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The Essential Elements of an Effective Pitch

Shift Communications

During my first year at SHIFT, I have learned several pitch writing techniques and seen some success, but I’ve also had days when I’ve received radio silence from reporters. One of the most valuable things I learned during the seminar was how to write a pitch that gets attention. Use facts, examples and comparisons for clarity.

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Game, set and match: Avoiding a balls-up when running a new agency pitch process

PR in High Definition

And it often makes me think that choosing an agency and running a pitch process can be a bit like a game of tennis. In the same way, picking the right longlist and shortlist of agencies is important – and if you haven’t played before, get a coach. In short, sweaty and exhausting but thoroughly rewarding when it’s done right.

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Using Data from Google Tools to Boost Your PR Pitches

Shift Communications

As one of the only public relations agencies that is a Google Analytics Certified Partner, we are always looking to see how we can use Google’s tools and programs to strengthen both our PR and marketing teams’ efforts. They can also use Google Trends to help dictate the timeline within their pitch calendars.

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The 8 Digital PR Tools You Need in 2021 (According to the Experts)

Buzzstream

From pitches to landing coverage and everything in between, Digital PR can be done without a single tool. To get more complete information, I reached out to a range of experts in the industry to gain their insights on the go-to tools for their teams or agencies. Finding inspiration for ideation can be incredibly tricky.

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Treat Your Communications Counselors Like Your Lawyers

Solo PR Pro

The comparisons between lawyers and communications professionals are endless. The same comparison is true of a big PR/Communications agency vs a boutique or solo practitioner. Why are you approaching this as (a pitch, a news release, a social media post, etc.) In the case of a lawyer, you pay for their time.

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What is Digital PR? Read Before Starting Your First Campaign

Buzzstream

Campaigns might involve pitching a quote from a thought leader to a journalist writing about a related topic or creating and pitching content highlighting data from a commissioned industry survey. Hero Content Hero content, or content-led digital PR, is typically standalone content on a site or blog pitched for coverage.

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The Power Of Creativity In PR

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

They must constantly generate fresh concepts for bylines and story angles for pitching, as well as dreaming up campaign ideas for clients. There was also a significant increase in agencies who employ a formally named creative director, from 37% to 56%. Yet creativity plays a part in much of a PR person’s daily work.