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PRSA Introduces Innovative Program to Guide Journalists Transitioning Into PR and Communications

PRSay

So far in 2024, the Los Angeles Times , The Wall Street Journal , Time magazine, Sports Illustrated and National Geographi c, among other outlets, have all conducted layoffs, while journalists at several Condé Nast publications staged walkouts over proposed job cuts. Many of the most successful PR executives were former journalists.

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NFC East’s Earned Media Results in the 2020 NFL Draft

Critical Mention

Excitement for the draft was even greater than usual this year with the current lack of live sporting events, so Critical Mention has been tracking online news and broadcast coverage for each team in the NFC East; the Dallas Cowboys, the New York Giants, the Philadelphia Eagles, and the Washington Redskins. Share Tweet Share.

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Spotlight on a Solo PR Pro: Meet Stu Opperman, APR

Solo PR Pro

He developed a love of sports and print media at a young age, and set off to the University of Florida to pursue a degree in journalism. Stu refocused his sights and graduated with a degree in Telecommunications, eventually landing his first professional job doing news, sports, and as a DJ in California.

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PR Predictions For This Year’s Super Bowl Matchup

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

It may be vanilla, but the healthy aging story just writes itself. Cam recently appeared in jungle print courtesy of Versace, while Manning sported a conservative blue Zegna suit. He’s also a savvy businessman who has invested in sports-related startups like Seat Geeks and Whistle Sports. The health angle.

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Meet the Media – Dan Rosenheim

Landis PR

A 30-minute newscast may have a mere 18 minutes for news, once commercials, weather and sports are subtracted. Spoken words and video must match, so reporters either have to write/talk to the video or find a video that matches what they’re saying. Along with my duties for BCN, I do a little freelance writing.

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What is PR? 141 PR and Comms Pros Explain What They Do for a Living

Sword and the Script

I culled through the answers pulling out as many as possible that were fit for print and listed them below. 10) “Write and create content for internal and external audiences about my company.”. 10) “Write and create content for internal and external audiences about my company.”. 12) “Write for businesses.”.

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6 PR Pitches To Avoid At All Costs

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Clever writing and puns have their place, but err on the side of simple, clear language to get your points across. Print magazine? This can be someone who formerly covered sports but switched to entertainment months ago, or a writer who may have done one story on start-ups but primarily covers a regional beat. Allow 3-4 months.

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