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Freelancer Letter of Introduction: An Example
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BY ALLENA TAPIA
Updated January 03, 2020
A letter of introduction often referred to as an LOI is a useful tool when attempting to enter into a long term writing relationship with a trade or specialty magazine in a topic or area you are interested in or experienced in. These letters differ from pitch or query letters because that format pitches an editor only one idea for one article in a magazine. On the other hand, an LOI is a meaningful introduction to a working relationship.

Overall, trade magazines looking to add new blood to their writing cadre will advertise in freelance writing job lists, or simply poke around the web, looking for an expert. They might also seek out recommendations from those they know in the industry or use social media to get the word out.

Being Prepared .