [link1], [link2]). I’d like to pitch a feature/guide: "The truth about 'manly' skincare — products, myths, and what actually works".

Why this fits AmongMen:
• Practical promise: readers will have a 4-step routine they can actually use.
• Audience fit: men who want effective, no-fuss grooming answers.
• Fresh angle: I combine product testing (6 items) with interviews from a dermatologist and feedback from 12 real users.

Proposed structure:
1. Short hook: the "simplicity trap" in men's skincare
2. How I tested (method + photos)
3. Results: what worked and why (with dermatologist notes)
4. A 4-step routine for busy men
5. Quick product picks: budget, premium, travel-size

Length: 1,500–2,000 words. Includes 6 images (phone photos ok), product links, and one short Q&A with a dermatologist (I can arrange). Timeline: draft in 3 weeks; edits within 1 week.

Happy to discuss terms — let me know if you'd like a full outline or a sample section.

Warmly,
[Your name] | [short bio] | [portfolio link] | [email/phone]

Section 5 · Money

How to ask about pay and other ways to earn from your writing

Many small-to-mid lifestyle sites do not publish a standard pay scale. AmongMen’s public pages do not list standardized contributor fees; the contact page invites writers to reach out — so expect to ask about pay during the email exchange and negotiate per-piece or accept an editor’s offered fee. Always ask politely and early. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

"I'd love to write this — could you advise your contributor pay range or standard terms? I'm flexible and happy to match your usual agreements."

If you want guaranteed earnings immediately, consider simultaneously writing for revenue platforms like Medium Partner or building a Substack paid list — both are complementary to magazine pitching. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

Section 6 · Ethics, images & AI

What to avoid, and how to use tools safely

Editors expect factual accuracy, correct links, image rights, and honesty about how content was created. If you used AI to brainstorm or draft, disclose that and verify everything carefully. Do not submit AI-generated content as-is. Use Grammarly or Hemingway to proof and simplify copy. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

Section 7 · Final micro-SOP

Checklist before you hit send

Copy this final checklist into your notes and use it every time you pitch.

Section 8 · FAQ & Resources

Quick answers and links to learn more