PRSay

AUGUST 11, 2021

In the PR strategies toolbox, the practice of media relations gives PR practitioners an opportunity to distinguish themselves while also giving their organizations an edge over the competition. As earned media, stories placed through media relations efforts are cost-effective. Op-Eds remain the gold standard.

Media Relations 197

Media Relations Trends Media Newspapers 197

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 17, 2020

As a PR pro , you are constantly communicating with reporters, whether it be pitching, coordinating interviews, or interacting on social media. Here are several questions a PR professional should never ask a reporter. . Here are several questions a PR professional should never ask a reporter. . Your job is done, right?

Report 310

Report Interviews Pitching Course 310

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?

Media Relations 203

Media Relations Media Pitching Case Study 203

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. 25 with UCLA Executive Director of Communications Judy Fortin and New York Times reporter Anahad O’Connor. Use compassion.

Media Relations 158

Media Relations Journalism Media Survey 158

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.

Twitter 206

Twitter Media Relations Media Survey 206

Sword and the Script

JULY 23, 2024

Three reports, including behavioral data from 400,000 pitches and two surveys of thousands of reporters, offer a bunch of pragmatic PR tips for pitching the media Anyone who works in PR and does media relations knows it’s harder than ever to earn coverage. And of course, media layoffs and consolidations.

Pitching 195

Pitching Analysis Report Survey 195

Deirdre Breakenridge

APRIL 23, 2019

For the PR Expanded Infographic contest, I chose to offer insight on how to build and preserve successful relationships with reporters. I selected this topic because I am a Journalism major with five internships under my belt. I took notes as I read the book and made a list of the advice for working with reporters.

Infographics 299

Infographics Journalism Television Education 299

PRSay

MAY 4, 2020

Cision recently released its annual State of the Media Report , which uncovers the latest trends and challenges facing the media industry, and how PR professionals can work with their journalist counterparts better. A high bar for anything related to COVID-19. If it’s not accurate it’s not journalism.”.

Report 206

Report Media Pitching Trends 206

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

52% of PR pros say embargoes are still useful but one in five disagrees; 64% of comms pros still find value in offering reporters exclusives. Three-quarters (75%) of public relations professionals say media relations is getting harder, according to the 2020 JOTW Communications Survey. Give our services a try.

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Media Relations Survey Media Report 169

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.

Media Relations 192

Media Relations Media Storytelling Communications 192

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.

Journalism 158

Journalism Public Affairs Ethics Technology 158

Sword and the Script

JULY 27, 2021

Where some see diminishing value in media relations others see opportunity; the best way to improve results is to use a combination of pitching, content and social media. The media relations struggle is real. Perhaps invest in people, research or tools to help facilitate media relations.

Media Relations 176

Media Relations Media Pitching Survey 176

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 ? It is possible for PR pros to build relationships with reporters, journalists and influencers. We dont want a media where reporters take stories solely on that basis. And thats how it ought to be too!

Financial 147

Financial Report Pitching Journalism 147

PRSay

DECEMBER 3, 2021

The Fourth Estate’s reputation was bruised after the 2016 presidential election, amid accusations of biased reporting. Even as public faith in the news media has fallen, falsehoods continue to spread across social media and the internet, perhaps giving reporters an opportunity to reclaim trust.

Journalism 158

Journalism Survey Ethics Report 158

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. . Assess your audience.

Media 310

Media Retail B2B Journalism 310

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. Owned Media/Content Strategy. Reporting on established metrics isn’t enough today. Data Journalism.

Media Training 397

Media Training Crisis Communications Conference Corporate 397

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.

Journalism 189

Journalism Real Estate Survey Report 189

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.

Media Relations 120

Media Relations Media Pitching Journalism 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 3, 2021

A major goal of good PR is helping your client get more exposure in the media, and that means talking to reporters. 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. That means we send it out to all relevant reporters and producers.

Journalism 344

Journalism Internal International Pitching 344

Agility PR Solutions

MAY 27, 2019

The cry that “the media is dying” has been echoing for years now, but the latest data from the Labor Department (as recently reported by Bloomberg) is especially dire. The post PR and journalism—we’re in this together appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

Journalism 140

Journalism Data Report Media 140

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.

Journalism 111

Journalism Trends Pitching Report 111

PRSay

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Media relations hinges on the relationships that we create and maintain with the press. After being a professional journalist for more than four years, I recently left the field to pursue a career in public relations. Having worked both sides of the desk has given me a better understanding of what reporters want and need.

Report 174

Report Local Media Pitching 174

Axia PR

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

In this episode, Greg Galant, CEO and co-founder of Muck Rack, joins host Jason Mudd to discuss the origin of Muck Rack, the current state of journalism and PR reports, best practices for pitching media, and what journalists need from PR professionals.

Journalism 116

Journalism Report Pitching Technology 116

Sword and the Script

MAY 11, 2019

A tech PR firm recently published a study that showed promising effects media relations can have on the sales cycle for B2B marketing organizations. Atlanta-based ARPR compiled a combination of web analytics and survey data – from 115 tech sales professionals – to produce the report. I love this idea.

Study 161

Study Media Relations Media B2B 161

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.

Media Relations 107

Media Relations Media SEO Newspapers 107

Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Is media relations dead? In fact, a recent article in the BusinessWire Blog called Media Outlet Availability on PR Efforts , by Christopher S. Penn, Chief Data Scientist with TrustInsights.ai, cites some revealing statistics about the shrinking number of media outlets and the challenge for PR and media relations.

Media Relations 101

Media Relations Automotive Media Newspapers 101

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.

Journalism 258

Journalism Social Media Study Comparison 258

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. Here are a few representative comments: “Media are stretched very thin.

Media Relations 124

Media Relations Media Survey Pitching 124

PRSay

MARCH 21, 2022

Companies are improving the way they share information, even as the credibility of CEOs and PR representatives has fallen, according to MuckRack’s 2022 “ The State of Journalism ” report. Reporters who agreed said companies are not tech-savvy and/or don’t validate their information.

Report 138

Report Survey Pitching Journalism 138

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?

Communications 193

Communications Sports Journalism Fashion 193

Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Earned Media & Media Relations. In the old days, sending out press releases and then managing a Rolodex of media contacts could help PR pros to land earned media. Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix.

Training 370

Training Media Training Crisis Communications Reputation 370

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.

Journalism 116

Journalism Print Report Industry 116

Cision

JULY 25, 2017

” That’s a pretty bold statement considering that Google has more than 200 reported ranking factors. Getting Started with Earned Media is Simple. But the earned media approach doesn’t have to consist entirely of the traditional, time-consuming earned media coverage process.

Strategy 257

Strategy How To SEO Engineering 257

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 11, 2018

To maximize the impact of earned coverage, the media relations pro must master the pitch, the interview, and the promotion of the story. What happens after the reporter says yes? If a reporter ends up postponing the interview, take it in stride, but do your best to ensure that the client won’t. Nail it down, fast.

Report 136

Report Interviews Pitching Construction 136

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 14, 2019

Most PR professionals say media relations is getting harder or much harder, according to the 2019 JOTW Communications Survey. This is up 17% from last year where 51% said media relations was getting harder. Study the media. 1) How reporters view social media, embargoes and exclusives.

Survey 87

Survey Media Relations Report Media 87

Flack's Revenge

OCTOBER 3, 2018

With fewer reporters covering more beats, our pitches are increasingly easy to ignore amidst a sea of social chatter and other competing noise. This makes it harder to earn coverage, as Frank Strong pointed out in his post This is How the Sorry State of Media Relations Ends. A new Era of Media Relations.

Media Relations 24

Media Relations Media Pitching Content Marketing 24

Agility PR Solutions

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

As journalists look for better ways to report in the COVID age, new research from PR and financial communications and marketing firm Prosek Partners offers insights on how business reporters find and work with sources as the impact of the pandemic continues to limit in-person interactions between journalists and spokespersons.

Journalism 94

Journalism Report Financial Survey 94