Write for AtlantaStar

Join Atlanta's growing community of independent progressive journalists.

Who We're Looking For

AtlantaStar welcomes contributors of all experience levels — from veteran journalists to community members with a story worth telling. We are particularly interested in voices that are:

  • Rooted in Atlanta's neighborhoods and communities
  • Committed to accuracy, fairness, and accountability
  • Progressive in perspective and approach
  • Focused on underreported stories that matter to Atlantans

What We Cover

Atlanta

City Hall, neighborhoods, transit, housing, schools

Georgia

State legislature, courts, rural Georgia, statewide policy

Politics

Electoral races, campaign finance, power and accountability

Business

Atlanta economy, entrepreneurship, labor, real estate

Culture

Arts, music, film, food, and Atlanta's creative community

Sports

Atlanta United, Braves, Hawks, Falcons, and local athletics

Opinion

Analysis, commentary, and editorial perspectives

Community

Nonprofits, civic organizations, neighborhoods, local heroes

How to Get Started

Contributor accounts are by invitation. Here's the process:

  1. Send a pitch: Email us at editorial@atlantastar.co with your story idea, 2–3 clips (if available), and a brief bio.
  2. Editorial review: Our editorial team reviews pitches within 5 business days.
  3. Invitation to join: Approved contributors receive an invitation link to create a contributor account and access our CMS.
  4. Submit your draft: Write your piece directly in our platform. Editors provide feedback before publication.

Already have an invitation?

If you've received a contributor invitation from our editorial team, you can register your account now.

Register as a Contributor →