ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 6, 2022

Digital technologies have disrupted both journalism and PR, in ways that often help us work together. Many databases promise up-to-date background on media targets and trends. Without it, PR professionals not only may fail, but they risk burning bridges by spamming reporters with irrelevant pitches and information.

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SEO Analysis Meeting Travel 333

Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

The PR pro sends thoughtful, data-backed pitches, engages with reporters on social media, sends swag (when appropriate), maintains relevant media lists, and manages all follow-through with reporters and journalists. It’s also common for specialized agencies to be hired on a project basis for repositioning or when market research is required.

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Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

Cision

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

The wheels in my head were spinning with how I might pitch the story to my editors. Unfortunately, however, the misfire was one in a litany of recent missives based on bad information—a debacle that ultimately prompted me to blacklist dozens of individuals and agencies. The invitation seemed interesting at first. Coverage areas.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 5, 2023

Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? Having worked in both journalism and PR, I have a very sensitive b.s. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I spent 20 years in media relations at General Motors between two journalism careers.

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Meeting Automotive Media Transportation 75

Sword and the Script

JULY 26, 2022

In this guest post, Rudi Davis, Head of Agency at Intelligent Relations, argues organizations should focus on earned media during a recession because it has credibility and a low relative cost with high impact. You find a publication and say, “Hey, there’s a pretty wild trend happening in your field. Batten down the hatches.

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Media Pitching Agency Guidelines 169

Flack's Revenge

MAY 14, 2019

I’ve found that most just want great results, they’re not trying to milk an agency. PR pro and blogger Frank Strong recently wrote about challenges confronting journalism and the PR profession. I list them below, for each kind of opportunity, and shed light on agency and client roles. Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay.

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Survey Journalism Agency Data 195

Critical Mention

JUNE 10, 2020

For instance, before reaching out with a story idea, PR professionals should understand the preferred platform and target audience of the journalist or influencer they are pitching, to enhance the chances of a placement or mention. Before sending a story pitch, introduce yourself and your organization or client to provide some context.

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Media Pitching Trends Resources 104

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 15, 2017

Recently, I received notice from the publisher of a local business journal that the “People on the Move” section is up for sale. It looks to me like this change will take place at many, if not all, of the weeklies in the American City Business Journals (ACBJ) network. This is what the trend in content marketing is about.

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Journalism Brand Branding Advertising 64

Sword and the Script

JUNE 6, 2023

Summary of PR tech news from the last 30 days: PRophet offers a white-label option for PR agencies; Meltwater joins the generative AI race; mentions and new PR statistics Despite reports everyone in PR is using generative AI – it’s simply not true. Finally, about 40% either have no plans to use it, or simply aren’t sure. Video Analysis.

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Survey Software B2B Pitching 146

Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? It’s my responsibility to help them understand the key issues and trends within the trucking industry and arm them with the information they need to guide their businesses through regulatory changes, emerging technologies and shifting business practices.

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Transportation Meeting Newspapers Media 99

Bianchi Biz Blog

MAY 8, 2023

Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I then worked as an investigative reporter at the Forward, a Jewish newspaper, and went back to school for business journalism and data journalism.

Automotive 84

Automotive Report Meeting Radio 84

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 5, 2017

I’ve known Lin Pophal for years through her work as a writer for eContent , HR Executive , and others; have pitched her client stories and my own thought leadership topics (I’m in her eContent story on content curation tools ). Is this a sign of the future of PR (and journalism)? Is it interesting to get pitches?

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Pitching Journalism Video Advertising 174

Shift Communications

MARCH 15, 2022

Earlier this year, Oxford’s Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism issued its annual Journalism, Media and Technology Trends and Predictions report. It’s extremely comprehensive and well worth the time to read as it outlines in detail some of the planned changes publishers will undertake this year.

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Strategy Media Journalism Banking 103

Cision

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

As Cision’s 2016 Global Social Journalism Study notes, email continues to not only be the most common form of contact between journalists and PR professionals, it’s also the most preferred. However, to reach journalists tomorrow , agencies and brand communicators must consider the other options gaining ground.

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Infographics Social Media Media Journalism 120

Contently - Strategy

APRIL 4, 2019

Editors are quick to treat a PR pitch like a pest, sweeping it into the trash after no more than a glance at the subject line. Namely, you have to believe what you’re pitching matters right now. Even if a major story dominates homepages and feeds, there are still ways to find an unexpected news peg to strengthen your PR pitch.

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Pitching How To Guidelines Agency 91

Sword and the Script

APRIL 6, 2021

The Linkfluence product helps “brands to identify buyer communities online and understand how to activate them, see how a brand is associated with certain topics or values to measure brand perception as well as detect and monitor trends or analyze customer experience.”. Vetted co-founder and CEO Jon Amar also owns a PR consultancy.

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Media SEO Analytics Analysis 106

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

As anyone with even a slightly popular blog knows, ‘guest post pitching’ has gotten out of hand. Growth of independent journalism. “We This year, we’ve seen brands and agencies alike trying – and struggling – to find and hire strong PR pros. You’ll find my own prognostication at the very bottom. Blogger outreach gets personal.

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Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 214

Bianchi Biz Blog

MARCH 6, 2023

Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I have a bachelor’s degree in journalism with a minor in political science. What advice do you have for PR people that want to pitch you?

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Meeting Automotive Media YouTube 77

The Hoffman Agency

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

As with any new job, I have learned new skills and developed a better sense of self and meaning during my time at The Hoffman Agency. I’m lucky enough to be at an agency where growth opportunities are endless, and resources are everywhere. And with that, the agency has helped me to become a better storyteller.

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Creativity Storytelling Agency Journalism 69

Flatiron Communications

JANUARY 11, 2018

Whatever else they say they do, nearly every PR firm I know today — from the coolest-sounding digital boutiques to the global agencies owned by Omnicom, IPG and WPP – places a premium on generating news and feature stories for their clients. The quality of the pitch itself has degraded over the last few years.

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Pitching Journalism Tools Agency 43

Bianchi Biz Blog

MARCH 21, 2022

Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I needed a few extra course credits for the year, so because I’ve always loved to write, I opted to join some friends taking journalism. Is a PR Agency Trying to Get You Fired?

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Meeting Newspapers Agriculture Media 73

Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

Can you tell us what types of stories, trends or issues are on your radar now? I put an advertising spin on this topic and wrote a piece about how dealers and advertising agencies are depicting mask usage in their ads. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? Don’t pitch story ideas, pitch sources.

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Automotive Meeting Report Media 92

The Hoffman Agency

MARCH 6, 2023

By Mariah Botkin, Associate Account Executive During my three-month internship at The Hoffman Agency, I grew into a far stronger communicator, learning industry lessons and discovering things about myself along the way. The more you jump into the media waters and dive deeper — the more you bring original, creative ideas to the pitching table.

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Internal International Pitching Creativity 36

Cision

APRIL 12, 2016

Pushing products in your pitches won’t gain you any media coverage. If you want journalists to respond to your pitches, you need to explain why your news is important and relevant. Adriana Stan, public relations director at W Magazine, says being empathetic to the contacts you are pitching is the key to winning them over.

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Fashion Pitching Journalism Social Media 120

Sword and the Script

JUNE 9, 2020

Many of the open-ended comments from the survey point to underlying causes such as the rise of social media and self-publishing, disruption of the advertising-heavy business model in news, subsequent cuts to editorial staff, growth among the ranks of PR, and the deluge of pitches reporters receive. More difficult to get their attention.”

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Media Relations Media Survey Pitching 111

The Hoffman Agency

MARCH 6, 2023

By Mariah Botkin, Associate Account Executive During my three-month internship at The Hoffman Agency, I grew into a far stronger communicator, learning industry lessons and discovering things about myself along the way. The more you jump into the media waters and dive deeper — the more you bring original, creative ideas to the pitching table.

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Internal International Pitching Creativity 36

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 30, 2018

” The blog is a reliable source of macro PR information and industry trends. 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. A great example is this post on “engagement journalism.”

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Blogging Writing Creativity Storytelling 170

Communications Conversations

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

You had a vibrant and long career in PR, working in almost every possible setting–from corporate to agency to non-profit. I liked agency life because you could specialize in media relations and have the company of other professionals in marketing and PR. But journalism does addict you to quick results and to working alone.

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Publicity Leadership Corporate Agency 174

Sword and the Script

JUNE 7, 2022

One of the assignments was a peer-reviewed journal article that made the case against merger and acquisition (M&A) transactions. Of course, b-school being b-school we debated the merits of that journal article in class. Is this the start of a new business model for PR agencies and consultants? Pitching on Fridays. “We

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Software Internal International Pitching 85

Cision

MAY 4, 2016

Before you pitch a journalist, you must think about how your story adds value for your audience. In short, I will assist CEO Thomas Graham and EVP Angela Dejene in executing our mission and in planning for and managing the growth of the agency. How do you think your background in journalism will help you in this new role?

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Newspapers Journalism Pitching Report 120

Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

While the shrinking number of media outlets affects the potential pitch opportunities for all PR people, the negative impact is less pronounced for the business-to-business front, where trade journals are generally faring better than newspapers. But still, the media relations is dead prediction seems to gain steam.

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Media Relations Automotive Media Newspapers 101

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 14, 2018

4) Emphasis on professional journalism. Second, PR needs to think about the video elements – and I don’t mean pitching video – but rather the capacity to be interviewed on video. PR should be taking a close look at the content that’s trending. Looking for an agency partner that can both bring creative ideas. Talk to Us !

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Survey Report Media B2B 102

Landis PR

MARCH 28, 2022

Do your homework and stay up-to-date on current trends within your clients’ industries to maintain trust in th ose relationship s. . 15 tips for building deep relationships with new clients in a virtual world , The Business Journals . Three essentials to strong agency-client relationships , Fast Company . .

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Meeting Energy Journalism Training 52

Shift Communications

AUGUST 9, 2017

Thus, we often find ourselves speaking with clients on what we’ll need to secure a hit in Fortune, Wall Street Journal , the New York Times, USA Today or any other top-tier outlet. No, you’re not diluting the story by including other sources in your pitch, you’re creating the story. Amanda Monroe. Vice President.

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Media Data B2B Pitching 100

Sword and the Script

MARCH 27, 2018

A third added, “The changing face of journalism has left many newsrooms bereft of veterans and reporters with historical knowledge.”. While I do think the economics of journalism has also played a starring role in this sector, there are a number of other contributing factors. 4 Big Media Trends that have Upended PR and Marketing.

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Media Relations Media Trade Shows Journalism 75

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 pitch was about a study they had done. The interesting thing is, I had pitched her on that study by email already. >>>Also see: The PR Opportunity for Brands as Publishers Tinker with Journalism. Of course not.

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Content Marketing Marketing Pitching Survey 89

Landis PR

MAY 30, 2023

This trend is not limited to major media outlets. For PR professionals, the dwindling numbers of working journalists means that there are fewer people to pitch stories to. It’s more important than ever to create pitches that are short (less staff = less time), contain news that’s targeted to the media outlet, and is worthy of coverage.

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Healthcare Media Pitching Local 52