Gothamist is a non-profit online news outlet focused on comprehensive coverage of New York City, powered by the WNYC newsroom. Established in 2003, it targets residents and enthusiasts seeking in-depth local news and cultural insights. With a small team and a dedicated following, Gothamist delivers timely and relevant information about the city's events, politics, and community affairs.
Reach Gothamist with the right story.
Gothamist is a online media with 3 journalists in the Presscloud database. The newsroom mainly covers HR and Career, Fit & healthy, Education, Tech and ICT. Your best shot is a personal pitch that builds on what a journalist recently published.
Gothamist is worth pitching when your story has a clear connection to New York City and fits an online local news audience. It can be relevant for organizations, brands, and experts with timely information or insight that matters to city residents and people following life in New York City.
Presscloud tracks 3 journalists at Gothamist, spread across its various editorial teams. This page summarizes what the medium covers, which stories have potential, and how to effectively approach the editorial team.
3 journalists, spread across the various editorial teams
The biggest desks highlighted. Journalists can belong to multiple desks, so the tiles do not add up to the total.
What Gothamist covers
Gothamist has a newsroom presence across HR and Career, Fit & healthy, Education, Tech and ICT, and Food & Beverage. Based on the available desk information, pitches should match one of those areas and show a clear link to New York City.
Beats the editorial team relies on
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How to pitch successfully to Gothamist
Pitch Gothamist with a concise story angle that is clearly relevant to New York City and tailored to the right desk: HR and Career, Fit & healthy, Education, Tech and ICT, or Food & Beverage. Keep your note practical and specific. Explain why the story matters now, who it affects, and why it belongs in an online local news setting. If you are sharing a company update, make the public value clear rather than leading with promotion.
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