This is where you pour out your heart and soul to us. You can’t believe there’s a magazine that finally knit all of Northern Virginia together to provide a forum for issues unique to life on the south side of the Potomac. So you write to congratulate us, to offer us support and love, to send in your story ideas and photographs from the region. You tell us how you like living here, or don’t. You’ve even got great ideas for local profiles and features.

Or, send us your rants. We want to hear it all.

EDITORIAL
Letters to the Editor, story ideas, rants/raves, query letters
Email to: lynn@northernvirginiamag.com
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Northern Virginia Magazine
8280 Greensboro Drive, Suite 800
McLean, Virginia 22102
703-288-0204

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Staff Directory

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Inquiries relative to employment with Northern Virginia Magazine should be emailed to employment@northernvirginiamag.com or write to:

HUMAN RESOURCES/EMPLOYMENT
Northern Virginia Magazine
8280 Greensboro Drive, Suite 800
McLean, Virginia 22102

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Freelance Writer’s Guidelines

As with any potential job, prospective writers should do their homework. Pick up a few issues of the magazine and identify our style as well as the kinds of stories we typically publish.

First and foremost, we seek:
Profile Stories (1500-1800 words): Interviews of the region’s most prominent or notable figures. Immediate attention will be paid to queries aiming to spotlight these individuals in a way that is both current and relevant to the region. Do not come to us, however, with a story “idea” without the resources to execute it. If you want to write a profile on Mr. Prominent CEO in the region, please have access to Mr. CEO. We also welcome human-interest pieces that spotlight individuals in the region who are making waves in their communities. Contributors who are unable or unwilling to conduct interviews in person are better served elsewhere.

Feature stories (1800-2000 words): Most likely to get our attention are stories that present new information on topics making headlines or a story yet to be published anywhere else in the metro D.C. area. Stories that highlight new trends or socio-economic lifestyles will also be closely considered.

Other types of stories we seek:

Getaways – In particular, rarely chartered ground in VA, MD, DC, DE, PA, NY, CT, WV, SC & NC.

Medical – Highlighting the work and/or advancements of regional hospitals and physicians.

Education – Pertinent topics and trends in higher learning and within the Northern Virginia public and private school sectors.

Business – Analysis and news on business trends, closures and openings in the region, as well as business-owner spotlights.

While magazine writers have a more flexible canvas on which to work compared to that of newspaper journalists, we still uphold journalistic integrity. Research, thorough reporting and ethical presentation are always expected.

Depending on the subject matter, we expect narrative treatment for most feature and profile stories over 1000 words. Imaginative lede sentences, story progression, lush detail and character development and description are expected. Stories should be as entertaining as they are thoughtful.

An article worthy of publication will almost always ask the question: “Why should Northern Virginians care?”

Download NoVA Style Manual

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Can you spot a serial comma on a speeding bullet? Do you leap tall orders in a single bound? Do your superhuman senses allow you to sniff out a good story?

Northern Virginia Magazine, a high-end regional glossy with a circulation of over 46,000, is seeking sharp, detail-oriented students for support in its editorial department. Qualified candidates will learn about magazine production from our small but creative staff of writers, editors and designers. In addition to gaining valuable experience in print journalism, interns will leave with bylined articles to add to their portfolios.

Candidates must:
Have a working knowledge of AP Style Manual
Be curious about Northern Virginia, its neighbors and its stories
Have a knack for writing headlines and cut lines
Have a sharp eye for detail
Be pursuing a four-year degree in communication, English or journalism
Be available at least three days during the work week and be flexible working an occasional weekend day for special promotional events
Be a resourceful self-starter
Have a GPA of at least 3.0.

Editorial interns will:
Fact check and proofread raw copy
Write articles as assigned by the Editor or Editorial Asst.
Research and brainstorm story ideas with the Editor or Editorial Asst
Work closely with the editorial team gathering data and assisting the final stages of the editorial cycle
Assist with Web updates and data entry
Flexible scheduling is available.

Please send cover letter, resume and THREE writing samples to Lynn Norusis at Lynn@NorthernVirginiaMag.com or Susan Anspach at Susan@NorthernVirginiaMag.com. Visit our website at www.NorthernVirginiaMag.com.

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PR-Editorial Internship

Do you have an interest in both public relations and journalism, and wonder how they come together in the real world? Find out firsthand.

Northern Virginia Magazine is seeking PR-Editorial Interns to assist with both public relations and editorial roles, beginning in August. Please send resume and 2 writing samples to Michelle@northernvirginiamag.com

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