Cision

MAY 11, 2016

If you aren’t passionate about the product or service you’re pitching, journalists will see right through your pitch. In this interview, Brenda shares what she learned from appearing on a reality television show, why you need to work in an environment that motivates you and what skills communication professionals need to be successful.

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Television Travel Tourism Pitching 120

5W PR

AUGUST 27, 2020

Delivering stores to radio, television, and online audiences through live coverage, SMT has become an important public relations strategy that helps an audience to have a behind-the-scenes understanding of a brand. Brief tweets, media alerts, and phone pitches should do the job of convincing the editorial decision-makers.

Media 68

Media Travel Radio Interviews 68

Cision

AUGUST 16, 2016

Erik Wheater, account executive at Burns360, details his transition from a five-year career in television news to the PR agency life. He reveals how his background in journalism has shaped his view of the industry, his growing appreciation for PR professionals and gives insight into how journalists in the TV industry truly want to be pitched.

Television 120

Television Pitching Journalism Interviews 120

Deirdre Breakenridge

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

Whether it’s a podcast, presentation, press conference, event, radio or television interview; vocal abilities matter in PR – though not many of us were born with a sonorous NPR-ready sound. She has traveled extensively throughout the Asian Pacific, Australia and the U.S. performing and making presentations on behalf of the U.S.

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Engineering System Hotels Television 383

Doctor Spin

MARCH 1, 2024

Newspapers, magazines, television stations, and online media companies may have entry-level positions in their PR or communications departments. Travel- and hospitality industry. Corporate communications teams. Large corporations and businesses typically have dedicated communications departments that offer entry-level PR roles.

Publicity 52

Publicity Public Affairs eBook Nonprofit 52

Cision

MAY 12, 2017

I spend a lot of time researching a reporter’s coverage before making an introduction or pitching them. If I won the lottery, I would… travel the world and come up with a comprehensive financial plan so I don’t lose it all at once (working with financial advisers has taught me something!). I laugh most at… Portlandia.

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Financial Television Leadership Travel 180

PR for Anyone

JULY 14, 2022

Now is the best time to pitch the media, especially television. August is the slowest news time as so many people are traveling and don’t want to forego their vacation for a media appearance. Pitches are much lower this time of year so it’s a great opportunity for you to start pitching. and read.

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Pitching Television Media YouTube 130

Landis PR

APRIL 4, 2022

Here’s the pitch: In 2019, Landis Communications Inc. As the anticipation of the Royal Baby Birth reached a fever pitch, LCI worked closely with hospital staff to promote CPMC’s own “royal babies” the day the news broke. Patrick’s Day which received coverage in key food, beverage and travel outlets. The technique is newsjacking.

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Case Study Television Video Travel 52

Cision

MARCH 31, 2017

This past December, CBS Television Distribution named Sharon Hoffman to the role of Executive Producer of Entertainment Tonight and the Insider. I think social has forced people who message for a living to raise their game, too — to be smarter about their pitches and more authentic in their language. Basketball. Participate in?

Television 120

Television Social Media Sports Travel 120

Bianchi Biz Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

We create content— written, social and video— about all things automotive through the lens of how women live their lives in cars: Reviews, news, technology, maintenance, travel, family, car gear, style, and stories about the people, especially women, who engineer, design, build and sell cars.

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Meeting Automotive Media Journalism 74

PR for Anyone

JULY 28, 2021

Lucky me to be able to interview a 15+ year media pro in the magazine and television editorial space. Jenn Chan is a rockstar beauty and fashion editor and on-air host and she sat down with me to talk about all things pitching the media! Safe to assume she’s been pitched a time or two of her career. PR FOR ANYONE.

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Pitching Fashion Media Interviews 130

Beyond PR

JANUARY 9, 2017

PR includes the creation and distribution of information, primarily in the form of stories, published or broadcast by mass media such as newspapers, magazines, television, blogs, podcast and radio. She enjoys French Fries, traveling, volunteering and the art of communications and public relations. “No” is sometimes good.

Nonprofit 40

Nonprofit Television Radio Newspapers 40

PR for Anyone

MARCH 21, 2020

From imports to supply chain to product distribution to service industries (travel, hospitality, legal, financial, etc.) Kate Rogers of MSNBC posted a tweet that said: Finding the amount of PR pitches coming in that are not related to the stock market, economy, Covid-19, etc. You have expertise in a subject matter. really shocking.

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Real Estate Skype Radio Pitching 290

Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2020

We went from pitching and coordinating on-site, face-to-face interviews and media meetings at key industry conferences, shows and events to attending these conferences, shows and industry events virtually with very limited (and somewhat unfulfilling) online media interaction.

Media Relations 75

Media Relations B2B Media Conference 75

Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 21, 2021

Some of the most fun I’ve had as a reporter has involved traveling to Washington, D.C. Reading a book, catching up on television shows, cooking, keeping up to date on the news, going for long walks, hanging out with my cats, or exploring the sights of Detroit. What advice do you have for PR people that want to pitch you?

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Meeting Report Automotive Real Estate 95

Communications Conversations

JULY 18, 2019

Traveling to cities like New York and Toronto to preview productions like Show Boat and Victor, Victoria was truly a thrill. Entry-level PR practitioners, PR students or PR professionals who have focused on areas other than television pitching will find content that’s insightful, relevant and really oriented toward TV pitching results.

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Local Course Community Interviews 94

Beyond PR

JULY 26, 2016

When you open up your earned media strategy, you’ll find a mix of print, television, radio, digital and other channels. When deciding whether a virtual media tour is a smart option for your brand, Risa encourages communicators to consider the following benefits: Satellite media tours save on travel and time.

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Strategy Media Radio How To 40

Beyond PR

AUGUST 23, 2016

Holiday travel, entertaining, shopping – things that a majority of Americans are participating in.”. In addition to pitching TV and radio producers, adding blogs and websites to your SMT schedule is a great idea and an effective way to hyper-target your target audience. Timing is everything!

Marketing 40

Marketing Media Radio Local 40

Beyond PR

MAY 17, 2018

It was an exciting time for him, especially for a broadcast major who didn’t want to work in television, but it was somewhat of a lonely existence. “It The founder of Moneywehave.com, a personal finance and travel site, simply doesn’t have the time or the resources to shoot video or create infographics himself.

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Infographics Print Video Real Estate 54

Bad Pitch Blog

APRIL 2, 2006

PR People Unite and let''s stop pitches like this from a) coming to reporters and b) immediately being forwarded to us with Can you believe someone did this, Richard?" Entertainment Television, The Learning Channel and The Weather Channel. So, folks, meet my Bad Pitch of the month, so far. No commenting. as the subject.

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Television Advertising Advertising Corporate 40

ZudePR

JUNE 6, 2016

As an editor, I commiserate with other journalists and editors by getting too many spammy pitches and follow-up messages. According to Nielsen, the average American spends 158 hours each month watching television(!!). On practical steps/habits) To be maximally concentrated I travel. That's 1,896 hours per year.

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Writing Social Media SEO Blogging 114

Communications Conversations

MAY 13, 2015

Fueled by his love of travel, Michael applied for and earned a brand ambassador internship in Dublin, Ireland, with Insomnia Coffee Company, which he plans to start shortly after graduating this May. Read up on clients, write incredible releases and pitches and communicate with ease. Nominated by Marlene Neill, Baylor University.

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