Sword and the Script

JUNE 20, 2023

So, if you want to earn their attention, or if you are investing money in PR – specifically for media relations – then your company should be active on Twitter too. The latest 2023 State of Journalism survey by Muck Rack continues to reinforce this conclusion. Here are some of the journalism statistics worth considering.

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Twitter Survey Journalism Social Media 127

PRSay

MAY 24, 2021

24, Chuck Todd of NBC’s “Meet the Press” shared his insights on the state of journalism and its future. Over the next decade, Todd predicted, his profession will slowly move beyond the public scorn and skepticism toward the news media that has grown amid the country’s current political divide. Opportunities for independent journalism.

Nonprofit 172

Nonprofit Local Journalism Newspapers 172

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 2, 2024

This AI is ‘Taylor’ Made for Media Relations; PRophet Adds Generative AI to PR Software Former PR agency leader is a building software product focused on improving PR pitches with two different types of artificial intelligence. Here are the top 10 most-read posts from the last 12 months.

Blogging 113

Blogging Software B2B Survey 113

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 27, 2021

Trade publications can be just as important as top outlets like The New York Times or Wall Street Journal. It provides in-depth journalism and insight into the most important news and trends shaping cybersecurity, like breaches, vulnerability, threats, and more. They often break news before anyone else. Dark Reading. InfoSecurity Mag.

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Enterprise Trends Journalism Resources 296

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 15, 2017

Recently, I received notice from the publisher of a local business journal that the “People on the Move” section is up for sale. And with that, what was once a community service of sorts, with some editorial oversight, has become an advertisement. Photo credit: Pixabay ( CC0 1.0 ) .

Journalism 64

Journalism Brand Branding Advertising 64

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

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. Social media marketing is not slowing down.

Media Relations 60

Media Relations Media Newspapers Print 60

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

The attraction was instant, she says, and at that young age, it was a deciding moment in her determination to pursue a career in either PR or journalism. RW: I work with Family & Community Somerset County (FCSSC) and it has opened my eyes to the need for care in our community. PR, marketing, sales and journalism.

Media Relations 68

Media Relations Media Insurance Insurance 68

Remote PR Jobs

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

[RELATED: Take the first step in achieving communications excellence ] This means the credibility of media outlets and other information sources is more important than in the past. The public values journalism, and people are moving to media channels they trust.

Mobile 100

Mobile SEO Reputation Web 100

Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Earned Media & Media Relations. In the old days, sending out press releases and then managing a Rolodex of media contacts could help PR pros to land earned media. Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix.

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Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 370

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 22, 2018

Those hours, of course, include studying trade journals, reviews, and analyst reports. While pitching the national publications should definitely be a part of the overall PR plan, no B2B tech campaign can afford to ignore the opportunities that trade media afford. Trade pubs are a community network.

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Pitching Real Estate B2B Journalism 168

Onclusive

AUGUST 22, 2017

Earned Media/Media Relations. Far from just managing a digital Rolodex, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix. Social Media & Community Management. Data Journalism. Relationship building takes time.

Media Training 397

Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

Doctor Spin

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Through consistent and effective communication, PR can sway public opinion in favour of the organisation, enhancing its reputation and standing in the community. Building trust and credibility is another crucial objective of public relations. Source: Journal of Communication 1 Botan, C., & Taylor, M.

Publicity 52

Publicity Public Affairs Journalism Corporate 52

Sword and the Script

MAY 18, 2021

One study shows communicators are faced with growing workloads, but their relationship with business has strengthened; two studies offer a look at media relations insights. 37% said, “‘feel good’” stories on how companies and communities are helping others. The Wall Street Journal 80%. TechCrunch 85%.

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Study Communications Survey Pitching 165

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 22, 2019

This sounds like bad news, and it is, but it means that the credibility of media and information sources is more important than in the past. The good news is that the public seems to value the role of journalism, and people are moving to media channels they trust.

Mobile 244

Mobile SEO Web Journalism 244

Business Wire

MAY 18, 2017

By Jean-Adrien Delicano, Media Relations Specialist, Business Wire Another month, another round of layoffs and “restructuring” in the Canadian media world. The struggles faced by Canadian news media professionals are well-documented. It’s a business challenge, not a reader challenge.”

Newspapers 178

Newspapers Industry Print Journalism 178

PRSay

MAY 3, 2019

With media organizations consolidating across the country and former journalists finding themselves in a PR or corporate communications position, it’s important not to forget the difference between these two roles. And in an ideal world, journalism and public relations have a balanced relationship benefitting both parties.

Publicity 146

Publicity Newspapers Journalism Energy 146

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 24, 2018

The public is increasingly skeptical of our institutions, but despite the disruption of traditional media business, journalism still matters. In fact, a new study on public trust in media shows that while trust in media platforms where we seek news is down over last year, trust in journalism is actually on the rise.

Journalism 185

Journalism Advertising Advertising SEO 185

Flack's Revenge

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Brands must also make sure their community manager or agency has the experience, curiosity, and imagination needed to conceive, implement and measure their social efforts. I’m no longer hyperactive on Twitter, but still push out several tweets a day to keep our SO team, and my community up-to-date on social advents and need to know news.

Marketing 244

Marketing Facebook Social Media Community 244

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Surveys show earned media is still the most credible; exec appreciation and collaboration with PR improved during the Coronavirus Regular readers know these pages are filled with surveys and statistics. That’s according to an academic study by Julie O’Neil , a professor in strategic communication, and other researchers.

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Survey Industry Leadership Study 94

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Studying for a public relations or mass communications degree is the most traditional route into the industry today, but it’s not the only route. I know PR professionals with degrees in journalism, mass media, English, business communication, marketing, sports and more.

Agency 88

Agency Energy Crisis Management Industry 88

Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 21, 2023

How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started? I have been in journalism or PR for 25 years — I went to Boston University for journalism and upon graduation, I worked as a business reporter for a local daily newspaper on the outside of Cleveland. We also want them to be interesting and easy to read.

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Meeting Automotive Engineering Journalism 72

Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2022

That was my first experience really using social media and the publication’s website to break news and keep residents in the community informed. Our Commercial Vehicle Group also won editorial excellence awards for investigative journalism, a technology article on hydrogen trucks, and editorial use of data.

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Meeting Automotive Transportation Newspapers 59

Sword and the Script

JUNE 6, 2023

Aaron Kwittken, founder and CEO of PRophet and CEO of Stagwell Marketing Cloud’s Comms Tech Unit gave me a tour of the product previously which I wrote up here: This AI is ‘Taylor’ Made for Media Relations; PRophet Adds Generative AI to PR Software 2. Top challenges facing journalism. Top challenges facing PR.

Survey 144

Survey Software B2B Pitching 144

Cision

JUNE 21, 2016

In this interview, Morgan discusses the importance of having a social presence, how to keep your digital community engaged and why the fundamentals of public relations will never change. After that summer, I changed my concentration in the journalism school and never looked back! What’s your secret to media relations success?

Social Media 227

Social Media Newspapers Reputation Community 227

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. What drew you to the field of public relations? Focus on developing your writing skills.

Fashion 120

Fashion Pitching Journalism Social Media 120

Communications Conversations

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

I liked agency life because you could specialize in media relations and have the company of other professionals in marketing and PR. But I also liked being more of a communication generalist inside organizations, managing everything from events to publications—even sales collateral. What brought you back to DKY?

Publicity 174

Publicity Leadership Corporate Agency 174

Journalistics

FEBRUARY 25, 2013

For many of us, it’s what attracted us to media relations in the first place. In this post, I’ll share what I believe to be the two most effective media relations tactics for 2013 (hint: it’s all about inbound and real-time). If you work in media relations today, you have to be always on as well.

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Media Relations Media Pitching Writing 52

Presspage

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

Finding traditional news media harder and harder to reach in the modern age, OhioHealth saw an opportunity to showcase their internal communications stories alongside their media relations efforts to truly create a one stop shop brand journalism website. So our reach on social media goes much farther too.

Healthcare 137

Healthcare Journalism Local System 137

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 23, 2022

Traditional outlets are usually run according to ethical journalism principles.”. “We We play heavily in industry trade media and specific financial media. With more disinformation and misinformation out there, we have seen the importance of cultivating strong relationships with traditional media.”.

Survey 136

Survey Media Report Journalism 136

Solo PR Pro

JUNE 8, 2021

But after a couple of years in the pre-med program at City College of New York, she changed directions, declaring majors in anthropology and journalism. She began applying to PR positions, but she found that the folks she interviewed with often had trouble understanding how her educational background translated into public relations. “It

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Meeting Public Affairs Trade Shows Journalism 110

Sword and the Script

APRIL 12, 2022

The PR community needs the competition. Vetted has a unique business model and value proposition that really differentiates itself from other media relations solutions on the market,” said Christophe Abiragi , CEO of ITK Information Services. “We That sounds promising. That’s the first in this month’s PR Tech Sum.

Software 88

Software Pitching Measurement Enterprise 88

Solo PR Pro

JULY 5, 2022

There’s a whole community of like minded people you can lean on. I still subscribe to one print newspaper, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, and read it every morning. I think it helps me see patterns in the media overall, which is useful to me since most of my work is in media relations.

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Meeting Writing Pitching Case Study 98

Solo PR Pro

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Ever since college, Susan Stoga had a passion for the fast pace of the media industry. Originally from suburban Chicago, Illinois, she studied journalism at the University of Iowa, getting her start reporting on elections as early as her sophomore year. From freelance to firm.

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Meeting Retail Groups Hotels 91

Deirdre Breakenridge

JUNE 8, 2016

She recently received her master of science in public relations from New York University’s School of Professional Studies and received her bachelor of science in journalism from Boston University. This was an important question and one that should be explored beyond one student or one blog post. Read more.

Social Media 150

Social Media Pitching How To Media 150

HMA Public Relations

APRIL 18, 2018

Report for America is an organization whose primary goal is to bring community journalism back to our communities. The post Report for America appeared first on HMA Public Relations. Learn more about it in today's blog post.

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Report Journalism Community Blogging 40

Communications Conversations

JUNE 28, 2018

I am the Senior Corporate Communications Manager for both teams, which means I handle all “off court” communications. As far as what I was most proud of, I’d have to say it was the new community relations program. You got your degree in journalism, like many in our field. Why or why not?

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Sports Travel Television Agency 113