Guide to Op-Eds: How to Improve your Writing, Editing, and Pitching (2023)

Hosted by BU Public Relations

How can I improve my op-ed? What should I write about? Which outlets should I pitch? For answers to these questions and more, join Dominik Doemer and Madana Mohsenzadegan from Scholars Strategy Network (SSN) for a remote, interactive workshop to learn how to write and pitch compelling, research-based op-eds.

Specifically, attendees will learn more about:

  • Crafting a good lead
  • Identifying and incorporating timely news hooks
  • Signaling their unique and relevant expertise
  • Structuring op-eds for maximum impact
  • Pitching to different media outlets

Dominik Doemer is Scholars Strategy Network’s Director of Communications. He leads SSN’s communications team’s media work with over 1,600 members and oversees SSN’s organizational communications strategy. In his day to day, Dominik helps researchers connect with the media, write opinion pieces for popular outlets, and develop a media strategy for their work. Madana Mohsenzadegan is SSN’s Communications Associate. In her role, she provides op-ed editing and pitching support to scholars, facilitates workshops, and directs SSN’s No Jargon podcast.

If you have any questions about this past workshop, please reach out to pr@bu.edu.

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