Writing Contributors

O’Neill Johnson, Chairman
Oxford Magazine

Welcome to all prospective writers. To put it simply, we are looking for the best local talent to join us as we create one amazing issue after another. Please read the position description below.

Writing Contributors

Writing Contributors Compensation
1470-1500 Words without spaces £200.00
780-800 Words without spaces £100.00
530-550 Words without spaces £75.00
280-300 Words without spaces £50.00

Description
Now taking intelligent helpful editorial on a monthly basis. Articles selected will be compensated at the rates above. Written on suggested topics as they pertain to the specific location; conversation/ observation/ participation and speculation. Each submission should be bold and challenging. Most of all it needs to have value to the residents of Oxford.

If you are looking to contribute to the cultural integrity and open communication in your community, we invite you to send your writing submission as often as you like and you may land the position as the local editor at large in the process.

All writing submissions deadlines are between 1ST and 15TH of the prior month to the issues print date.
All applicants whom have their submissions selected for print will be notified of their status via e-mail or telephone.

Look at your writing contribution as an opportunity for neighbour helping neighbour to understand and learn how to better survive in the town where they live based on their unique life experiences. No B.S. No Spin. Each issue is like a real-life MBA at your family’s and neighbour’s fingertips.

Article Criteria
1. Submissions must be original works (not featured in other publications) and submitted by the author.
2. Subject must be reflective of daily life opportunities/ choices in Oxford.
3. Author must be a current resident of one of Oxford.
4. Each selection must be accompanied by a 60 word minimum description, plus all reasonable, relevant contact details.
5. May only be submitted once.
6. No political themes.
7. No press releases.
8. No fiction.
9. No Interviews.
10. Applicant must provide two self photographs (waits up) with each submission.
11. Word count minimum 700 maximum 950 including spaces.
12. Ariel (font) 12 points, standard word document.
13. *We are not creating adverts
14. Time sensitive (applying to issues in the community developing/ happening within the last 30 days)

Print Schedule

January 2010
March 2010
May 2010
July 2010
September 2010
November 2010

Writing Contributors Submission Deadlines

December 1 – 15, 2009
February 1 – 15, 2010
April 1 – 15, 2010
June 1 – 15, 2010
August 1 – 15, 2010
October 1 – 15, 2010

Recommended Article Topics

1. Relationships
2. Internet Laws
3. Nightlife
4. Sex
5. Society Functions
6. Theatre
7. Music
8. Galleries
9. Wine
10. Tea
11. Books (by local authors)
12. History
13. Health
14. Fashion
15. Real Estate
16. Science

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