Freelance is a magazine on the craft and business of writing. It is for members of the SWG and features articles written by members and non-members.
Writing for Freelance Magazine
Ideally, we're looking for writers who:
- Have not written for Freelance in the past two years.
- Have experience writing essays, journalism, or nonfiction.
- Have experience in research, fact-checking, and writing for a general audience.
- Are interested in writing articles about the craft or the business of writing (sorry, but we don't publish creative writing or poetry).
Pitches for Freelance Magazine
- Read past issues of Freelance to help you gain a better understanding of the types of articles featured, word counts, and style. Freelance does not publish creative writing or poetry. SWG members can access past issues by logging into their member area.
- Come up with an idea that is based on the craft or business of writing; hasn't been written about in Freelance in the past three years; aligns with the values of Freelance; and is something our audience (SWG members) would care about. It's probably something you care about as well.
- Include a strong headline. This helps direct the theme of your piece.
- Provide up to 200 words describing what the piece will be about plus details that you think are relevant. This could also be people you might interview, or other sources that you will draw from.
- Don't forget to include your name and contact information.
- A short description of your qualifications and experience.
- A sample of your writing.
- For help writing a good pitch, check out this post
- We are accepting pitches throughout the year. Email to the Freelance Editor at swgmedia@skwriter.com.
We pay Writers to contribute
Each issue of Freelance features articles written by SWG members or writers with magazine writing experience. Contributors are paid 20¢ per word and either write on a topic of their choice or one suggested by the editor. All articles are on the craft or business of writing and are either a 1500 or 800 word count.
Members News
SWG members are encouraged to contact us to let us know about news in their world so that we can include it in Freelance. We want to hear from you when you have:
- a new book to announce;
- a book launch event taking place;
- a book reading you're doing;
- a workshop or event you're hosting; or
- anything else you want to share with other SWG members.
Email your news to swgmedia@skwriter.com
Advertising Rates and Sizes
Freelance reaches over 600 SWG members four times a year. The audience is made up largely of emerging and professional writers and authors in Saskatchewan. If this is your target audience, please contact us.
The following advertising rates apply for placement in one issue. A 15% discount is available for ads placed in four consecutive issues of Freelance. SWG members receive a 25% discount. All rates are subject to G.S.T
Black and White Ad Rates
- Full page ( 7.5" x 10") - $150
- Half page horizontal (7.5" x 4.75") - $100
- Quarter page (3.75" x 4.75") - $50
- Business card size (3.75" x 2.25") - $25
For colour ads - above price x 2
Current Issue
Spring 2025, Vol. 55 No.2
Featuring Dr. Norma Dunning, Award winning Inuk writer, professor and grandmother.
Back issues of Freelance are available for purchase at $5.95 per issue (includes shipping). To purchase a back copy of Freelance, please contact:
Executive Assistant
T: 306.791.7740 | E: info@skwriter.com
For more information on Freelance, please contact:
Publications Coordinator
T: 306.791.7744 | E: swgmedia@skwriter.com
