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.

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Pitching Analysis Report Survey 195

PRSay

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

What do journalists hate most about pitches and releases? Here are three ways to write audience-focused messages — whether it’s for media relations, marketing materials, internal comms, or other audiences or channels: Put the audience first. Information that’s not relevant to their audience, according to Greentarget.

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Report Writing Engineering Study 152

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

Tying media relations activities to key calendar milestones is a time-honored PR tactic, because it works. From Labor Day to New Year’s Eve, fall holidays probably offer the best occasions for media coverage, but the approach needs to be relevant, respectful, and creative. Dos and don’ts for holiday media pitching.

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Media Relations Media Pitching Data-Driven PR 157

Prowly

DECEMBER 11, 2024

What you'll learn How to hyper-target journalists and audiences What it means to thoroughly research your story How to get more engagement from each pitch TRY MEDIA DATABASE FOR FREE Background Surviving as a media outlet in todays fast-paced, fragmented media world filled with newsertainment is easier said than done.

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Cision

JANUARY 17, 2018

Part of making that product, of course, comes not only through brainstorming in editorial meetings but working constructively with PR professionals who bring them interesting story ideas with their audiences in mind. Developing just the right pitch has never been easy, however. S/he is reading 100 PR pitches a day.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 30, 2021

This is because you not only know what stories they will cover instantly when a story breaks, but how they’re likely to approach, which enables a more targeted pitch. Often between gathering commentary and trying to meet a deadline, the reporter will be nearly as stressed as the PR person. Interact on social media.

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Media Pitching Report B2B 333

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 6, 2018

Tech PR and media relations are sometimes a bit like dating. ” If a PR pro fails to consider offering a story to media as an exclusive, he may forfeit a great opportunity. Let’s use this model to get the scoop on pitching media exclusives for B2B technology programs. The $ pitches are no-brainers.

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Pitching How To Media Interviews 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. The result?

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Media Relations Media Pitching Journalism 120

PRSay

APRIL 16, 2020

However, PR pros can still pitch relevant stories to travel media, according to an April 14 webinar hosted by Kellie Jelencovich , PR manager at Travel Leaders Group and president of PRSA’s New York Chapter. Like many parts of the American economy, the travel and tourism sector has been hit hard by the coronavirus shutdown.

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Travel Pitching Airlines Media 208

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 29, 2020

In PR , broadcast pitching is sometimes underused and overlooked when it comes to securing coverage for clients. Most PR teams will amplify segments on social media for further exposure. No matter what you’re pitching, to gain a producer’s attention, the subject matter must be topical and newsworthy. Make it relevant.

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Local Pitching Print Interviews 323

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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Journalism Media Relations Report Media 147

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

The most rewarding – and maybe the hardest – part of working at a top tech PR agency is pitching stories to media. The challenge for PR people is to break into their inboxes, and we can only do that by meeting their needs as well as our own. Be genuine, and make sure you then segue seamlessly to the pitch.

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Pitching How To Media Privacy 156

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

The most rewarding – and maybe the hardest – part of working at a top tech PR agency is pitching stories to media. The challenge for PR people is to break into their inboxes, and we can only do that by meeting their needs as well as our own. Be genuine, and make sure you then segue seamlessly to the pitch.

Pitching 156

Pitching How To Media Privacy 156

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 3, 2021

Whether it’s through emails or Slack messages or even listening in on client meetings, there are plenty of terms thrown around. A major goal of good PR is helping your client get more exposure in the media, and that means talking to reporters. Because when you think about it, pitching is a bit like fishing. Exclusive” .

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Journalism Internal International Pitching 344

Business Wire

DECEMBER 17, 2019

At our most recent Business Wire Meet the Media event, we brought together Fast Company and Inc. CNET, Digital Trends, Tom’s Guide and Laptop Mag, and Refinery29 to share their recommendations on best ways to get their attention, schedule meetings, provide assets and conduct follow-ups during an event as big as CES.

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PRSay

JUNE 7, 2018

Recently I spoke about media pitching at a conference where many of the speakers were journalists. Journalists’ inboxes are full of email pitches with buzzwords and jargon, so naturally they’re going to say — “Just tell me about your product or service. How is this possible? Think about it from their perspective.

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Media Relations Pitching Media Conference 94

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 6, 2022

The in-person media tour. Although in-person meetings were all but shut down as a result of COVID-19, they had already been slipping out of vogue by 2000. Yet for all the benefits of Zoom, an in-person meeting is still the best way to build rapport. PR is all about building and maintaining relationships. Getting on the phone.

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SEO Analysis Meeting Travel 333

Cision

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Media leads are a powerful tool, and the key to earning coverage is learning how to really capture people’s interest. What you need to be successful is a guidebook to improve your media relations efforts. Because more earned media can help build your brand recognition, improve SEO and sell more. The First Impression.

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How To Media Pitching Creativity 279

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 11, 2019

In tech PR , the story is the cornerstone of every good pitch. Tech reporters, like most journalists, get hundreds of pitches each day. So, let’s face it — media relationships matter. So how can tech brands build lasting bonds with media today? 5 tips for stronger media relations. Play the long game.

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Media Pitching Report Media Relations 253

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 28, 2020

We’re living through COVID-19 and a presidential election year, and both eat up a huge amount of media bandwidth. Media relations deals with the news environment, which is by definition unpredictable. News cycles are 24/7, and most PR people are trained to be hyper-responsive to media and client needs. It’s PR, not ER.

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Publicity How To Product Launch Agency 334

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 23, 2022

For example, journalists who focus on privacy and data concerns on big tech platforms may be intrigued by a pitch about a data breach on a major social network. It’s best to prioritize research into the most appropriate reporters and outlets for a specific cybersecurity pitch. Use cybersecurity conferences and panels.

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Privacy Media Telecommunications Conference 294

PRSay

MAY 31, 2018

You know what it’s like to be a journalist or blogger tasked with meeting a content or engagement quota. You don’t just learn a template for writing a good pitch email. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and Georgia Tech to help their media relations teams reach new levels of success. Do YOU want to be “leveraged?”

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Media Relations Media Pitching Course 89

Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 21, 2024

In case you missed the action, here’s a recap: Automotive fluid pioneer Prestone introduced three new products at the show, its latest low conductivity, corrosion-protectant thermal management solutions created to meet upcoming industry specifications for electrified vehicle coolants.

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Automotive Trade Shows Mobile System 92

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 12, 2018

This can include everything from timely and thorough information downloads on new products, marketing plans, and business goals, to the time commitment by senior executives for preparation and participation in briefings, quarterly meetings, and media interviews. Polish the company story, but don’t lose authenticity.

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Publicity Brand Branding Storytelling 256

Onclusive

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

At the time, Equilar was using the Cision media monitoring platform, which was addressing some of their needs but did not meet the standard they required to refine their PR strategy. They turned to the Onclusive Pro tool which produced the results they needed at a more effective cost.

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Case Study Communications Study Leadership 195

Cision

OCTOBER 3, 2017

” Meet the Architects. Architects make up nine percent of the total population of journalists and are the most enthusiastic users of social media for all purposes. Of all social archetypes, Architects most prefer social PR pitches (40 percent of respondents). Meet the Hunters. Meet the Skeptics.

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Social Media How To Media Journalism 202

Cision

MAY 24, 2016

Focus on the awards that are most important to your brand and make sure you meet all the criteria before applying. Gauge the success of your media relations program using media monitoring software. Remember to always include tracking links with your pitches. A good way to do it is to compare against competitors.

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Measurement Leadership Pitching Software 222

Bianchi Biz Blog

JULY 15, 2024

What advice do you have for PR people that want to pitch you? Please tell me why what you’re pitching would be beneficial to our readers. Please don’t pitch something and then go M.I.A. Any pet peeves with PR people? You can follow David on Twitter and LinkedIn.

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Meeting Media Interviews Pitching 97

5W PR

MAY 26, 2023

In the field of public relations (PR), building strong media relations is a critical component of success. PR professionals aim to create positive relationships between their clients or organization and the media, with the goal of earning positive media coverage and managing any negative attention that may arise.

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Media Relations Media Crisis Meeting 88

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 9, 2019

Any good public relations agency should want to have an open conversation about what clients can expect for their investment. They’re hoping for a productive meeting and a solid start to what they hope will be a long and successful partnership. But even the best agencies don’t always spill the tea at the very first meeting.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

MAY 6, 2024

Finish this sentence: If I am not reporting, I am … In meetings! What advice do you have for PR people that want to pitch you? And please be patient with pitching; I cannot reply to most pitches. Automated pitch emails for stories that don’t concern my brand. Any pet peeves with PR people?

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Meeting Media Pitching Newspapers 88

Cision

SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

We’ve got tips from Dao on what and how to pitch tasty treats and stories. How do you prefer to receive pitches? Followups and calls will be made if there’s interest, but I should be able to tell what your pitch is within seconds of opening your initial email. What is your specialty? To my work email only.

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Pitching Travel Trends Print 120

Bianchi Biz Blog

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

What advice do you have for PR people that want to pitch you? I see more value from pitches that get straight to the point, show me a problem, and then show me a solution. I do get annoyed when I get pitched the same thing multiple times after I’ve already covered it. Any pet peeves with PR people?

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Meeting Media Travel Journalism 105

Cision

AUGUST 26, 2016

So how do you impress this veteran when you send a pitch to his inbox? I prefer to receive pitches which relate directly to this energy focus. Follow up on your pitches and stories so we can cultivate a working relationship. How do you prefer to receive pitches? Can you be pitched via these channels?

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Pitching Agriculture Report Energy 120

Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 3, 2024

What advice do you have for PR people that want to pitch you? I would advise that they offer pitches that they truly think will interest our audience or will teach them something. I find it a bit frustrating when I get pitches that are basically the same, but with a few words changed around. Any pet peeves with PR people?

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Meeting Media Training Automotive 97

5W PR

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

By weaving compelling narratives, securing media coverage, and organizing targeted events, PR professionals can generate significant buzz around a new product or service, capturing the interest of potential customers and industry influencers.  Seek out customer feedback through surveys, interviews, and social media monitoring. Use

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Product Launch B2B Industry Case Study 78

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 23, 2022

This not only shows that we are keen to meet clients where they are, but that we also take process seriously. These meetings are also the PR team’s initial opportunity to assess potential B2B spokesperson, define their “lanes,” and gauge how comfortable and effective they will be in a media interview or keynote situation. .

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