Write sharper, faster, and more compelling stories—without the writer’s block.
Whether you’re a seasoned journalist, an editor on deadline, or a content strategist building a media empire—ChatGPT can be your behind-the-scenes writing assistant. These prompt templates are tailored to help you write investigative pieces, craft attention-grabbing headlines, conduct interviews, and even draft editorial calendars. From digital-first newsrooms to independent Substack writers, these ChatGPT prompts for publishing and journalism will streamline your workflow, elevate storytelling quality, and help you publish faster with impact.
Act as a professional journalist. I want you to write a breaking news draft about [insert topic] that just occurred. Use a crisp, factual tone, include quotes (fabricated but realistic), and follow the inverted pyramid structure. Keep it concise (under 500 words) and fit for digital media. Mention location, time, sources, and use AP style formatting.
Act as an investigative journalist. Based on this topic: "[insert issue or topic]", generate an outline for a long-form investigative article. Include potential angles, key questions to answer, required data sources, expert quotes, and a compelling lead. Then, write the first 500 words of the article in a persuasive, credible tone.
Act as a seasoned editorial columnist. Write a strong opinion piece on [topic] using a compelling intro, a well-reasoned argument supported by 2-3 facts or examples, and an impactful closing that provokes thought. Keep the tone persuasive and aligned with the values of [publication or outlet name].
Act as a copy editor for a digital media company. Give me 10 headline variations for this article: "[insert article title or topic]". Include formats like: question-based, number list, controversial/opinionated, emotional, SEO-optimized, and curiosity-inducing. All headlines should be under 60 characters.
Act as a professional journalist preparing for an interview with [guest name and profession]. Generate a list of 10-15 insightful, thought-provoking interview questions tailored to the guest's recent work, controversies, or industry expertise. Group questions under 2-3 themes.
Act as a digital media editor. Based on this niche: [insert topic area, e.g., "Tech Startups"], generate a 1-week editorial calendar including article titles, formats (news, feature, listicle, opinion), target audience, and publishing dates. Make sure each article idea is timely and SEO-friendly.
Act as a newsletter content strategist. Draft a 500-word newsletter for [publication name] on the topic: "[insert topic]". Include a punchy subject line, short intro, 3 key stories with 2-sentence summaries each, and a final call to action. Keep the tone conversational and informative.
Act as a media content writer. Turn this research/report summary into a compelling 700-word article for a general audience. Maintain factual integrity but simplify complex data, add real-world context, and use clear subheadings. Report summary: “[insert research or report content]”
Act as a PR journalist. Write a press release for [insert company or event] announcing [insert news/event/product]. Follow traditional press release format: headline, subhead, location/date, intro paragraph, body with quotes, and a company boilerplate. Keep it clear, professional, and media-ready.
Act as a book reviewer for a major media outlet. Write a 600-word review for the book: “[insert title]” by [author name]. Include a hook in the intro, a short summary without spoilers, key themes, what worked (or didn’t), and who would enjoy it. Maintain a professional and engaging tone.
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