Stephanie Pitera Statile

Lifestyle/Entertainment Editor at @businessinsider

I accept pitches via DM or the link below

[Stephanie Pitera Statile @stephstatile]

Since the term “lifestyle” is so broad, I wanted to clarify which topics I do/do not cover for BI!

DO:
-Travel
-Food Rankings
-Recipes
-Restaurant Comparisons
-Beauty/Fashion
-Interior Design
-Fitness Essays

DO NOT:
-Dating/Relationships
-Parenting
-Road Trips
-Hiking

[Stephanie Pitera Statile @stephstatile]

Have you moved to a different state or country in the last few years? Was it everything you dreamed it would be? A total nightmare? I want to hear from you!

Rates start at $200 for 600 words // submit via the pitch form below:

https://t.co/qbNMieRzMR

[Stephanie Pitera Statile @stephstatile]

Looking to assign stories for the fall and winter months! Tell me about your recent or upcoming travels, train rides, flight upgrades, and the recipes you're loving!

Rates start at $200 for 600 words // no deadline to get in touch // submit via DM or the pitch form in my bio

[Stephanie Pitera Statile @stephstatile]

Looking for pitches on the following topics:
-Amtrak travel
-Cruise experientials/mistakes/tips
-Traveling with grandparents

Rates start at $200 for 600 words // no deadline to get in touch // submit via DM or the pitch form in my bio

[Stephanie Pitera Statile @stephstatile]

Are there any freelancers who are current or former employees at Walmart? DM me!

[Stephanie Pitera Statile @stephstatile]

Looking for some fresh pitches for our Aldi, Costco, and Trader Joe's grocery diaries! Please fill out the form to be considered — all info about rates/assignment details is located in the form description. No deadline to reach out.
https://t.co/YT7pO6MDNF

[Stephanie Pitera Statile @stephstatile]

Anyone would be lucky to have @livsingh95 on their team 💕

[Olivia Singh @livsingh95]

Some news:
I was affected by today's layoffs at Business Insider. I poured my heart and soul into this job for the past nearly eight years, and I've learned so much from the talented, passionate journalists on the entertainment team and the company as a whole. -

[Stephanie Pitera Statile @stephstatile]

I'd also love to assign some stories about relationships with older relatives!! Tell me about traveling with them, living with them, lessons they taught you, etc!

Rates start at $200 for 600 words // no deadline to get in touch // submit via DM or the pitch form in my bio

[Stephanie Pitera Statile @stephstatile]

I'm also looking for pitches about:
-Moving for love
-Testing out multiple cities before settling in a place
-Travel lessons learned/mistakes to avoid

Rates start at $200 for 600 words // no deadline to get in touch // submit via DM or the pitch form in my bio

[Stephanie Pitera Statile @stephstatile]

Also recirculating our grocery-diary pitch form for anyone who may be interested :) Looking for Costco, Trader Joe's, and Aldi shoppers.

Bonus points if you follow the Mediterranean diet, a high-protein diet, love to meal prep, or have an executive Costco membership!

[Stephanie Pitera Statile @stephstatile]

I'm currently looking for #freelance pitches about:

- Ways you're saving money at the grocery store
- Cruise upgrades
- Retirement travel
- Unique living arrangements

Rates start at $200 for 600 words // no deadline to get in touch // submit via DM or the pitch form in my bio

[Mykenna Maniece @mykenna_maniece]

Hi! Looking for #freelance lifestyle pitches for @BusinessInsider. From travel essays and restaurant comparisons to interior design and fashion tips, check out this link to share your ideas: https://t.co/eHxTMN9bLa (also in my bio!)

[Stephanie Pitera Statile @stephstatile]

I'm currently looking for #freelance pitches on the following topics:
- Ferry trips
- Flight and cruise upgrades
- Retirement travel
- Moving to/from the US

Rates start at $200 for 600 words // no deadline to get in touch // submit via DM or the pitch form in my bio

[Stephanie Pitera Statile @stephstatile]

Freelancers! I'd love to assign a story from someone who has recently tried (or plans to try) Amtrak's USA rail pass! Please DM me or send a quick note through the pitch form in my bio.

https://t.co/50S2FXlJm6

[Stephanie Pitera Statile @stephstatile]

Freelance tip of the day: Read the publication you're pitching to!! If your suggested headline is in a completely different format than the one we use on the site, I'm much more likely to stop reading

[Stephanie Pitera Statile @stephstatile]

@Brenda__Patrick Yup! Thank you!

[Stephanie Pitera Statile @stephstatile]

I'm looking for hot-take essay pitches for BI! Think short, 500-word pieces that get people talking.
Threading some examples below. Rates start at $220. I accept pitches through DM or the link in my bio. No deadline to reach out.

[Stephanie Pitera Statile @stephstatile]

https://t.co/sH0rUVtO94

[Stephanie Pitera Statile @stephstatile]

https://t.co/bVy1yUCA1g

[Stephanie Pitera Statile @stephstatile]

Cynthia Erivo!!!!!!!! 💚 #Oscars2025

[Stephanie Pitera Statile @stephstatile]

No deadline to reach out, but I'd love to assign ASAP. Please pitch via DMs or the link in my bio.

[Stephanie Pitera Statile @stephstatile]

Are you a national park ranger/federal worker who got laid off? Are you now pivoting careers? Did you use losing a job as a chance to pivot to traveling full-time or doing an unconventional move? Looking for essay pitches on these topics! Rates start at $220 for 600 words.