PRSay

MAY 4, 2020

Cision recently released its annual State of the Media Report , which uncovers the latest trends and challenges facing the media industry, and how PR professionals can work with their journalist counterparts better. A high bar for anything related to COVID-19. Sarah Parker is the head of content marketing at Cision.

Report 206

Report Media Pitching Trends 206

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Some time ago I pitched a reporter, who was looking for sources, on social media for a client. The reporter responded she hadn’t seen the study yet and would review it. A survey I teamed up with Ned Lundquist to conduct of PR pros last year found 51% said media relations was getting harder.

Content Marketing 90

Content Marketing Marketing Pitching Survey 90

Sword and the Script

MAY 16, 2020

Of all the media relations insights the best one is this: be relevant. Occasionally, I’ll use the service Help a Reporter Out (HARO) to field responses for a blog post. This stuff isn’t hard, and while I’m not a reporter, an exercise like this is a glimpse into their world. I’d do a considerable amount of blogging.

Survey 170

Survey Media Relations Pitching Media 170

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2017

Many of the posts published here are heavily weighted with surveys and reports. It’s good to know where and how other marketers are finding success. Second, pouring over such reports is a great way to stay smart, relevant and maintain a competitive edge. Those categories are: Content marketing statistics.

Content Marketing 126

Content Marketing SEO Social Media Marketing 126

Sword and the Script

MARCH 27, 2018

Do you feel like media relations getting harder? The survey found more than half (51%) said media relations is getting harder. The survey found more than half (51%) said media relations is getting harder. Fewer reporters, high turnover of journalists, lack of beat reporting,” said another.

Media Relations 76

Media Relations Media Trade Shows Journalism 76

Sword and the Script

JULY 10, 2018

A while back a reporter I had been pitching threw me what I thought was an unexpected softball. So, I wrote a diplomatic message to the reporter asking what happened. That reporter never responded. The Sorry State of Media Relations. How to Generate Media Referenceable B2B Customers with a Blog.

Media Relations 77

Media Relations Media Content Marketing Corporate 77

Sword and the Script

MARCH 10, 2019

Some 47% of respondents said they’ve observed more PR work being taken in-house, according to the 2019 JOTW Communications Survey (full report embedded below). This year’s survey polled 223 communications and public relations (PR) professionals. Media Relations is Hard and Getting Harder. content marketing (64%).

Survey 103

Survey Media Relations Corporate Communications 103

Sword and the Script

MAY 11, 2019

A tech PR firm recently published a study that showed promising effects media relations can have on the sales cycle for B2B marketing organizations. Atlanta-based ARPR compiled a combination of web analytics and survey data – from 115 tech sales professionals – to produce the report.

Study 144

Study Media Relations Media Measurement 144

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 29, 2020

I was pretty good at media relations and I was confident I’d be able to turn things around. Most of what I did wasn’t a secret: I read what reporters wrote before pitching, developed subject lines that got my emails opened, and use a strong lede in all my pitches. We needed to get the client some coverage.

Content Marketing 78

Content Marketing Study Analysis Marketing 78

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 14, 2018

If you work in PR and engage in media relations , it’s a good idea to keep an ear out as to what is on the minds of those that work in the media. The 2018 State of the Media report by Cision is an annual survey of reporters that offers some insight. 2) Trust in media still adrift, says media.

Survey 103

Survey Report Media B2B 103

Sword and the Script

JUNE 30, 2020

While a problem solver can be productive in almost any organizational structure, communicators often find themselves reporting up through marketing channels. Who Does PR Report Currently? Two respondents noted a split structure with internal communications reporting to HR, and external communications reporting through sales.

Report 118

Report Publicity Survey B2B 118

ISEBOX

MARCH 14, 2016

The Rise of Videos, Images and Content in Media Relations. These days, we hardly notice how much we are surrounded by multimedia content. Social media, email blasts, blogs, traditional media (duh, obviously). Producing great content is always easier said than done. So, now you get the message, right?

Content Marketing 70

Content Marketing Marketing Infographics YouTube 70

Sword and the Script

MAY 17, 2016

If your answer involves turning to Google, then you’re not unlike the 250 or so reporters the agency Wasabi Publicity recently surveyed. According to the survey, the top ways reporters find sources and stories are: 1. Social Media. The results are precisely why PR should embrace content marketing. Breaking news.

Survey 65

Survey Report Content Marketing Pitching 65

Cision

SEPTEMBER 8, 2016

With just one statistic, Joe Pulizzi delivered a stark wake-up call to this year’s Content Marketing World attendees. When we asked global enterprise marketers how committed they are to their content marketing approach, 20 percent said they’re fully committed,” said Joe during Day 1’s welcome address.

Content Marketing 84

Content Marketing Marketing Skype Enterprise 84

Sword and the Script

APRIL 19, 2016

My media relations and outreach efforts had secured an interview with CNBC for a technology client and the reporter had flown in to conduct it in person. The reporter had flown in earlier and the interview went on as planned. The reporter got his story and the client got his interview – and it came with an education.

Media Relations 60

Media Relations Media Interviews Pitching 60

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Here’s a look at statistics across PR, marketing, and social media that were surfaced in the various reports and studies covered on this blog throughout 2020. Every entry links to both the article I originally wrote – and to the underlying source, report or survey. Public relations statistics from 2020.

Survey 178

Survey Marketing B2B Study 178

Sword and the Script

APRIL 8, 2017

This is why content marketing is the theme for this week’s Unscripted Marketing links [UML]. 1) Marketing content vs. content marketing. What is the difference between content and content marketing? Is your content substantially different ? 3) Content metrics and KPIs.

Content Marketing 73

Content Marketing Social Media Marketing Media 73

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 13, 2015

A reporter from The Washington Post took an interest on a story pitch about small businesses and the impact on economy. We prepped the client for the interview making sure he understood the story the reporter was pursuing, her background, beat and provided clear guidance to keep his answers relevant to her interests for this story.

Content Marketing 60

Content Marketing Marketing Pitching Small Business 60

Sword and the Script

JULY 30, 2016

First, because the first draft is usually written like a news report and based on an interview with an internal expert with a big idea. It’s one of my media relations best practices, which is the theme for this week’s Unscripted Marketing links. Again, no marketing messages and no FUD – it has to be truly unique insight.

Media Relations 60

Media Relations Media Pitching Writing 60

Communications Conversations

JANUARY 26, 2016

Something I’ve been thinking about a lot lately: Are we over-relying on media relations in PR? I’m talking about the broader scope of PR here–media relations, content marketing, social media marketing, community relations, etc.

Media Relations 60

Media Relations Media Newspapers Print 60

5W PR

AUGUST 23, 2023

PR specialists build relationships with journalists, bloggers, and influencers to secure media placements and handle crisis communication when necessary. Media relations manager Media relations managers focus on cultivating relationships with media outlets to ensure positive coverage for their organization or clients.

Publicity 78

Publicity Public Affairs Crisis Communications Policies 78

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

B2B marketing should take a little slice of the display ad budget and invest in media relations, genuine content marketing (not marketing content) and paid distribution of related assets from both . 2) Content marketing (not “marketing content” ).

B2B 89

B2B Marketing LinkedIn Content Marketing 89

Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Yet the business of public relations is thriving. According to the Cision State of the Media Report , 59% of U.S. consumers say they are suspicious of news content. On social media platforms, skepticism is far greater, as it should be. One reason is that PR is more relevant—and valuable—than ever. Here’s why: 1.

Mobile 100

Mobile SEO Reputation Web 100

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Nearly 80% of the 1,279 bloggers in the 7 th annual Orbit Media blogger survey say blogging drives some marketing results – and 25% say it draws “strong marketing results.” >>> Looking for a consulting partner with the content chops to build a sound strategy and execute? click image for higher resolution) 5.

B2B 155

B2B Study Blogging Marketing 155

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

Curated by PR News, The Skinny details the top stories in the communication industry, covering social media, crisis management, media relations, content marketing, technology, and digital PR. Don’t all PR people want to Help A Reporter Out? Check out these 10 newsletters every PR pro should read.

Retail 320

Retail Healthcare Crisis Management Social Media 320

Deirdre Breakenridge

MAY 8, 2017

Almost four in 10 respondents to a survey of corporate communications, marketing and industry leaders for CommunicationsMatch’s new PR and Communications Agency Search Report said they were looking to hire new agencies in 2017. It’s seen as far more than media relations. With 5,000 U.S.

Agency 223

Agency Survey SEO Social Media 223

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 22, 2019

Yet the business of public relations is thriving. According to the Cision State of the Media Report 59 percent of U.S. consumers say they are suspicious of news content. This sounds like bad news, and it is, but it means that the credibility of media and information sources is more important than in the past.

Mobile 244

Mobile SEO Web Journalism 244

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 28, 2021

However, the cadence of publishing still meets one absolute requirement of content marketing : consistency in publishing matters as much as anything else. If you want content marketing to augment PR, social media and other marketing activities…. How 2,400 Journalists Use Social Media for Reporting .

Blogging 141

Blogging Software Google Content Marketing 141

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

More: 21 Media Relations Insights From 3 Surveys Polling 4,000+ Journalists 5. Journalists more likely to cover an exclusive Three-quarters of journalists say they are more likely to cover a story if they are offered an exclusive, according to a survey of 1,000 reporters by Muck Rack.

Survey 98

Survey Industry Leadership Study 98

Sword and the Script

APRIL 11, 2017

In fact, “ninety-one percent of journalists believe that the media is somewhat or much less trusted than they were three years ago.”. That’s according to the 2017 State of the Media Report by Cision , which surveyed some 1,500 journalists in the U.S. Owned media channels, such as corporate blogging , are excellent alternatives.

Report 72

Report Media Survey Pitching 72

Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Media relations professionals know that the competition for media attention is fiercer than ever before. There are about five PR pros for every journalist, a ratio that can be discouraging for those struggling to earn a media placement for their client. Here are the metrics that every PR pro should measure.

Measurement 100

Measurement Pitching Analytics Content Marketing 100

Onclusive

JUNE 23, 2022

Communicators can offer data from media monitoring, social listening, media relations and campaign measurement, while marketers can contribute the results of focus groups, customer surveys, promotions and other tactical activity. The post Strategies for collaborating with marketing appeared first on Onclusive.

Strategy 195

Strategy Marketing Measurement eBook 195

Onclusive

DECEMBER 6, 2017

PR coverage has typically been measured by media outlet audience size. For example, if a PR pro gained coverage for their brand in Forbes, they may report the circulation of Forbes as the potential audience size that saw the message. Know which tactics are working. Spot brand & revenue indicators. Identify PR funnel accelerators.

Strategy 294

Strategy Data-Driven PR Measurement Enterprise 294

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 4, 2018

The statistics selected can be grouped are heavily weighted along the following topics: Statistics about – or for – the CMO ; Statistics about digital and B2B marketing ; Statistics about PR or media relations ; and. Statistics about content marketing. 10) Growing challenges of media relations.

Survey 104

Survey Marketing B2B Content Marketing 104

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

APRIL 2, 2024

Print media (magazine) consumption rose in 2023 , and this trend should continue in 2024, according to a study by Pew Research Center (via MediaPost). And keeping in mind that a lot of news on social media originated with a reporter or media outlet.) first appeared on Burrelles.

Media 103

Media Radio Print Newspapers 103

Flack's Revenge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Many wish to continue to write off public relations and kick it to the curb – by coldly saying that the profession and/or its trappings are dead. First it was gripes about the press release, and in the latest example, a report that tech PR is dead, which I just read in Inc. Yeah, I know, it makes for captivating clickbait.

Writing 177

Writing Pitching Report Industry 177

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MARCH 5, 2024

Yes, it’s true that in today’s digital landscape, public relations professionals no longer rely on earned media alone. Most PR pros today use some form of the PESO Model which includes owned, shared, paid and earned media. However, media pitching and media relations to secure earned media still dominate the industry.

Media 98

Media Nonprofit Pitching Analytics 98