ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 5, 2021

And there are certain B2B tech sectors, like cybersecurity, where reactive media pitching is often a large and important program component. Media must deliver new and compelling information to consumers instantly in a hotly competitive environment, and we’re here to help. Are you fast enough?

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NewsWhip

APRIL 27, 2023

The communications and public relations industry is constantly evolving, especially in the digital age. Communications professionals are now creating a suite of best class tools to help them successfully do their job. Paid #Paid is a creative marketing platform that streamlines collaboration between brands and content creators.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 11, 2022

Our work includes not just press releases, but pitches to journalists, bylines, blogs posts, op-Ed pieces, and more. We may have what we think is a great idea for an announcement or a media pitch, but if it doesn’t fit with the brand strategy, it’s not a great idea. What kinds of things do you write? And whose voice do you use?

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 29, 2020

During my time in PR, I’ve worked on many different accounts in all different industries – ad tech, retail, cybersecurity, consumer tech, the list goes on. PR pros are very creative and have the skills to take something bland and make it exciting and relevant. Without creative thinking, it would have never happened. .

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Onclusive

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

“Nail the elevator pitch.”. Mika Stambaugh is an Emmy award winning journalist and dynamic entrepreneur known for her creative strategies in executing media and communication campaigns. Today, Mika runs TMI (The Mas Ink), a boutique PR firm. Today, Mika runs TMI (The Mas Ink), a boutique PR firm. We keep things simple.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

Our job descriptions tells us what we’ll be responsible for in a given public relations or communications role, but we rarely reference the J.D. For the sake of creating a comprehensive list of all the tasks today’s PR and communications teams are responsible for, we’ve compiled a list of 20 responsibilities or areas of focus.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 20, 2020

A POV offers currency for proactive pitching as well as content development. Ad tech PR isn’t like consumer PR where you could be hitting up different people every day, and it’s impossible to keep track of changes without a deep database. PR doesn’t just need to be pitching over email. Weshould get creative with tactics.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 1, 2019

Many people who work in PR thrive on the creative nature of what we do; after all, not everyone can dream up a winning idea for a product launch, or even the email subject line that will capture a journalist’s attention. But the best campaigns are fueled by creativity, yet informed by research. Muddling the message. Bad timing.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 5, 2022

Check out my recent post Unique Ways PR Pros Can (and Should) Consume News to spark ideas for staying on top of industry news in 2022. . Or offer to take a stab at first drafts of bylines, press releases, or pitches. Taking the time to put thought behind client communications will save time and productivity in the long run. .

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wiredPRworks

APRIL 29, 2020

One of the fun things about being a creative is, well, you get to be creative! – that mapped out the best possible creative solutions? When you automate creativity, you discover the best options. Small changes in creative lead to big changes in performance. Marpipe is a multivariate creative testing platform.

Creativity 52

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wiredPRworks

APRIL 29, 2020

One of the fun things about being a creative is, well, you get to be creative! – that mapped out the best possible creative solutions? When you automate creativity, you discover the best options. Small changes in creative lead to big changes in performance. Marpipe is a multivariate creative testing platform.

Creativity 52

Creativity How To Engineering Advertising 52

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

Rule #1: The shorter the pitch, the better. If you’re on the receiving end of thousands of daily pitches, you need to skim fast, or ignore most of your email. Many people rely on a high-quality conference setup and their mobile phones for text and social media communication. Rule #6: Scale your pitch. Be creative.

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5W PR

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

As the social web expands and the power of consumers continues to grow, small businesses that want stay relevant, attract customers and retain their loyal followings must find new, compelling ways of communicating their brand messages. When it comes to building trust and credibility, PR is king. Defining a Target Audience and Goals.

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Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JUNE 6, 2023

To the average consumer, AI likely snuck up like a mysterious, unknown entity. But to the marketing and communications worlds, the reality is that it has been used in various forms for years, having started gaining momentum around 2015. As you can see, the use of artificial intelligence in marketing communications is extensive.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

According to USC’s 2017 Global Communications Report , written communications is second only to strategic planning in important skills for future growth in public relations. A professional communicator is arguably one of the most versatile writers around. Yet many fail to apply the same rigor to client communications.

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PRSay

JUNE 16, 2023

In public relations, generative AI has the potential to automate routine tasks such as writing press releases, social media posts and email pitches, thus allowing practitioners to focus on strategic, big-picture work. AI for social media Social media is another area where communicators can use generative AI to their advantage.

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Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The Talking Points Podcast Created by Arik Hanson , a solo marketing and communications consultant, and Kevin Hunt, leader of corporate communications content at General Mills, The Talking Points Podcast is a one-stop shop for relevant news and advice regarding public relations, corporate communications, social media and marketing.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 30, 2018

Even the most stellar pitch is useless if the wrong people are targeted; a carefully selected list of fewer reporters will yield better results than a spray-and-pray approach. The desired audiences for a story depend on the corporate communications goals involved, whether general visibility, opinion leadership, or product support.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

As anyone with even a slightly popular blog knows, ‘guest post pitching’ has gotten out of hand. Now more than ever, brands are understanding the importance of building trust and being transparent with their audiences, not to mention the value of clear communication. You’ll find my own prognostication at the very bottom.

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Cision

APRIL 7, 2017

Kristin Daher, the President and founder of Powerhouse Communications , spearheads the creative communications agency providing a wide range of media relations, brand strategy, and social media services with a specialty in the foodservice and franchise space. I was destined to work in the field of communications.

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Konnect Agency

OCTOBER 25, 2023

At Konnect Agency, our experts have identified some common pitfalls we’ve seen in Public Relations, Social Media and influencer, Creative, and Paid marketing…and our tips on how to avoid them. Consider what insights or consumer behaviors your client can offer that resonate with the broader context.

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PRSay

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Ebanks is the vice president of communications at Essence Ventures, overseeing all executive, external and internal communications for the private equity company that aims to empower, connect and give ownership to Black communities. Here, she offers a variety of career advice for communicators, including insights on mentoring.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 11, 2022

People usually think of media pitching and press releases when they think about public relations. This year’s theme was “Stream On,” all about how consumers use the many different streaming services available, how companies can take advantage, and what they have in store for the future. In recent years, that has included adtech.

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Konnect Agency

MARCH 31, 2020

1 Be Very Realistic as You Take Stock of the Situation: Before diving into a communications plan of attack, it is important to take note of the current realities of how day-to-day life has changed and how this change has dramatically impacted the news that is being shared and the content editors are seeking. . #2

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PRSay

JANUARY 9, 2020

And people still faxed pitches! However, now that influencers have become commonplace and the FCC is cracking down on disclosures , consumers aren’t as easily captivated by celebrity promotions for hair regimens and face creams. 2020 is the perfect time to take a fresh, creative approach to your partnerships.

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NewsWhip

MAY 27, 2021

The future of storytelling in healthcare communications. And, we’ve certainly seen through the pandemic that communications are a really central core to that, to ensuring that life-changing healthcare gets to people when they need it the most, wherever they are. Paul: Consumers have tried to educate themselves in this new world.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 8, 2020

That means cybersecurity PR pros must be savvy, creative and tactical to ensure their companies are noticed by target audiences. . Are the company’s offerings geared toward consumers through products like antivirus and firewall solutions, or toward business and enterprise via security information and event management (SIEM) software suites?

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Buzzstream

JUNE 5, 2024

There are also asset-less digital PR strategies that include pitching quotes to journalists. How to pitch: This gave me four rankings lists that I could pitch to journalists in the local media outlets in the top-ranking cities. How to pitch: This approach gives Pinrose an asset when pitching to beauty and lifestyle journalists.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 8, 2019

Social listening and media monitoring is key for many programs, and PR pros have used email marketing for years, even for targeted media pitches. This isn’t new technology, of course, but it has only recently become reliable enough to reach a tipping point in consumer adoption.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 16, 2017

Fall is a terrific time for creative public relations teams to dream up seasonal ideas that score with media now and through the rest of the year. For example, IoT devices for the home can factor into smart pitches on fall clean-up and prep stories. Some of the best pitches tie a client product or service to pop culture coverage.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

That isn’t true; earned media is generated by hard work, research, and creativity. “Me, me, me” A reporter wants a good story, not a sales pitch or a founder biography. Positioning a new business within its category, as part of an industry’s growth or change, is a far stronger pitch. No differentiation.

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PRSay

JULY 9, 2021

Input for agency pitches or campaign planning is another area where younger professionals can shine. On an organization-wide scale, such programs open the gates to a new breed of creative ideas and innovation. Combined, millennials and Gen-Z employees now constitute the largest segment of the workforce and a burgeoning consumer market.

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Landis PR

MARCH 14, 2022

Please note: this is a reposted blog by our Public Relations Global Network PR partner, Ghidotti Communications. Five Key Steps to Introducing Your Consumer Brand to a New Social Media Platform. After identifying trends and consumer priorities, begin to create relevant content to engage a new audience. Photo courtesy of Pixels.

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Shift Communications

OCTOBER 27, 2014

Here at SHIFT, we coupled our love of candy and data to create the infographic below ( click for larger image ) showcasing consumers’ Halloween candy buying and spending habits. Like most creative pieces, the infographic was an evolution and team effort that didn’t happen overnight. Creative Data Marketing' Zach Burrus.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 26, 2016

With 68 percent of users saying they engage with brands on Instagram, big brands, small businesses, and influencers alike have embraced the social media platform, producing content that professional communicators can learn much from. Find creative ways to make the standard announcement. Appeal to the imagination.

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Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

a) Many community newspapers going away and hopefully still being available in some kind of online format. PR and communications pros will be leaning way more heavily on AI-powered content development tools in 2023. Jon Amar , Director of PR and Communications, Matter Unlimited. “I see a few things. More show and less tell.

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Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 196

Cision

OCTOBER 27, 2016

In this interview, Nathan discusses why brands should always challenge the status quo, how to best connect with consumers and how the PR industry will continue to evolve. There are several challenges facing brands today – trust, crisis in the digital age and the change in how and what content consumers view, share and consume.

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