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Does Data-Driven Storytelling Threaten the Role of the Communicator? #CisionWorldTour Toronto

Cision

While technology continues changing every industry I can think of, many communications and public relations professionals hold tight to the more poetic side of storytelling. There’s nothing wrong with holding on to the art of storytelling. But, if the Wall Street Journal mentions your brand, what is that worth?

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S&T Live Recap: From the Marines to Johns Hopkins, a Communicator’s Storytelling Journey

PRSay

An early piece Melton wrote about a young soldier was rejected for publication. After the Marines, Melton attended the Military Visual Journalism Program at Syracuse University, where he honed his photography skills. He later realized that he preferred public relations to journalism. That was my job.”

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7 Skills PR Teams Can’t Do Without

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

The practice of public relations has probably evolved more rapidly in the past several years than ever before. This requires a combination of creative thinking, analytical skills, and the ability to develop and execute against plan. The internet and social platforms are key tools for storytelling, brand management and connection.

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Public Relations Job Trends in Tech and Beyond

Onclusive

There’s a laundry list of myths about public relations jobs, one of which is that PR jobs are glamorous. As of 2014, public relations professionals filled roughly 240,000 jobs. occupations is around $36,000, which means public relations professionals earn 40% more than the median income. The median annual income across all U.S.

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5 Steps to Creating a Strong Brand

Critical Mention

For example, The Wall Street Journal reported McDonald’s has created a loyalty program and advertised a series of combo meals that were backed by top artists such as Travis Scott, BTS and Saweetie to increase sales and attract more customers. Perfect the Art of Storytelling. Know Your Audience.

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What Lies Ahead for Public Relations in 2018?

PRSay

Artificial intelligence also has the potential to revolutionize journalism. Digital storytelling, social listening and native advertising will all dramatically increase in significance as well, even as blogs maintain an important role in disseminating information. Look for more PR shops to say they’re “data driven.”. Wright, Ph.D.,

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Join #PRStudChat on March 21st to discuss #PR Curriculum 3.0 – What Communicators Need to Stay Relevant

Deirdre Breakenridge

Social media, data science, predictive analytics, news releases and comms plans – what do young communicators need to learn? Should PR programs be more integrated with journalism, marketing, or business, or stand on their own? How important is multimedia storytelling (video, design and photography)?