Stephen Waddington

APRIL 14, 2020

A perfect storm of distribution and falling advertising revenue is a blow to the newsprint business after two decades of battling the shift from print to digital. The conclusion to the story of the digitisation of news media may only take a matter of months. Long form, reflective and specialist journalism also appear to be robust.

Print 102

Print Newspapers Crisis Local 102

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MARCH 5, 2024

And despite digital and legacy media outlets shuttering or laying off, there is a slew of independent, niche and grant-funded newsrooms starting up or getting help from organizations like Press Forward, Local Media Foundation, News/Media Alliance, MacArthur Foundation, Knight Foundation, the American Journalism Project and others.

Media 97

Media Nonprofit Pitching Analytics 97

Stern + Associates

JANUARY 29, 2024

Every time one would think media outlets can’t cut more staff they find a new bottom: 2023 saw massive layoffs which have continued into 2024. Ad spending – the historic lifeblood of mainstream media – has plummeted as people spend more time on social media platforms where advertisers can reach them directly.

Strategy 96

Strategy Publicity Media Video 96

Stephen Waddington

JUNE 13, 2019

Even the most trusted brands like the BBC are seen as biased especially on issues such as Brexit and climate change. News media in pain Newspaper brands continue to suffer as readers shift from print to digital. Blame is directed squarely at social media platforms and the BBC.

Print 115

Print Media Newspapers Local 115

Presspage

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Not long ago, a brand newsroom editor pushed positive but often bland, corporate-toned pieces to the brand’s newsroom. But that’s no longer the case in today’s online-driven, hyper media-consuming world. Brand Journalism. Hence, the introduction of brand journalism.

Brand 60

Brand Branding Journalism Product Launch 60

NewsWhip

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

The UK-based company operates 130 national and regional print and online media brands in the U.K., Yara Silva, group head of social media for Reach, supports these publications with social media posts, but also tracks the success of Reach’s stories. including magazines like OK! Unique analytics.

Reddit 158

Reddit Viral Analytics Social Media 158

Contently - Strategy

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

In traditional journalism, diligent fact-checking is a given. This type of work is not journalism, strictly speaking. This type of work is not journalism, strictly speaking. When a brand is behind a story, there’s bias involved. Do I need to parse the fine print of a scientific study every time I cite a statistic?

Content Marketing 144

Content Marketing Marketing Viral Study 144

Cision

NOVEMBER 21, 2017

With the media landscape evolving at the speed of technology, communicators need to be able to listen dynamically to their audiences across multiple media channels. It’s no longer just the mainstream media that needs to be taken into account. Understand the Present – Where is your brand now?

How To 149

How To Social Media B2C Television 149

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

After 15 years working on air in the Philadelphia market, I decided to utilize my experience in the media industry to help obtain major media placements for spokespeople and brands. I’m still great friends with many TV producers and digital editors which helps me with developing new media strategies.

Journalism 78

Journalism Social Media Radio Fashion 78

Prakkypedia

NOVEMBER 5, 2017

I recently wrote about the importance of having a good media distribution list and the importance of keeping up with changes in the media industry. I thought it would be useful to share some sources of news on Australia’s journalism industry (in no particular order): The Australian – Media. Media Week.

Media 76

Media Journalism Radio Print 76

Critical Mention

JUNE 10, 2020

As a result, it’s important to be tracking online news , print, social media and broadcast sources constantly to see which journalists and influencers are most trusted and widely-read in a given subject area. . Social Media is an invaluable Resource for Pitching. Eric Lebowitz.

Media 104

Media Pitching Trends Resources 104

Cision

APRIL 12, 2016

In this interview, Adriana discusses the nuances of promoting media brands, the evolving role of social media in media relations and how to adapt your public relations strategy to the changing media landscape. I’ve always been an avid consumer of journalism and loved writing.

Fashion 120

Fashion Pitching Journalism Social Media 120

Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Amidst this environment, you must ask yourself: Wouldn’t it be a whole lot easier and more predictable to put earned media on the back burner, and rely much more heavily on paid and owned media, where you can control the message, the timing and the frequency? YES, it might be easier … but it’s not more effective for your brand.

Automotive 77

Automotive Media Report Print 77

Critical Mention

DECEMBER 3, 2019

Have you ever clicked on an interesting article that refers to your industry or brand, only to find that you could not finish reading it unless you have to make a one-time purchase or sign up for a paid subscription? This is also true of some important industry and academic journals. Fortunately, there’s a solution. Share Tweet Share.

How To 90

How To Journalism Radio Newspapers 90

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

Cision

MAY 4, 2016

Rich Oppel, senior advisor for media strategy and management at Crosswind Media & Public Relations, says brands will successfully land media coverage when they can combine their needs with the needs of journalists and their readers. How do you think your background in journalism will help you in this new role?

Newspapers 120

Newspapers Journalism Pitching Report 120

Bianchi Biz Blog

MAY 16, 2022

My first article on the project also holds a special place in my memory as it was the first big article I wrote after I started in B2B journalism in which I had come up with the idea and it wound up being the cover story for a print issue. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? PowerMotionTech.

Meeting 74

Meeting Media Engineering Journalism 74

Reputation Us

AUGUST 1, 2016

He will work under the supervision of the Account Director and assist LTPR with its social media efforts. Capistrano comes to LT Public Relations from MIA BELL, a full service retail strategy firm that specializes in national business development for brilliant natural, organic beauty and personal care brands.

Internal 60

Internal International Crisis Management Retail 60

Critical Mention

JANUARY 30, 2019

But, whether you are looking at adopting a brand tracking solution for the first time or are re-evaluating your options, there are a couple of “staples” to insist on. When you are monitoring important media coverage—whether it’s a PR crisis or an especially impactful brand story—getting results quickly is absolutely critical.

How To 60

How To Media Analytics Television 60

Critical Mention

AUGUST 5, 2018

She is nationally known as one of the foremost speakers in the country on all things social media. In the PR business for over 25 years, Bill Stoller helps his clients get their voices heard on social media. Shonali’s speciality is strategically increasing growth, helping brands bring big ideas to life through social PR.

Twitter 77

Twitter Radio Social Media Print 77

Cision

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

Although Dao is a new addition to the staff, the magazine has been around since 1994, providing a home for food culture in print and digital. I’m a Houston native, lifetime restaurant worker and NYU journalism graduate. How do you use social media and other sources when gathering leads/story ideas? What is your specialty?

Pitching 120

Pitching Travel Trends Print 120

Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 30, 2019

First, the ease with which disinformation can be created and spread via social media has huge implications for public engagement and discourse in society. Second, structural issues in the mainstream media as it continues to transform to digital should be a concern for all practitioners. It’s a theme that Topi?

Government 103

Government Education Print Ethics 103

PRSay

MAY 8, 2018

Karlie is senior director of public relations for FOCUS Brands. Judy: I also went to UF, but studied journalism. Social media and the internet have also [created] big changes, and over the years Karlie has given me pointers on using them. Karlie: Some of the tools we have now, such as media databases, are different.

Leadership 159

Leadership Conference Local Internal 159

Cision

MAY 3, 2016

For example, is this a wire or a print story or both? It is also important to know the difference between the best media angle for a launch versus the best media angle to sustain the momentum of that launch. Success hangs in the balance of the actual thinking behind the media relations plan. The two are companions.

Pitching 0

Pitching Training Media Relations Newspapers 0

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

We may live in a world full of texting errors and sloppy online journalism, but that’s no excuse for a professional PR team to slack off. In a world of social media magnification and news “trust” issues, it’s up to the agency to maintain a high bar and pay meticulous attention to all correspondence and documentation.

Agency 136

Agency Print Course Travel 136

Critical Mention

JANUARY 30, 2019

When you are monitoring important media coverage—whether it’s a crisis or an especially impactful brand story—getting results quickly is absolutely critical. So, as you consider what media monitoring tool to invest in, make sure the platform you choose has the ability to deliver your results within 60 seconds of the mention.

Media 60

Media Marketing Analytics Television 60

Communications Conversations

JANUARY 26, 2016

Something I’ve been thinking about a lot lately: Are we over-relying on media relations in PR? I’m talking about the broader scope of PR here–media relations, content marketing, social media marketing, community relations, etc. For many years, media relations has been one of the core aspects of PR.

Media Relations 60

Media Relations Media Newspapers Print 60

Mindful Marketing

JUNE 22, 2015

In the graph, Social Media Community Management is at the top of the list with 39.7% From there it reads: Digital Build and Production, Multimedia Content Creation, Insight and Planning, and Creativity – all before Media Relations, listed at 15.1%. Managing a social media community is cool. Content is great.

Media Relations 50

Media Relations Measurement Report Media 50

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 13, 2015

In a CMO round up, Wall Street Journal advertising reporter Steven Perlberg summed it up like this : …Twitter has made the case that there is a large audience of people who see its content around the Web, but who aren’t actually registered to use the social media service. The Value of Social is Earned + Paid.

Twitter 60

Twitter Marketing Media Advertising 60

Mark My Words

JULY 17, 2015

This was PR as it professionalised; emerging out of journalism it took from its drudging forbearers the craft of finding a compelling story and the (soft) graft of leveraging relationships. Traditional journalism is being eviscerated by divestment in print in favour of online. No one cares about history.

Journalism 60

Journalism Radio Print Analytics 60

Cision

MARCH 22, 2016

Your brand may have a good story, but if you’re not catching journalists’ attention with your pitch, it won’t get covered. How did you get your start in journalism? I always follow up on my stories even after they have been printed – a little more care goes a long way. My favorite social media platform is….

Newspapers 120

Newspapers Pitching Interviews Writing 120

Barokas

DECEMBER 5, 2019

Social media and influencer relations are taking a growing share of marcom budgets. Digital and interactive media have largely displaced print. A charismatic, media-darling mid-level exec is better than a guarded or overworked CEO any day. What media placements will truly move the needle?

Strategy 78

Strategy Media Storytelling Pinterest 78

Cision

JUNE 10, 2015

In 2015, traditional media companies are expected to continue shifting towards rebranding, new media entrepreneurism, native advertising and the adoption of digital newsrooms. Gannett’s flagship brand, USA Today, has reinvented itself over the past five years to stay relevant to its increasingly mobile-focused readers.

Pitching 120

Pitching Policies Ethics Mobile 120

Contently - Strategy

OCTOBER 24, 2019

When you send content straight to your reader’s inbox, you bypass Google’s search algorithm and the changing whims of social media platforms. When the publication shuttered its print version and went completely digital in 2019, editors and strategists were given an opportunity to reach into new markets.

Financial 79

Financial Banking Content Marketing Writing 79

Maxim Behar

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Because actually being a PR expert nowadays is being a leader, in your workplace, on social media, among your clients and your readers. If we have to work diligently for our customers, and this is now mandatory, we need to manage their brands, messages and products more than ever. Just us, not them.

Crisis Management 83

Crisis Management Crisis Advertising Advertising 83

Waxing UnLyrical

DECEMBER 11, 2013

It is rightly said that PR and journalism are interdependent. With such alterations in the media industry, PR agencies have a window to get more creative and embrace newer avenues, such as social media platforms, more aggressively than before. Ad spending on social media has shot up from Rs.94

Digital PR 79

Digital PR Newspapers Advertising Advertising 79

Rock the Status Quo

MARCH 30, 2015

View image | gettyimages.com Media coverage abounds related to last week’s 2015 F8 Developer Conference – an event for app developers put on by Facebook. For PR pros wanting more brand visibility? A few exciting changes seem to be looming, amidst a ton of snooze-worthy hype. It gives me the YouTube audience hugeness, right?

Facebook 100

Facebook Customer Service YouTube Crisis Management 100