ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 3, 2021

Being an intern at a top New York PR agency has exposed me to many things I hadn’t experienced before. I was a journalism major in college and had dreams of reporting before I shifted to PR, so I know all about wanting to get that big scoop. Guest post by Crenshaw Communications intern, Jordan Farbowitz . Exclusive” .

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 27, 2021

But my PR agency job has got me thinking back to what I learned about the industry when I first took a college course about it. I feel like I should have known more about it, since generating earned media coverage remains an essential goal for most PR agencies. What did I learn then, and how similar is my current experience to it?

Conference 368

Conference Pitching Writing Agency 368

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 10, 2020

Traditionally at Crenshaw Communications , our offices would be filled with recent PR grads eager to learn about life at an agency and the ins and outs of the public relations business. But just because a new graduate isn’t working in an agency doesn’t mean they can’t learn about PR and start to plan a career.

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Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

It’s not uncommon for specialized agencies to be hired on a project basis to help with specific repositioning or market research. The PR pro may train spokespeople themselves or hire an outside agency or consultant to lead a one-time session. Managing PR Agencies. Data Journalism. Internal Communications.

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Training Media Training Crisis Communications Reputation 370

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 24, 2022

Published late last year in the journal Climatic Change, it studied the cozy relationship between Big PR and Big Oil. ” Co-author Robert Brulle has fiercely criticized fossil-fuel companies for “efforts to greenwash their reputations and shift public opinion” and wants to shine a light on the role of PR agencies.

Policies 309

Policies Creativity Reputation Groups 309

PRSay

AUGUST 17, 2020

Lisa Arledge Powell is president of MediaSource , an award-winning communications agency that specializes in video production, public relations, social media and strategic insights, constantly securing national exposure for major brands. Connect with her on Twitter: @LisaArledge.

Media Relations 158

Media Relations Journalism Media Survey 158

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 24, 2021

There are many skills that are valuable at a B2B (business-to-business) PR agency. Yet at many specialist agencies, some characteristics are more important than others. Since many B2B agencies work in the tech space, they’re also fans of clients’ technology, and sometimes their best critics. They grasp “thought leadership”.

B2B 278

B2B Leadership Survey Data 278

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 27, 2021

Most of us who work at tech PR agencies stay glued to various media to track breaking news and inform reactive pitching to promote visibility for our clients. Trade publications can be just as important as top outlets like The New York Times or Wall Street Journal. They often break news before anyone else. Dark Reading.

Enterprise 296

Enterprise Journalism Trends Resources 296

Agility PR Solutions

OCTOBER 9, 2023

On September 25, a headline in The Wall Street Journal read, “Bosses Say They Want The Truth. How you would answer the question above if it was asked of you could determine your status at public relations agencies—which statistics show is short-lived no matter how you answer it. Do They Mean It?”

Agency 105

Agency Journalism Publicity 105

NRPR Group

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

PRfect Pitch focuses on interviewing media people and event managers who PR agencies pitch regularly on behalf of clients. The post Four Takeaways from PRfect Pitch Interview with Author, Publicist & Journalism Expert, Howard Bloom appeared first on NRPR Group. We also […].

Journalism 98

Journalism Interviews Pitching Groups 98

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 6, 2022

Digital technologies have disrupted both journalism and PR, in ways that often help us work together. Given our regular sticker shock over the cost of newswire distribution, more businesses and PR agencies are moving away from posting announcements on the wire. Wire distribution. But there’s still a place for newswires in our business.

SEO 333

SEO Analysis Meeting Travel 333

PRSay

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

So far in 2024, the Los Angeles Times , The Wall Street Journal , Time magazine, Sports Illustrated and National Geographi c, among other outlets, have all conducted layoffs, while journalists at several Condé Nast publications staged walkouts over proposed job cuts. How was your transition into public relations?

Communications 193

Communications Sports Journalism Fashion 193

Konnect Agency

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

PR Agency Provides Resources to Stand Out in a Record High Investment Year. With this record-breaking increase, PR agencies have pivoted their strategies to reflect the crowded investor market and have created a successful plan to navigate and elevate the partners and brands to maximize exposure. Future B2B Opportunities.

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Agency Financial Media Training Training 98

PRSay

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Beginning her career in journalism with a bachelors degree from Cornell University, Hunter transitioned to public relations by working at Sally Dickson Associates, one of the first women-founded firms in New York City. She later joined her sister Jean Schoonover at the Madison Avenue agency, Dudley-Anderson-Yutzy (D-A-Y).

Ethics 78

Ethics Agency Journalism Leadership 78

Onclusive

DECEMBER 6, 2019

This awards event celebrates the best of the best corporate, agency, nonprofit, and education teams, and the work they produced during the entry period. Tracks like Media & Journalism and Professional Development help savvy marketers to connect with other pros and take advantage of tech. . Dates: March 19, 2020.

Conference 329

Conference Marketing Case Study Measurement 329

5W PR

MAY 10, 2023

5W is very excited to share that we have launched a new digital agency, HOW, which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the 5WPR family. After 20 years of delivering best in class communications and integrated services to clients across the B2B and B2C landscape, the agency is launching HOW as an extension of its existing digital team.

Agency 88

Agency B2C B2B Journalism 88

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 3, 2024

What I hadn’t considered is that something similar is happening to software code, according to this podcast interview between Figma co-founder and CEO Dylan Field and The Wall Street Journal. It recently published a case study with the CCGroup , which is a B2B tech PR agency out of London. They also offer a free trial.

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Software Measurement B2B Training 176

Cision

JULY 25, 2017

For example, if you are in the public relations industry you would be better off having a site like PRWeek to link to you than a small agency blog that’s only been around for a couple of years. Bell holds a degree in journalism from the University of Missouri School of Journalism. So, how can you ensure that happens?

Strategy 257

Strategy How To SEO Engineering 257

Onclusive

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

AirPR sat down with Mika and discussed unique communications strategies, moving from journalism to PR: AirPR: Tell us about TMI and how you help brands and organizations gain visibility and manage reputation. AirPR: You started your career in journalism. Today, Mika runs TMI (The Mas Ink), a boutique PR firm.

Interviews 284

Interviews Radio Small Business Pitching 284

OnePitch

MARCH 11, 2025

Irving Mejia-Hilario is the Agencies/Labor and General Assignment Reporter at Sports Business Journal.

Sports 62

Sports Journalism Agency Report 62

Flack's Revenge

MAY 14, 2019

I’ve found that most just want great results, they’re not trying to milk an agency. PR pro and blogger Frank Strong recently wrote about challenges confronting journalism and the PR profession. I list them below, for each kind of opportunity, and shed light on agency and client roles. Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay.

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Survey Journalism Agency Report 195

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 13, 2021

Crenshaw Communications, a New York-based public relations agency specializing in B2B technology PR, is seeking an Assistant Account Executive (AAE) to join our dynamic B2B technology team. Undergraduate degree or equivalent ideally in the field of PR, Communications, Marketing, Business or Journalism.

B2B 203

B2B Policies Case Study Enterprise 203

5W PR

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

REI’s Co-op Journal exemplifies this approach, mixing product knowledge with genuine outdoor expertise. The Wall Street Journal’s membership model shows how owned media can drive business results. According to WordPress statistics, users produce about 70 million new posts each month – but quality still stands out.

Brand 78

Brand Branding Media Journalism 78

Flack's Revenge

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

If you are interviewing PR agencies, a good question to ask is: “what business are you in?” The reason is that any agency worth its salt knows that press coverage will happen. The second ran in the NY Times : How Facebook is Changing the Way its Users Consume Journalism. What do these trends mean for PR?

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LinkedIn Mobile Facebook Journalism 212

Sword and the Script

APRIL 2, 2019

It found as the Wall Street Journal reported , “Advertisers with in-house agencies increased to 64% of the survey’s respondents from 42% a decade ago, according to the study.” (By So, what does this in-housing trend mean for PR agencies? Big PR agencies do the same thing. The In-House Effects on Law Firms. Sound familiar?

Agency 118

Agency Trends Marketing Survey 118

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 22, 2019

The good news is that the public seems to value the role of journalism, and people are moving to media channels they trust. But many agencies have added capabilities in content marketing, digital content creation, and brand journalism that can amplify earned media or add to its impact through shareable content.

Mobile 244

Mobile SEO Web Journalism 244

5W PR

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Generating media coverage in industry publications, trade journals, and general news outlets allows companies to reach a broader audience and position themselves as thought leaders. The post Why B2B Tech Companies Need Public Relations to Stand Out in a Competitive Market appeared first on Public Relations Blog | 5W PR Agency | PR Firm.

B2B 78

B2B Company Publicity Media Training 78

Sword and the Script

JULY 23, 2024

Generally, what’s bad for journalism is also bad for public relations – at least from a media relations perspective. PR tips from a su rvey of ~1,000 journalists by Muck Rack Muck Rack polls reporters around the world every year for their “State of Journalism Report.” And of course, media layoffs and consolidations.

Pitching 195

Pitching Analysis Report Survey 195

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Once upon a time, many moons ago, I worked at a large PR agency as part of the consumer technology team. PR agency life can be gratifying and exciting, just as it can be fast-paced and stress-inducing. Agencies are usually structured as teams specializing in specific industries, outlets or channels. And that’s okay!

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Agency Energy Crisis Management Industry 89

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

For a fee, any organization can upload their press release to a newswire service that distributes it directly to news organizations, much like the original news agencies like Associated Press fed reports to newspapers in the early days of electronic journalism. Their cost range is well within $300 for the packages offered.

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SEO Print Financial Product Launch 279

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Prior to joining Crenshaw Communications, Patrice worked at Kite Hill PR where she led teams in securing placements in top-tier publications like AdAge, Business Insider, VentureBeat, and The Wall Street Journal. Anna brings over a decade of experience in the B2B PR industry, including leadership roles in agency and SaaS startup environments.

B2B 156

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PRSay

JANUARY 11, 2021

Her résumé also features innovative leadership roles, including as executive vice president and managing director of GM MediaWorks, the stand-alone agency of GM, and as president of Ingenuity Media for the Martin Agency. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from the Ohio State University. I think that’s exciting.

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Energy Journalism Leadership Meeting 183

PRSay

MAY 3, 2019

And in an ideal world, journalism and public relations have a balanced relationship benefitting both parties. As PR jobs increase and journalism employment falls, we need to figure out a way to reinvest in journalism, and fast. It’s imperative that public relations and journalism remain equal and accountable. Nicholas E.

Publicity 148

Publicity Newspapers Journalism Energy 148

PRSay

APRIL 9, 2021

Mackenzie Nestor, an agency pro in Indiana, was reaching out to a Wall Street Journal writer. The Journal reporter responded and respectfully demurred on the suggestions Mackenzie had made but honored her homework by explaining what he did in fact need that week. The results?

Pitching 167

Pitching Travel Journalism Exercises 167

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

Far too many brands delegate, and relegate social strategy development and implementation to their ad agencies, internal marketing departments, even their PR intern, with a mandate to replicate, share, and spread commercial messages. Have you been recommending a change in strategy regarding social media? Be Helpful.

Marketing 244

Marketing Facebook Social Media Community 244

5W PR

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Partnering with a public relations (PR) agency can be a game changer for doctors, and healthcare practices, providing strategic support in managing patient outreach, brand positioning, and media relations. A PR agency can help doctors and healthcare providers communicate preventive tips and best practices for managing cold and flu symptoms.

Agency 78

Agency Pharmaceuticals Healthcare Crisis Management 78