PRSay

JULY 3, 2024

The phrase “did not respond to a request for comment” is appearing more often in news articles, Columbia Journalism Review reports. “I Photo credit: stokkete The post Silence Speaks Volumes: Surge in Nonresponses Signals Shift in Media Relations first appeared on PRsay. You can read the full article at this link.

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Sword and the Script

JUNE 13, 2023

A survey of 3,000+ finds 75% of journalists say the top action any PR person can take is to understand a reporter’s target audience and what they find relevant; journalism statistics show reporters worry about accuracy, credibility and keeping pace amid more work and fewer resources Most PR professionals say media relations is getting harder.

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PRSay

OCTOBER 4, 2021

With PRSA’s Media Relations Certificate Program , senior-level PR and communication professionals will learn to develop media relations campaigns that evoke emotion, inspire change and position organizations as market leaders. When developing media campaigns, what common mistakes do organizations make?

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Sword and the Script

MAY 19, 2020

Most PR professionals seem to agree that media relations just gets harder every year. In 2018, 51% of respondents said media relations is getting harder, according to the annual JOTW Communications Survey, that I’ve partnered with Ned Lundquist and Ned’s Job of the Week newsletter to field.

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Onclusive

OCTOBER 29, 2014

Industry Insights & Trends future of PR journalism media media relations PR PR measurement public relations Wendy Marx' When a writer for Fast Company agrees to write a “first dibs” article for your company blog, it is all at once flattering (OMG! She’s gonna do that for lil’ ol’ us??),

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Agility PR Solutions

JANUARY 20, 2025

The evolution of journalismfueled by new technologies, the rise of influencer culture, and a shift in how audiences consume contenthas significantly altered how PR professionals should approach media pitching.

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Cision

AUGUST 31, 2016

Journalism and PR have changed over the past several years. The old way of pitching journalists via email or even snail mail is slowly being replaced by social media. Start paying attention to journalists on social networks and rope it into your pitch strategy to connect to social-savvy media contacts.

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PRSay

AUGUST 17, 2020

In 2020, there are fewer media outlets than ever and seemingly higher standards for stories, so it isn’t a secret that getting media coverage was already becoming more difficult before the pandemic. The short answer is: You ask journalists.

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Ishmael's Corner

AUGUST 12, 2020

No company in business history has played the scarcity card in media relations with the deftness of Apple. The post Playing the Scarcity Card in Media Relations appeared first on Ishmael's Corner ~ Storytelling Techniques For Business Communications.

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Sword and the Script

JULY 9, 2024

Below I’ve identified a few journalism statistics that give such perspective – along with some suggestions for taking action. >>> Sword and the Script Media can help with B2B marketing, PR and social media. Sword and the Script Media can help with B2B marketing, PR and social media.

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PRSay

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

“So I’m looking for other stories at the moment that are non-coronavirus related, as well as pursuing my usual coronavirus stories.”. The remote nature of O’Connor’s job means that he and others are approaching journalism in different ways. Journalists are gathering information in new ways.

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Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

Three-quarters (75%) of public relations professionals say media relations is getting harder, according to the 2020 JOTW Communications Survey. We added two dedicated questions to the JOTW survey this year to see what communications professionals charged with media relations had to say. >>>

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PRSay

JUNE 7, 2023

The intersection of journalism and AI is the most important media issue of our time. That’s why Bospar sponsored a San Francisco Press Club panel covering the impact of AI in the newsroom, titled “AI + Journalism=?” Each panelist offered perspective on the intersection of AI and journalism. You can stop reading there.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

JANUARY 13, 2020

.” By way of contest background, After reading my latest book, “ Answers for Modern Communicators ,” Professor Jennie Donohue tasked her Introduction to Public Relations class with creating a short educational video sharing tips and insights based on one of three communication practices. Nicole Morin, UMASS at Amherst Student.

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Deirdre Breakenridge

JANUARY 6, 2020

Wei’s academic studies are in journalism, consumer technology, and resource economics; he is passionate about the intersections of the fields. We selected two winners. Winner #1 is (drumroll please) … Wei Cai, who is an undergraduate at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Winner #2 will be announced next week.

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PRSay

DECEMBER 3, 2021

In Greentarget’s “ Fake News 2021 ” report, 84 percent of journalists surveyed agreed that “fake news” — which we define as false information spread unwittingly (misinformation) or intentionally (disinformation) — is a factor that is delegitimizing traditional journalism and news sources. Photo credit: giodilo ].

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Deirdre Breakenridge

APRIL 23, 2019

I selected this topic because I am a Journalism major with five internships under my belt. Media relations interests me because of the relationships I have personally had with public relations professionals. I was intrigued as I sat in class and learned about what happens on the other side of these interactions.

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Business Wire

JULY 16, 2021

Insights and takeaways featured industry experts, a deep dive into how the pandemic affected the journalism industry, and tips on enhancing your press releases. The reader experience dominated our popular blog posts for the second quarter of 2021. Business Wire’s top 10 most widely read and shared blog posts for Q2 2021 are featured here.

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Cision

APRIL 14, 2015

Since the start of public relations, media placements have been the holy grail of PR success. However, with shrinking newsrooms and journalists being bombarded with pitches, how does a media relations campaign stand a chance in this new age? The Media Won’t Cover You if They Don’t Know You. Measure What Matters.

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Agility PR Solutions

MARCH 18, 2019

The answer comes back, “A feature article in the Wall Street Journal” […]. The post So your client wants to be in The Wall Street Journal… appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

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Sword and the Script

MAY 16, 2020

Of all the media relations insights the best one is this: be relevant. The vast majority of media relations hinges on relevancy. The UML is an occasion roundup of three related ideas that have been vetted, wrapped in insight, and presented here for your perusal. >>>

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Sword and the Script

MAY 11, 2019

1) Earned media is sales enablement. A tech PR firm recently published a study that showed promising effects media relations can have on the sales cycle for B2B marketing organizations. Full report: The Role of Media Relations in the Sales Cycle by ARPR (reg. Paid Social: Cliff Notes to 3 Social Media Studies.

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Landis PR

MARCH 4, 2024

By the Landis Team Photo courtesy of Pixabay Practical implementation of a media relations program is an art, not a science. After all, earned media isn’t transactional. Here are the top 5 benefits of a great media relations program: Credibility Third party endorsement is much more valuable than an organization’s own boasts.

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HMA Public Relations

APRIL 25, 2024

The newly released State of Journalism 2024 report from Muck Rack provides a comprehensive look at today's media landscape. Justin Liggin shares key trends and statistics on media pitching, AI, the value of PR, and more in a new blog post.

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Cision

OCTOBER 6, 2016

Although some PR professionals have seized the opportunity to evolve their public relations strategies, far too many have stayed complacent, keeping their heads down and focusing on media relations and other traditional tactics that have served them well throughout the years. Earned Media.

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Cision

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

With the advent of digital journalism, it is journalists who find their objectivity scrutinized more often than before. The Cision 2017 Global Social Journalism Study provides some fascinating insights into how journalists view PR professionals and the PR profession. These users tend not to be involved in digital media.

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Journalism Social Media Study Comparison 258

Cision

AUGUST 23, 2016

A few years ago you probably could have gotten away with not using social media to listen to and interact with journalists and influencers; however, because it’s now so embedded in the news media’s everyday life, you risk missing out on coverage opportunities. That’s an increase from 2013 when 41 percent of respondents felt this way.

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Journalism Social Media Study Media 120

Sword and the Script

JUNE 9, 2020

75% of PR and comms pros say media relations is getting harder – up 25% over three years; here are some practical techniques for adapting A majority of public relations and communications professionals say media relations keeps getting harder. Media relations isn’t sales. Nevertheless, here we are.

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PRSay

DECEMBER 7, 2023

As the journalism profession faces threats from artificial intelligence, misinformation and the collapse of business models that support journalism, the next generation of journalists nonetheless feels optimistic and wants to bring truth, justice and integrity to their work, a new survey suggests.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 9, 2022

When it comes to media, do you have a ‘wish list’?” Naturally, the initial response may be a preference for splashy stories in top-tier outlets like The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, New York Times, or Fortune. And we agree that nothing is quite as rewarding as securing that one BIG media placement. .

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Agility PR Solutions

JULY 2, 2019

We have all observed the dramatic shift that the journalism industry has undergone over the past decade. The traditional media companies which have historically employed the majority of reporters and editorial contributors are grappling with a combination of existential threats.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

I am the editor, publisher, and writer at Green Car Journal and GreenCarJournal.com. Honestly, there are plenty of stories I’m proud of, but what stands out now is my piece in the current issue of Green Car Journal , “Caution Signs Ahead for Electric Vehicles.” How long have you been in journalism and how did you get started?

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Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Interested in the trends and issues that media relations practitioners are facing today? The we encourage you to check out the recently published study “ Managing the Media: Corporate Media Relations Officers and the Evolving Media Landscape.” Interesting right?

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Media Relations Automotive Media Survey 93

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. Data Journalism. If you oversee a team of PR strategists, simply give them a hug. Relationship building takes time.

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Sword and the Script

MARCH 10, 2019

Media Relations is Hard and Getting Harder. A majority (68%) of PR professionals say media relations is getting harder or much harder. This is up 17% from last year where 51% said media relations was getting harder. It’s harder to know who is media and who isn’t.

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Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Do you have the relationships to get us into top-tier publications like The Wall Street Journal and the Financial Times ? The question prospective clients and employers need to ask is: how do you earn coverage when you dont have a relationship with a journalist?

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PRSay

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

While the PR and communications profession has continued to grow, many media companies keep cutting their workforces. Through the years, the PR and comms fields have been attractive landing spots for journalists with their writing and storytelling skills and media prowess. How was your transition into public relations?

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