Wadds Inc.

JANUARY 26, 2023

If you’ve worked in the public relations industry over the past decade or more you’ve had a front row view of the disruption of the media industry. The future of media relations is not what it seems. Many public relations practitioners start their career working with the media.

Pitching 124

Pitching Media Print Social Media 124

Communications Conversations

OCTOBER 15, 2019

This just in: media relations is getting tougher. Consider the following: Demand for media attention is high: Most top-tier writers now receive 100, 250 or 500 pitches a week for 5 story spots. Media is outnumbered: PR Pros now outnumber journalists by a factor of 6 to 1. Much, much tougher. The stats back up the claim.

Media Relations 100

Media Relations Pitching Media Report 100

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MARCH 5, 2024

Yes, it’s true that in today’s digital landscape, public relations professionals no longer rely on earned media alone. Most PR pros today use some form of the PESO Model which includes owned, shared, paid and earned media. However, media pitching and media relations to secure earned media still dominate the industry.

Media 98

Media Nonprofit Pitching Analytics 98

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JANUARY 9, 2024

Search and Monitor Monitoring enables brands and PR agencies to track earned media wins, be aware of up-to-date industry insights, and even keep tabs on competitors from the news (print and online), blogs, social media, and broadcasts in near real-time. This feature is not available for recurring automated briefings.

Pitching 95

Pitching Print Measurement Report 95

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

For a fee, any organization can upload their press release to a newswire service that distributes it directly to news organizations, much like the original news agencies like Associated Press fed reports to newspapers in the early days of electronic journalism. What is newswire distribution? Keep a check on their pricing as they’re expensive.

SEO 279

SEO Print Financial Product Launch 279

Prohibition

MAY 13, 2022

From traditional consumer coverage, print to digital and even broadcast coverage – it is all a really powerful way to build brand awareness, present key messages and generate sales for your company. What is media coverage? And any good agency will advise as to what is achievable for you. Media relationships.

Print 112

Print Trends Agency Brand 112

PRSay

APRIL 9, 2021

The common thread among these examples is one thing that these savvy pitching pros did: They exercised their mere humanity and asked their media contacts a useful question, but only after they proved to be worthwhile sources. Mackenzie Nestor, an agency pro in Indiana, was reaching out to a Wall Street Journal writer. A real appeal.

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Pitching Travel Journalism Exercises 164

Mindful Marketing

JUNE 22, 2015

Last week PR Newser wrote an interesting article on the value of media relations. Patrick Coffee had insightful commentary on the Holmes Report’s 2015 World PR Report , where he “respectfully disagreed” with the report’s claim that “media relations skills are not seen as particularly relevant.”. By Seedepth.

Media Relations 50

Media Relations Measurement Report Media 50

Beyond PR

JULY 18, 2016

Furthermore, print resonates better with Brazilian audiences. Respondents from the report Brazilian Media Research 2015: Media consumption habits by the population state that print media is the most trusted source of news, and 50% of respondents are singularly focused while reading print publications.

Media Relations 40

Media Relations Print Media Newspapers 40

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 1, 2021

For any PR agency team , a major media interview for a company spokesperson is a solid win. At the same time, having a terrific media spokesperson who can nail the messaging, handle tough questions and make business or technical language accessible isn’t always easy. . Plan for technical glitches in the virtual world.

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Interviews Media Construction Report 268

Polaris

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

Public relations, or more precisely media relations, can be a tricky business. The art of getting earned media coverage for a product, service or business is not as easy as it sounds. And while the degree of difficulty varies from brand to brand, the secret to securing editorial is NOT a media release.

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Prohibition

AUGUST 29, 2023

Media coverage : Reach out to food journalists and writers to secure media coverage for your launch. This can include product reviews, interviews, or features in food publications, both online and in print. Social media campaigns : Leverage the power of social media platforms to engage with your target audience.

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Product Launch Crisis Management Agency Social Media 62

B2B PR Sense

JANUARY 5, 2018

You can go with less expensive freelancers or retain a boutique, mid-size or large PR agency. For example, a PR agency can obtain media coverage that shines a positive light on your brand. Handpicked Related Content. How to Pick the Right B2B PR Agency For You. Handpicked Related Content.

Crisis Management 238

Crisis Management B2B Reputation Advertising 238

Solo PR Pro

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

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 didn’t know much about PR, but had a vague understanding of media relations, having been on the receiving end of pitches during his time producing talk shows.

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Meeting Radio Sports Telecommunications 131

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

An annual survey by PRWeek found the median public relations salary in the U.S. is $100,000 in 2020; it’s higher for in-house PR and corporate communications roles at $145,500 and lower for PR agencies at $90,000. More: 2020 Public Relations Salary Survey: How Much Money do PRs Pros Make ?

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Survey Industry Leadership Study 94

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 16, 2018

Agency teams may think they’re in constant touch with clients as the emails fly back and forth, but that’s not enough. Misguided media relations strategy. With a print interview, there are opportunities to reach out to a journalist and add or amend statements. Learn and benefit from PR missteps.

Skype 170

Skype Interviews Crisis Communications Crisis 170

OnePitch

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

In this month’s profile, we are talking with Megan Garbe , the Vice President and Director of Consumer Media Relations at Fahlgren Mortine. Tell us a bit about your day-to-day and your role as the VP, Director of Consumer Media Relations. This is actually a new role for the agency, one that I was thrilled to take on.

Pitching 98

Pitching Consumer How To Education 98

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 11, 2018

To maximize the impact of earned coverage, the media relations pro must master the pitch, the interview, and the promotion of the story. Don’t laugh; in a busy agency, it’s easy to double-book the same line for two calls!) The PR agency can help by sharing major stories on its own social channels and website.

Report 136

Report Interviews Pitching Construction 136

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 7, 2017

Some PR agencies fall into a trap of chasing only only large, brand-name clients. A PR firm may also think that doing media relations for well known brands can be easier than work for unknowns, because journalists are eager to cover them. But the point here is that a company doesn’t need to be huge to be noticed.

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Small Business SMB Local Viral 168

Sword and the Script

APRIL 12, 2022

In an interview on this blog in 2021 , Propel Co-Founder and CEO Zach Cutler said as a former PR agency owner, he couldn’t find software that met his agency’s growth needs. The company says it has “150 business and agency customers, including Real Chemistry, Textron, Insurify and many other unicorns.”

Software 88

Software Pitching Measurement Enterprise 88

Sword and the Script

JULY 7, 2020

Muck Rack focuses on public relations management Muck Rack announced “Public Relations Management” which promises a “unified platform” across the company’s “media database, monitoring, analytics and collaboration tools built for PR teams.” In an interview with PRWeek, the company likened it to a CRM for PR.

Technology 121

Technology Publicity Software Print 121

Landis PR

APRIL 12, 2021

Performance isn’t typically an issue in print — using prose to tell a compelling story is. There’s more time to report and (despite the shrinking news hole) more room in print/digital to provide detail and nuance. We’ve got video of some sharks attacking a whale outside the Golden Gate!

Meeting 98

Meeting Media Print Enterprise 98

Sword and the Script

JUNE 18, 2019

What is for sure is that a solid PR team is versatile and can expertly cover down on a broad number of functions: internal comms, external comms, executive comms, media relations, analyst relations, corporate social responsibility, thought leadership and marcom, and as I’ve long proposed, content marketing, among many others.

Employee 146

Employee Print Writing Survey 146

Cision

JULY 13, 2016

In this interview, Nick discusses how to approach integrated communication, why print may still have a place in your strategy and how to build relationships with reporters. From my agency days, one of the most frustrating things I’d see clients do is not utilize assets to their fullest potential. the asset for future use.

Print 120

Print Tourism Transportation Film 120

Prohibition

JANUARY 20, 2021

Simply having a social media account isn’t enough. PR agencies are trained to convey messages to the public in a creative way that sparks interest. 2) It’s a perfect way to connect with the media. By hiring a PR agency, you will get a fresh set of eyes looking at your business and your objectives.

Company 62

Company Software Crisis Management Agency 62

5W PR

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

While the ultimate goal – building a positive brand reputation – is the same in all cases, the strategy to leverage each kind of media is distinct. Owned media is any content or messaging platform the brand owns or exclusively controls.

Media 103

Media Print Advertising Advertising 103

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

To promote professional expertise and build visibility, it helps to be a media resource – that’s what keeps PR agencies in business. This is where having a PR agency or internal staffer comes in handy. Photo by CoWomen from Pexels. How can subject-matter experts maximize their chances of success? Be available.

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Resources Media Interviews Comparison 149

Cision

MAY 3, 2016

In this interview, Karen shares how thinking like a journalist will help your media relations strategy, why following up on pitches is so important and what to do before jumping into a career in public relations. What are some key components of a successful media relations strategy? The two are companions.

Pitching 0

Pitching Training Media Relations Newspapers 0

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. Think the way the media think. Print magazine? Avoid the frustration of being shut out by getting a good handle on media timing. It’s likely to backfire. The ill-timed pitch.

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Pitching Sports Print Creativity 149

Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Traditional print titles, who now also have large online audiences, still have tremendous power and credibility. To make earned media easier, make sure you pick the right agency partner – one that has proven capabilities in earning media coverage, is recommended by top editors, and doesn’t shy away from the challenge.

Automotive 77

Automotive Media Report Print 77

Cision

DECEMBER 4, 2015

At my first agency job in New York, I worked alongside a media relations specialist who wanted each of his annual coverage reports to be as thick as a phone book. Will it run in print?”. After all, there’s a certain cache to seeing one’s name in print. Now that’s a coverage report,” he would say.

Print 120

Print Interviews Pitching Conference 120

Solo PR Pro

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

So why expect your PR person to talk with a reporter and tell them to not print that statement you made to them in an interview? In the case of the law, it’s the judge that’s the decision-maker; in media relations, it’s the reporter/editor. I think we’ve established a lawyer can’t make guarantees. In PR it’s the same.

Communications 99

Communications Comparison Exercises Interviews 99

Shift Communications

DECEMBER 15, 2016

As SHIFT and the entire industry continues to evolve there is always the question… Is traditional media relations dead? After an aggressive media relations push, we began to pick up traction in the local market. Client: Print Syndicate. Online, print, broadcast – it all still matters. Annie Perkins.

Print 60

Print Media Travel Wireless 60

Cision

JULY 14, 2016

After a short stint at a large NYC agency on its agricultural product PR team, I actually found my true calling by chance when I answered an ad in The New York Times for a job at Spring O’Brien, an agency that specializes in travel and tourism PR. What do you have planned for them? How do you envision the future of PR?

Travel 120

Travel Agriculture Tourism Internal 120

Stephen Waddington

MAY 19, 2020

The freelance PR market shut down in the first week of April as agencies and in-house teams reacted to the markets they serve and cut costs. Media relations has been impacted by a decline in advertising and the reduced distribution of newsprint.

Crisis 151

Crisis Government Energy Community 151

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

During the vetting process, ask potential providers to show you how to track TV, radio, online news, licensed print and social media in one tool—the proof is in the pudding. Ask other PR and communications professionals you know about which media monitoring companies have a reputation for providing great service.

How To 106

How To Media Radio Print 106

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 15, 2017

Each December public relations agencies spend time crafting pitches and byline articles capturing clients’ takeaways for their particular industry. We are convinced that our clients value a firm with experts in multi-media content creation, brilliant social media strategists and who can knock a media event out of the park.

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YouTube Training Video Survey 136