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2 Media Relations Rules to Break in 2020

PRSay

At first it annoyed me, but after a while I realized some benefits to being a contrarian, especially in media relations. This exchange reminded me of a few of the “devil’s advocate” tactics that I’ve seen be successful in media relations. Get more media pitching knowledge from Michael Smart here.

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Trends and Best Practices for Media Relations

PRSay

In the PR strategies toolbox, the practice of media relations gives PR practitioners an opportunity to distinguish themselves while also giving their organizations an edge over the competition. As earned media, stories placed through media relations efforts are cost-effective. Communicate clearly.

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The Media Relations Struggle is Real; Experts Describe What it May Mean for PR

Sword and the Script

Where some see diminishing value in media relations others see opportunity; the best way to improve results is to use a combination of pitching, content and social media. The media relations struggle is real. Perhaps invest in people, research or tools to help facilitate media relations.

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The Media Blackout: Why PR Declines Media Interviews

Doctor Spin

Let’s discuss the Media Blackout and its origins. What compels organisations to decline media interview requests, and what implications does this have for the future of investigative journalism ? Learn more: The Media Blackout: Why PR Declines Media Interviews Subscribe and get a free ebook on how to get better PR ideas.

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Is Media Relations Dead?

Bianchi Biz Blog

Is media relations dead? In fact, a recent article in the BusinessWire Blog called Media Outlet Availability on PR Efforts , by Christopher S. Penn, Chief Data Scientist with TrustInsights.ai, cites some revealing statistics about the shrinking number of media outlets and the challenge for PR and media relations.

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Make Zoom interviews a breeze with these tips

Axia PR

When the pandemic hit in 2020, a majority of TV interviews shifted to Zoom. The pandemic allowed TV stations and news producers to look at interviews in a new light. While you aren’t sitting face-to-face or knee-to-knee with an anchor, there are still tips and tricks you should utilize to make your Zoom interview a breeze.

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Pitching Reporters Amid COVID-19 Informs 2020 ‘State of the Media’ Report

PRSay

When pitching story ideas to journalists during the COVID-19 crisis, PR pros should use email, find local news angles and make experts available for video interviews, according to Cision’s “ 2020 State of the Media Report ,” released on April 21.

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