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Writing For Journalism And Writing For PR: How They Differ

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

I was a journalism major, so most of my writing experience in college had a reporting angle. Whether it was through classes, writing for the school newspaper , or my personal blogs, my writing involved reporting facts, interviewing subjects, and taking down their quotes. More specifically, I wanted to be a sportswriter.

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4 trends in journalism and what they mean for the PR industry

Communications Conversations

But, that doesn’t mean journalism is thriving again. From recent reports, reporters still like to communicate via email with PRs, but maybe you sprinkle in a phone call once in a while, or a Zoom call. As a fan of journalism, I’m all for paywalls. Newspapers are struggling. Trust levels remain low.

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Philanthropist Craig Newmark on Ethical Communication

PRSay

In 2016, he founded Craig Newmark Philanthropies, which supports organizations that advocate for trustworthy journalism, voter protection, women in technology, and military veterans and their families. In February 2019, he donated $10 million to Columbia Journalism School, to launch a new center for journalism ethics and security.

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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. Starting on March 12, PRSA is offering the “ Transitioning from Journalism to PR & Comms ” certificate program, a comprehensive offering addressing this evolving landscape. Absolutely!

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Six Tips on Building Positive Relationships With Journalists [Infographic]

Deirdre Breakenridge

I selected this topic because I am a Journalism major with five internships under my belt. When the time came to start my infographic, I felt it would be fitting to educate PR pro’s about how to make their communications with the media positive. Whether it is a newspaper, magazine, television channel, online publication, etc.,

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In Praise of Trade PR For B2B Companies

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

Businesses looking to kickstart a PR campaign may shoot for stories in publications like The Wall Street Journal or New York Times. Of course, it’s still possible to be published on the opinion page of a prestigious national newspaper, but the topic must have broad national or international relevance. Others require membership fees.

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How Communicators Can Help Their Clients Navigate Misinformation and Biased News

PRSay

The traditional notion of “bad press” is negative coverage in a reputable journalism outlet that exposes legitimate complaints about a company — for example, coverage of a shareholder lawsuit, or a scandal about workplace conditions in a local or national newspaper. Understanding earned but unwanted media.