ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 30, 2021

For contacts you don’t know, this is essential so your spokesperson can understand whether the interview will be easy or could present challenges. This is because you not only know what stories they will cover instantly when a story breaks, but how they’re likely to approach, which enables a more targeted pitch.

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Media Pitching Report B2B 333

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 28, 2016

Universal pitching rules apply here, but a few twists are in order when it comes to getting out technology news. In some ways, pitching tech is more straightforward than working with mass media or consumer lifestyle publications, since the parameters for what tech journalists cover are more specific and well defined.

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Pitching Technology Trends Consumer 180

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 11, 2022

Whether it was through classes, writing for the school newspaper , or my personal blogs, my writing involved reporting facts, interviewing subjects, and taking down their quotes. For example, compare Apple’s official press release announcing an expansion of its self-service repair with coverage of the announcement on The Verge.

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Writing Journalism Pitching Guidelines 294

Remote PR Jobs

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

Now you need to make sure your client is adequately prepared for the interview. While public relations is a creative field, a briefing document requires quite a bit of preparation as it incorporates all the nuts and bolts to make an interview run smoothly. The hard part is over, or is it? Briefing document framework.

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Writing How To Interviews Pitching 130

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 21, 2016

Top PR agencies know the value of a well-crafted PR pitch to get the attention of an overworked and cynical media contact. With that in mind, we have prepared a list of the type of PR pitches to avoid at all costs. The overly commercial pitch. The long pitch. The “too creative” pitch.

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Pitching Sports Print Creativity 149

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 1, 2019

Many people who work in PR thrive on the creative nature of what we do; after all, not everyone can dream up a winning idea for a product launch, or even the email subject line that will capture a journalist’s attention. But the best campaigns are fueled by creativity, yet informed by research. Insufficient interview prep.

How To 257

How To Interviews Measurement Storytelling 257

Rock the Status Quo

DECEMBER 11, 2014

Busting our humps day after day to pitch creative stories that go nowhere, then madly celebrating ( even if it’s in the privacy of our own office ) when we finally land one. ” Even “My lawyer won’t let me talk about it [ said after they approved your pitch and the reporter was hooked on the idea ].”

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Interviews Real Estate Media Pitching 174

Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

We appreciate lively, polished writing that balances research or news with fun and memorable anecdotes or examples that help illustrate your point of view. Please no pitches, abstracts, outlines, press releases, or interview offers. Please no pitches, abstracts, outlines, press releases, or interview offers.

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Company How To Leadership Pitching 100

PR for Anyone

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

I was watching Good Morning America last week and saw a story that just resonated with everything I share and write about related to newsjacking and “celebrity sells” when pitching the media. Remember to think about what medium you are pitching. That helps when you pitch too, to show them the visuals. newsjacking).

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 5, 2021

And there are certain B2B tech sectors, like cybersecurity, where reactive media pitching is often a large and important program component. ” Reactive media pitching should not be the centerpiece of a good PR program; however, it can help capitalize on opportunities that generate tangible results and positive buzz.

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Trends Pitching Agency B2B 293

OnePitch

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Read below for the entire interview with Megan: . What’s the best pitch of yours that resulted in coverage and what elements made it successful? I think our obsession with brevity in a pitch often translates to that same obsession with brevity in a response, but those two are very different things.

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Pitching Consumer How To Education 98

Cision

OCTOBER 6, 2015

When your company secures an interview with a major media outlet, you may feel the urge to celebrate. Just don’t let your executive or chosen company spokesperson arrive to the interview unprepared! Read below as Brad offers tips that will help anyone who conducts or prepares others for media interviews.

Interviews 120

Interviews How To Healthcare Media Training 120

OnePitch

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Read below for the entire interview with Jen: . Having this pulse shapes the pitching we’re activating or counsel we’re offering to our clients. What’s the best pitch of yours that resulted in coverage and what elements made it successful? Rather than pitching a tech-centric journalist, I approached a Fast Co.

Media 96

Media Sports Agriculture Pitching 96

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Fortunately, most collaborative ideas can be successful, — with research, work, and creativity. With this, my mind is fresh everyday to think creatively for clients. For example, we may recommend that a client sit down with a journalist or producer to familiarize them with their brand or business category.

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Publicity How To Agency Product Launch 334

PR for Anyone

MARCH 24, 2020

One of my first interviews was in Examiner.com. She pitched it to her editor who loved it too and they wrote an article about me. You can also get creative with “new.” Look at magazine covers for great hook examples. Many are overwhelmed with emails and often forget your pitch came in, even if they loved it.

Publicity 331

Publicity Television Local Pitching 331

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

We interviewed ChatGPT about public relations and while it does well with high-level questions, it becomes repetitive when those questions were more nuanced; the system says it is “unlikely” that it “or any other AI system will fully replace public relations (PR) professionals”. What are some examples of public relations?

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Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 100

Rock the Status Quo

DECEMBER 10, 2015

In Arizona, most business publications run their finance issues in November and December; therefore, I expected a frenzy of pitching immediately, followed by a lull. ” Sure enough, two solid weeks of pitching landed two byline articles, and a handful of interviews. Get Creative With WHO You Pitch.

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Pitching Real Estate Banking How To 100

Flack's Revenge

APRIL 27, 2021

For example I started interviewing for PR gigs in my late thirties, after taking a circuitous route through various sales, marketing and IT consulting roles. When all was said and done PR seemed to be my thing, so I set out to interview for client-side and agency gigs while picking up some freelancing business. How to do better?

Storytelling 177

Storytelling Pitching Interviews Agency 177

PRSay

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

What is preventing us from looking for and pitching media on these stories year-round? To address that this pitching strategy may lack significance or longevity outside of that cultural observance link, we should be looking for and pitching media on other aspects of these stories.

Media 158

Media Policies System Pitching 158

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 15, 2018

The advent of spring means that public relations people are devising creative ways to put a fresh spin on program activities as well as spruce up client relationships. Brands should review creative strategies, new product updates and budgets to ensure the current investment is appropriate to reach PR goals. Fashion trend insights?

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Analytics Pitching Internal International 130

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

Any smart PR person knows that when launching a new product into a crowded category, for example, it’s important to know what differentiates this product from the rest of the field. For example, what holidays and seasonal activities could impact campaign initiatives? Communicate early and often.

Local 159

Local Pitching Interviews B2B 159

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

We typically interview the prospect and based on the outcome of the discussion, gauge the odds of winning the business, determine how to budget and staff for the pitch and roll the dice on a positive outcome. A quality PR team will carefully research media contacts to craft relevant pitches tailored to specific journalists.

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SEO Pitching Agency Exercises 200

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 26, 2016

Find creative ways to make the standard announcement. Yes, real news and announcements merit media coverage on their own, but creative storytelling tactics can make a bigger splash and leave a more lasting impression. It’s the perfect example of how different mediums converge. Appeal to the imagination.

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Instagram Reddit Transportation Creativity 159

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 26, 2019

Any public relations agency today needs nearly instant resources — from details on media preferences to data that informs our pitches and programs. Mail-merge for journalist emails is a great example (and one that’s unfortunately misused in PR), but there’s more. PR media monitoring can be a breeze.

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Pitching Agency Tools Resources 136

MaccaPR

JULY 13, 2017

In competing with other PR agencies, Spong had a clear differentiator – awards, including “PR Agency of the Year” four times running and “Creative Agency of the Year” twice. What was your most memorable new business pitch experience? “I I could tell the pitch went well, you could feel the chemistry in the room.

Agency 97

Agency Interviews Film Advertising 97

Rock the Status Quo

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

You distributed a press release, landed a byline and pitched your heart out last month, but THIS month is looking pretty grim when it comes to landing fresh press. Let’s use the example of a luxury residential real estate client. Pitch some fast blog post ideas related to their audience and their needs.

Real Estate 195

Real Estate Pitching B2C Fashion 195

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Before discussing this issue further, video content can be in many forms, including product demos, explainer videos, interviews, testimonials, etc. For example, your brand can create a positive image by allowing your representative to become a speaker at an event. There are many more creative approaches to achieving a positive image.

Video 109

Video Marketing SEO Social Media 109

Cision

DECEMBER 16, 2015

If DIY-ing your own press releases , media pitches and PR management isn’t an option for your brand, it’s time to start looking at other options. Maybe you want help getting interviews as an industry expert, or getting the attention of particular journalists. Can you show me examples of the results you’ve gotten?

How To 120

How To Interviews Pitching Creativity 120

OnePitch

APRIL 14, 2022

Within this interview, we break down real examples of how she landed top-tier coverage, what worked, and her tips for replicating it for your own pitches. Read below for the entire interview with Cortney Williams: 1.) What’s the best pitch of yours that resulted in coverage and what elements made it successful?

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Healthcare How To Pitching Product Launch 52

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 30, 2018

One of the best ways is to stay on top of key PR industry blogs as well as more general sites that offer a fresh take on business, creativity, and content. For a better understanding of the mechanics of PR, from creating media pitches that work to delivering a well-crafted results report, no one does it better than the Cision Blog.

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Blogging Writing Creativity Storytelling 170

Deirdre Breakenridge

DECEMBER 11, 2015

Creative PR : According to the #PRStudChat Twitter community , creativity can’t be taught but it can certainly be inspired. Regardless, creativity is a big part of PR today. On the show, we discussed a Creativity in PR study by The Holmes Report and Now Go Create. After, interviewing about 50 women, I’m well on my way.

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Creativity Trends Agency Technology 150

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 14, 2018

For example, citing the Edelman Trust Barometer, Digiday reported , “trust in traditional media has increased from 48 percent last year to 61 percent in 2018.”. For example, the top challenge, “staffing and resources” gleaned just 28% of the votes globally. 10 Fundamentals for Successful B2B Media Interviews.

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Survey Report Media B2B 102

OnePitch

MAY 12, 2022

Within this interview, we break down how to optimize your entire broadcast strategy, what works, and his tips for being a valuable source/spokesperson. Read below for the entire interview with Eric Chemi: 1.) Should PRos only be pitching individual journalists? I would only pitch individual journalists.

Strategy 52

Strategy Interviews Pitching Energy 52

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 3, 2017

There are many public relations industry blogs that offer know-how on everything from crafting brilliant media pitches to perfecting presentation skills. We like to follow bloggers who are superior writers, and straight shooters, and whose posts are free of jargon and sales pitches. Bad Pitch Blog. To heighten creativity.

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Blogging Pitching Fashion Sports 159

Cision

JUNE 25, 2015

For example, ask a question to prompt discussion around the article. Click here for your free “10 Media Pitching Do’s and Don’ts” tip sheet now! If it was a major interview, consider a behind-the-scenes look about how the coverage came to be. Image: Got Credit , Claudia Zimmer ( Creative Commons ).

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LinkedIn Pitching Interviews Journalism 120

Buzzstream

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Writing media pitches for data-led stories or studies is very different from writing a media pitch to promote the launch of a new product, service, or event. Maybe you’re wondering what your pitch should include. Or are you struggling to figure out how best to structure your pitch? What is a Media Pitch?

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 21, 2016

For example, few people outside the industry would be familiar with a publication like Convenience Store News, but scoring a placement there can be a big win if your target includes customers in the $ 700 billion convenience store sector. Embrace, don’t ignore, creative content.

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B2B B2C Product Launch Creativity 120