ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 21, 2016

Top PR agencies know the value of a well-crafted PR pitch to get the attention of an overworked and cynical media contact. With that in mind, we have prepared a list of the type of PR pitches to avoid at all costs. The overly commercial pitch. The long pitch. The “too creative” pitch.

Pitching 149

Pitching Sports Print Creativity 149

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.

Training 370

Training Media Training Reputation Crisis Communications 370

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. Owned Media/Content Strategy. Media Monitoring & Analysis. Writing/Editing of Miscellaneous PR Assets.

Media Training 397

Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Training 397

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JANUARY 9, 2024

Today’s PR pros must not only navigate, research and pitch in an increasingly complex media environment but also track (monitor) and measure the results in a way that resonates with stakeholders. This is especially challenging with the increasingly fragmented media ecosystem, but Burrelles can help !

Pitching 96

Pitching Print Measurement Report 96

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

I was out of school and had several years of experience as an executive assistant, including a stint as the admin for a publicly traded company’s investor and media relations director. I began to tire of the days spent faxing (yes, I’m old) press releases one at a time to manually created lists of media contacts and 9 p.m.

Agency 90

Agency Energy Crisis Management Industry 90

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 17, 2021

I’ve spent the past few weeks breaking down the survey results from the 2021 JOTW Strategic Communications Survey ( overview , challenges and the media relations struggle ). ” Read more: The 2021 Creativity in PR Study by Provoke Media and Now Go Create. Journalists respond to just 3.27% of pitches.

Creativity 96

Creativity Study Ethics Publicity 96

Cision

AUGUST 4, 2016

Today, there are a variety of ways to reach journalists, including email, social media, telephone and more. But if you’re pitching a mediocre story, you won’t find any success – no matter which medium you use. What do you hope to accomplish in your new role as director of media relations at ABB?

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Pitching Energy Media Relations Social Media 0

Newsfile

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

PR professionals balance these media types to maximize brand exposure and credibility: Paid Media : Content promoted through advertising (e.g., Owned Media : Channels controlled by the organization (e.g., Earned Media : Coverage gained organically through media relations (e.g., How Do You Pitch the Media ?

Viral 52

Viral Crisis Communications SEO Reputation 52

Onclusive

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Think of it as a sales pitch with robust data and justification. You may also need to invest in new technology tools such as Onclusive that offer comprehensive media monitoring, power media relations workflows, provide PR measurement and reporting, and automate other tasks and responsibilities.

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Resources Technology Data Tools 195

Onclusive

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

A typical PR agency toolkit can include some or all of the following: Strategic counsel and advice Reputation management Crisis management Media relations, including outreach and pitching Analyst relations (e.g.

Agency 195

Agency Strategy Communications How To 195

Journalistics

FEBRUARY 25, 2013

For many of us, it’s what attracted us to media relations in the first place. It was pure magic the first time I read an article in print that was the result of a story I pitched. 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).

Media Relations 52

Media Relations Media Pitching Writing 52

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Recently I went back through all the write-ups I’ve published on surveys and boiled the results down to these ten. More: 21 Media Relations Insights From 3 Surveys Polling 4,000+ Journalists 5. It could be a way to cut through the clutter since reporters are deluged with pitches. Notice none of them cited a wire service.

Survey 95

Survey Industry Leadership Study 95

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

PR practitioners use a variety of methods to get their message out, including press releases, media relations, social media, and more. What are some examples of public relations? Media relations: This involves building relationships with journalists and getting media coverage for an organization or individual.

Interviews 99

Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 99

Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 19, 2021

I am also responsible for writing and leading the “Daily Money” newsletter – our M-F roundup of the day’s personal finance, business and tech news. In 2018, I co-authored a project on the nation’s pedestrian safety crisis. What advice do you have for PR people that want to pitch you? What story or stories are you most proud of?

Report 84

Report Meeting Automotive Media 84

Cision

JANUARY 19, 2017

Today, media is fragmented and competitive. To make your voice heard, use strategic, targeted pitching techniques and broadcast authentic stories that will resonate with your audience. Many PR professionals are still focused on producing and sending out media releases to journalists in bulk. How has social media transformed PR?

Social Media 120

Social Media Newspapers Pitching Reputation 120

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 21, 2021

I believe when people write predictions, they aren’t just saying what they think will happen but revealing a reflection of sorts. As anyone with even a slightly popular blog knows, ‘guest post pitching’ has gotten out of hand. Michelle Garrett , Public Relations Consultant/Writer, Garrett Public Relations .

Marketing 214

Marketing Content Marketing Social Media Employee 214

Cision

OCTOBER 20, 2016

In this interview, Steve discusses what he learned from working in television news, the skills needed for successful media relations and how to improve your pitching strategy. What are some of your tips for improving media relations? Recognize that media relations is an art and a science.

Television 120

Television Public Affairs Pitching Healthcare 120

Cision

DECEMBER 22, 2016

When you are working with different cultures, different languages and different platforms, it’s essential to communicate with the appropriate tone and verbiage for each client and each target audience, whether you are captioning an Instagram post, crafting an email to a journalist, or writing press conference scripts for your client.

Tourism 120

Tourism Travel Conference Crisis 120

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

My hope is that companies will take a step back to consider how focusing on using their unique voice in their PR and marketing efforts will help them stand out from those utilizing generic AI-generated content and pitches. ” ~ Tressa Robbins , Customer Onboarding VP / Content & Social Media Manager, Burrelles 37.

Writing 192

Writing Communications Marketing B2B 192

Solo PR Pro

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

Stu didn’t know much about PR, but had a vague understanding of media relations, having been on the receiving end of pitches during his time producing talk shows. Figuring he could brand himself as a media and broadcast expert with keen writing skills, he hoped someone would take a chance on him.

Meeting 131

Meeting Radio Sports Telecommunications 131

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 3, 2016

1) Even in Crisis, Focus on the Right Audience. Don’t forget your target audience,” writes Owen Walker in an opinion piece for PRWeek titled What corporate PRs can learn from activist investors. 3) Pitching? Most reporters believe PR pitches are “at least ‘slightly valuable’” according to Lillian Podlog of Fractl.

Pitching 62

Pitching Crisis Policies Corporate 62

Cision

MAY 4, 2016

Before you pitch a journalist, you must think about how your story adds value for your audience. 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.

Newspapers 120

Newspapers Journalism Pitching Report 120

Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

I’ve also been looking at the human element of the health crisis. I broke the story of the first COVID-related deaths in auto plants in March, and followed that up in June with a piece that detailed these losses from the perspectives of their families and friends. What advice do you have for PR people that want to pitch you?

Automotive 92

Automotive Meeting Report Media 92

Sword and the Script

MAY 12, 2020

Better organize your announcements and media contacts, make the “news” easy to find and stick to business etiquette; pro PR tips About a year ago I started writing a monthly summary of PR technology news. Make sure your media contacts easy to find. Make your media contacts easy to find.

Company 99

Company Survey Pitching Report 99

Critical Mention

MAY 12, 2021

Not only is paywalled content an issue for the many communications professionals trying to track their earned media, it is also a roadblock for PR pros trying to send pitches to authors at top tier outlets. Get a closer look at the most robust media monitoring and intelligence platform in the industry by scheduling a free, custom demo.

Radio 174

Radio Sports Journalism Analytics 174

Bianchi Biz Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Please provide your job title and media outlet(s), as well as a brief description of your duties: Automotive Reporter, Detroit Free Press. I also write about mobility and transportation topics, including pedestrian safety. If a story topic interests me, I expect I will report and write a better story.

Automotive 56

Automotive Report Meeting Transportation 56

Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2022

In my role today, the most fun stories I get to write come from test-driving trucks. What advice do you have for PR people that want to pitch you? Editors are busy and flooded with emails and PR pitches all the time. And, please, keep it relevant and know who you are pitching to. Stick to the keep-it-simple principle.

Meeting 59

Meeting Automotive Transportation Newspapers 59

Flatiron Communications

APRIL 8, 2020

This is the opening line for far too many PR story “pitch” letters emailed to journalists. He writes: At first glance, Ms. I remember in the aftermath of 9/11, I was asked by more than a few reporters whether it’s OK to recommence story-pitching to journalists. To call it a cliche would be to state the obvious.

Pitching 41

Pitching Fashion Travel Crisis 41

5W PR

APRIL 13, 2020

There’s no need to be employed by a publication to be able to write a byline article or even a contributed piece for that publication. If the information isn’t relevant, it’s only going to be ignored or overlooked, which is not the point of a public relations strategy. Publishing the Byline.

Trade Shows 88

Trade Shows Policies Writing Strategy 88

Sword and the Script

MAY 29, 2018

Of the 155 respondents, more than 120 took the time to write in answers this post is designed to share some of them that stood out. 9) “That reporters don’t write corporate profiles, they cover NEWS.”. Also see these related posts: Is Media Relations Getting Harder? 20) “We do not control the message.”.

Corporate 74

Corporate Communications Survey Employee 74

MaccaPR

MAY 23, 2016

Leveraging publishers (bloggers, freelance medical writers) to write or disseminate content can help companies introduce public health campaigns and engage target audiences with your messages. Relying on Traditional Media Relations Tactics. Communicating During a Crisis. Engage Publishers as Opinion Leaders.

Conference 80

Conference Healthcare Marketing Crisis 80

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

It will stop considering unsolicited pitches from the public in favor of invitation-only contributions. Rather than sifting through an inbox of thousands of pitches looking for the diamond in the rough, our contributor network is going to go invite-only.”. See these related posts: Marketing Strategy: The Looming Knowledge Crisis.

Leadership 60

Leadership B2B Pitching Technology 60

Beyond PR

JUNE 14, 2018

I realized that the client’s view of what PR was only related to what you do when you’ve got an announcement — or a crisis.” The report showed writing skills topped the list at 89 percent, for instance, while the more generic “media relations” was cited by only 63 percent. About Shane Schick.

Pitching 45

Pitching Content Marketing Ethics Course 45

Sword and the Script

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

How can you tell if your media relations efforts are having an impact? This is because media relations is getting harder (68% of PR pros say so), and both owned media and paid media play a critical role in breaking through the clutter. click any image for higher resolution). 1) What is Cision Impact?

Publicity 90

Publicity Media Advertising Advertising 90

Mindful Marketing

FEBRUARY 15, 2017

HARO , Profnet and JournoRequest allow you to see what stories reporters are currently writing and need sources for, and respond to them with a pitch. So if you’re just starting out and want someone to secure media coverage and maybe a couple of awards, then a consultant is a good option. Crisis communications?

Agency 50

Agency Crisis Communications Measurement Analytics 50

Solo PR Pro

OCTOBER 18, 2022

A big misconception about public relations is that the only thing PR pros do is media relations. Here's how the Public Relations Society of America defines public relations : “Public relations is a strategic communication process that builds mutually beneficial relationships between organizations and their publics.”.

Media Relations 97

Media Relations Media Social Media Internal 97

Waxing UnLyrical

JULY 3, 2013

The entrepreneur has to conceive, pitch, and close while keeping the train on track. But when it comes to marketing as individuals—personal branding— I see the root of the problem we see with start-ups: generic pitches. Believe me: saying I specialize in writing doesn’t hurt me one bit.

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Marketing SEO Writing Engineering 100