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How Has the Pandemic Changed Journalism? I Asked a New York Times Reporter

PRSay

The remote nature of O’Connor’s job means that he and others are approaching journalism in different ways. For instance, one of his favorite ways of generating sources was to have a “deskside meeting” with people, talking casually over coffee rather than doing a formal interview. Now, that dynamic has completely changed.

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When a Client Turns Down That Juicy Media Interview…

Rock the Status Quo

We’re pitching editorial sources to fit THEIR needs, not gifting them with the fabulous opportunity of a lifetime interview with the reporter being eternally grateful for the favor. After all, media relationships are a major part of the value we bring, no matter how many clients come and go. It was very disappointing!

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PR Rock Stars: Life Time’s Dan DeBaun

Communications Conversations

But, as you’ll quickly see in this short interview, Dan is a whole lot more. And, he may be the first (and only) journalist to interview cats on TV! Let’s go back to the beginning–how did you get your start in the media world? I really appreciated my time in radio and print journalism. Why Life Time?

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Meet the Media: Hannah Lutz, Reporter at Automotive News

Bianchi Biz Blog

I never thought I’d write about mayflies or interview an entomologist (an insect scientist) as an auto reporter! My colleague, Pete Bigelow, and I interviewed about three dozen people who were involved with the EV1 and told the story in their words. How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started?

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How a PR Agency Can Help Maximize Exposure During Your Funding Announcement

Konnect Agency

This niche outreach allows the opportunity to not only share your current funding round but secure future business through these industry publications, as seen in VC News Daily , PE Hub , and Wall Street Journal Pro PE. Set-Up For Long-Term Success.

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Pitching Multiple Media Outlets

PR for Anyone

Many people feel they have one story and that one story might not fit in every media outlet. I just interviewed someone on my PR Champions show and he summed it up so visually. Here are 5 stories you could pitch to various media publications, all highlighting your expertise but tailored to the unique media outlet.

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How to Maintain Relationships With Journalists During the Pandemic

PRSay

But it’s the new reality as the journalism industry is sending reporters, producers, anchors and editors home to report on the COVID-19 pandemic in real-time. Now, more than ever, journalists are relying on every type of video chat technology to get interviews, including Skype, FaceTime, Google Meet, Zoom and more.

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