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Journalism and News Trends for PR Pros

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The revenue model for journalism is at best in flux, and at worst, in chaos. What does it mean for PR: Consider a publisher’s revenue and publishing models, as well as your need for exposure, when pitching a story. Serious journalism from unexpected sources. More data journalism.

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What to Include in Your Email Pitch to Reporters

Cision

According to Cision’s 2015 Social Journalism Study , 67 percent of journalists spend up to two hours on their social media accounts each day, up from 38 percent just three years ago. For PR professionals, a clear, concise subject line is key to getting reporters to open and read your pitch. Want more pitching advice?

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USA Today’s Tips for Pitching to Get News Coverage

Cision

In 2015, traditional media companies are expected to continue shifting towards rebranding, new media entrepreneurism, native advertising and the adoption of digital newsrooms. Once you’ve established that, then pitch a reporter, he continues. Q: Knowing what not to pitch is just as important as knowing what gets coverage.

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Infographic: Cision’s 2015 Social Journalism Study

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Are PR pros pitching journalists the way they prefer? According to Cision’s 2015 Social Journalism Study , that answer is yes: 58% of U.S. journalists say they are happy with their relationships with PR practitioners and listing PR pros as their second most important source for information.

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#HAROConnects With Chicago Tribune: Top 10 Pitching Tips

Cision

On Tuesday, HARO (Help A Reporter Out) hosted a Q&A panel at the Cision headquarters in Chicago that featured three Chicago Tribune reporters who discussed how they work with PR professionals day to day as well as offered advice for getting a pitch noticed. — Colleen Kelly (@FamilyTravelCK) September 16, 2015.

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Public Relations Objectives

Doctor Spin

Here we go: Public Relations Objectives Spin Academy | Online PR Courses Public Relations Objectives Public relations (PR) plays a crucial role in shaping public opinion by strategically managing the spread of information between an organisation and stakeholders , influencers , and publics. Journal of Communication, 54, 645–661.

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Why Content Marketers Shouldn’t Ignore Traditional Media

Cision

While online marketing and content production may be the trend, other forms of media still lead the charge when informing the public about what’s new and important. Edelman’s 2015 Trust Barometer Study found that for the first time, online search engines surpassed traditional media as the most trusted news source among the general public.