# Startup Journalism Platforms 'ArticleStaff' is an Online Platform to Pitch Stories to Journalists By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-02-08 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pitch-stories References: [betalist](https://betalist.com/startups/articlestaff) & [articlestaff](https://articlestaff.com/) Startups who want to connect with journalists in order to pitch stories relating to their newest release or product can make use of the 'ArticleStaff' platform. Acting as a place to help [connect journalists with startups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/global-startup-ecosystem), 'ArticleStaff' is a great resource to help both parties find what they're looking for. 'ArticleStaff' enables startups to gain [media coverage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pressdeck), while it helps journalists to find some of the latest and greatest innovations that are taking place when it comes to new ventures. This makes it possible to pitch stories without having to worry that they are going to simply be lost in the vast sea of releases. The 'ArticleStaff' platform aids online journalists and startups to create lasting relationships for a more holistic experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [World News](https://www.trendhunter.com/worldnews) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Startup Journalism Platforms:** Opportunity for startups to connect with journalists and pitch stories for media coverage. - **Connecting Journalists with Startups:** Opportunity for journalists to discover the latest innovations and new ventures for compelling stories. - **Streamlining Story Pitches:** Opportunity for startups to pitch stories without fear of being overwhelmed by a high volume of releases. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Media and Journalism:** Innovation opportunity to create platforms that facilitate connections between startups and journalists. - **Startups and Entrepreneurship:** Innovation opportunity to develop resources specifically designed to help startups gain media coverage. - **Digital Marketing:** Innovation opportunity to leverage platforms like 'ArticleStaff' for more effective and targeted story pitching. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Journalist Finder Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/who-covers-it.md) - [Streamlined Start-Up Job Searching](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/startup-jobs-by-binh-pham.md) - [Startup Visibility Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/launchparty.md) - [Startup Investor Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/findinvestor.md) - [Press Opportunity Finders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pressmatchai.md) - [Ready-to-Start Business Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/venturenext.md) - [Product Maker Launch Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microlaunch.md) - [AI-Powered Media Outreach](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dazzle.md) - [Startup Networking Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/next-play.md)