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PRSA Introduces Innovative Program to Guide Journalists Transitioning Into PR and Communications

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While the PR and communications profession has continued to grow, many media companies keep cutting their workforces. In addition, we will cover many of the fundamentals of media relations, so our program also would be beneficial to those starting out in public relations — including students and new professionals in PR, media and journalism.

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Professional Sports Without Fans Will Increase Social Media Usage

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Since the rise of COVID-19, many sports fans have been on the edge of their seats regarding upcoming seasons and tournaments. Either way, we can conclude that sports fans will have to adjust to several differences this year. “The Engaging with other fans is part of the joy of following any sport.

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Playing the Game: 4 Tips for Building a Career in Sports PR

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During my 35 years in sports public relations, I’ve met many people, from college students to mid-career executives, who aspire to build a career like mine because of their passion for the game. However, a love of sports alone is only the price of entry. Like a lot of folks, I enjoyed the sport on occasion.

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What PR Pros Should Know about the Next Generation of Journalists

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Greentarget, the strategic communications firm where I work as director of media relations, recently surveyed 100 journalism students and new professionals in the field. The news media will continue to grapple with social, economic and technological changes.

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Entertainment & Sports Section New Member Spotlight

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Isabelle McLemore – Senior Director, Global Corporate Communications, UFC. I was able to jump in there with the media relations and publication relations teams at a time the country was on fire with Olympic pride and the Olympic movement was more popular than ever. It went from being a spectacle to being a sport.

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8 Questions with Syracuse University’s Sports Legend, Michael Veley

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To say Michael Veley embodies sports is an understatement. Falk Center for Sport Management spanning more than two decades is, in a word, impressive. Which 3 tips do you have for anyone trying to break into the sports PR/marketing world? Passion and an insatiable appetite for sports; 2. By Robin Gelfenbien.

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Why the NBA’s Hong Kong Controversy Is a Timely Lesson in Corporate Responsibility

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As Sports Illustrated reported, the NBA had signed a five-year deal with Tencent in June worth at least $500 million. In the new era of corporate responsibility, large organizations increasingly turn on a dime when faced with criticism on social media. He has written on crisis management and corporate responsibility for Law360.