Once your source request is live and pitches start coming in, PitchResponse gives you a central place to review and manage everything. This article explains how pitches are organized, how to access and review them, and how to follow up with sources.
Where Your Pitches Live #
All pitches submitted in response to your requests are collected in the platform under Requests > Pitches Received. Each pitch is associated with the specific request it was submitted for, so if you have multiple active requests running at the same time, pitches are organized accordingly.
This inbox is your central workspace for reviewing what sources have sent you. You do not need to search through your email to find responses as everything submitted through the platform lands here first.
Email Notifications #
In addition to the in-platform inbox, you will receive an email notification at the contact address you provided when creating your request each time a new pitch is submitted. That email includes a direct link back into the platform so you can review the full pitch without having to navigate there manually.
It is worth checking both your platform inbox and your email during active sourcing periods, particularly as your deadline approaches.
Reviewing Pitches #
When you open a pitch in the platform, you will see the source’s response along with any relevant details they included about their background, credentials, and how they can contribute to your story. Read pitches with your query description and requirements in mind. The best responses will address your question directly, demonstrate genuine expertise, and make it easy for you to understand exactly what the source is offering.
Do not be discouraged if early pitches are not a strong fit. Response quality tends to improve as the request circulates more widely, and a well-written query with clear requirements will naturally filter for more relevant sources over time.
Following Up with Sources #
PitchResponse does not currently include a full in-platform messaging system. When you want to follow up with a source, whether to ask a clarifying question, request more information, or confirm their participation, that communication happens via email.
The contact email provided by the source in their pitch is where you should direct any follow-up. Keep follow-up communication clear and specific. If you need more detail on a particular point, ask for exactly what you need rather than asking the source to resend or expand their pitch generally.
After You Select Your Source #
Once you have identified the source or sources you want to use, reach out via email to confirm their involvement and arrange any next steps such as scheduling a call, requesting a quote in writing, or agreeing on how their contribution will be credited. PitchResponse does not currently manage the post-selection workflow, so this part of the process happens outside the platform.
If your request has reached its deadline and you have found what you need, you do not need to take any further action in the platform. Requests will automatically expire once the deadline passes.
For guidance on writing requests that attract better quality responses in the first place, see 04. Writing a Request That Attracts Quality Responses.