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Content analysis tool BuzzSumo adds journalist database for SMBs [PR tech sum no. 48]

Sword and the Script

The database also has built-in features for list-building and a generative AI feature for pitching. The partnership gives PR Newswire customers access to AKA creatives – ostensibly to help produce videos to go with their press releases. Pitch podcasts by noon. PR tech mentions Video makers. Meltwater gamifies customer community.

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Crenshaw Communications Joins Digital Marketing Agency Mod Op

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

As Mod Op, we offer market research, SEO, data insights, website development, creative services, and a whole lot more. I feel like I learn something new every day, whether it’s about an amazing client campaign, insights from the AI committee, or just chat about the latest new business pitch.

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6 Most Important Skills Needed to Succeed in PR

Remote PR Jobs

Journalists rely on pitches, press releases, and media advisories to determine the newsworthiness of a story so by presenting information in a compelling manner, PR professionals increase the likelihood of their stories being picked up and shared by media outlets, amplifying the reach and impact of their efforts.

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Four “Old-School” PR Tactics You Shouldn’t Retire Just Yet

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Take the case of social media; what was once a creative space for brands to engage with customers is now so cluttered that making connections is difficult, and paid media strategies are often necessary. But for all the hype, there truly is no substitute for manual research and human analysis. Getting on the phone.

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The Call was Perfect! The PR pitch, Even Better!!

Flack's Revenge

We’ve all done things we thought were great but were not well received, or where reality crashed the perfection party: The golf putt that almost went in The drunken wedding toast that seemed funny at the time The baseball pitch that was for sure a strike, until the ump ruled “ball!” And what about PR pitches?

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The 20 Responsibilities of PR and What They Entail

Onclusive

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. Media Monitoring & Analysis. Relationship building takes time. Owned Media/Content Strategy. Speaking Engagements.

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7 Skills PR Teams Can’t Do Without

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

While traditionally PR work consisted of press releases, pitching, and occasional damage control, today’s PR teams must have a diverse digital skill set, including SEO strategy, social media savvy, data analysis and more. The core skills we need as PR professionals have also changed. Other skills and attributes are more timeless.

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