The Brighton Starling is a student‑led publication powered by journalists, storytellers, and curious minds who want to make Brighton’s stories impossible to ignore. Whether you’re looking to build your portfolio, try out reporting for the first time, or publish a one‑off piece, this is a space to grow, experiment, and create work that matters.

What you can do with us

• Report on student life and the wider Brighton community
• Interview artists, organisers, innovators, and underrepresented voices
• Write reviews, features, investigations, or opinion pieces
• Learn newsroom workflow, editing, and digital publishing
• Build a portfolio that reflects your voice and ambition

Write for us — even once

We welcome guest posts, one‑off submissions, and regular contributors. If you have a story, an angle, or a perspective you want to share, you’re invited to pitch it — no long‑term commitment required.

Who we’re looking for

Aspiring journalists, writers, photographers, editors, designers, audio storytellers — anyone who cares about telling real stories with clarity, empathy, and impact.

Why join

Because student journalism is powerful. It shapes conversations, challenges assumptions, and gives a platform to voices that deserve to be heard. At The Brighton Starling, you’ll be supported, credited, and encouraged to take creative risks while developing professional‑grade skills.

If you’re ready to pitch, learn, collaborate, and publish, we’d love to have you. Previous experience isn’t necessary; all that’s needed are curiosity, dedication, and a desire for development.

Contact: editorial@thebrightonstarling.com