Sword and the Script

MAY 26, 2020

That’s according to the 2020 JOTW Communications Survey which polled 300 communicators – public relations, public affairs, marketing communications and related roles – across more than a dozen different industries. Some 72% of professionals believe the political landscape has made their jobs harder. Top tactics in PR and comms.

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Survey Measurement Public Affairs Storytelling 143

Doctor Spin

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Determining what issues the public thinks about by controlling media narratives. Storytelling. Actively managing an organisations credibility and public trust. Mitigating damage by reshaping public perception after negative events. Crafting narratives that reinforce a desired perception. Reputation engineering.

Ethics 52

Ethics Journalism Crisis Communications Public Affairs 52

Sword and the Script

JUNE 25, 2020

If you haven’t signed up for Ned’s Job of the Week Newsletter — please do — it’s free for both employers and job seekers and it’s filled with jobs across PR, public affairs, communications and marketing. 105 Answers from Communicators Why Have the Top Challenges Facing PR and Comms Shifted?

Survey 78

Survey Communications Public Affairs Ethics 78

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 18, 2020

Alongside a question about PR’s view of media bias , we asked the following: Do communications professionals – including PR, public affairs and spokespeople – present accurate and truthful information? We dug into this in the 2020 JOTW Communications Survey this year. Cherry-picking. “I Every industry has some. “I

Ethics 121

Ethics Communications Survey Corporate 121

PRSay

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

military approaches diversity, equity and inclusion and about the importance of storytelling to communicate an organization’s messages. Part of the storytelling challenge, Evans said, is that “it’s more about the organization than about individuals themselves. She asked how the U.S.

Nonprofit 134

Nonprofit Storytelling Radio Conference 134

Stephen Waddington

AUGUST 11, 2019

It’s one of the greatest marketing and public relations campaigns of my lifetime. Deconstructing the Vote Leave campaign The Leave campaign won by a margin of two percent thanks to its use of data, storytelling and paid targeting via Facebook. Vote Leave made use of every aspect of modern communications.

Communications 96

Communications Ethics Public Affairs Government 96

Beyond PR

AUGUST 25, 2016

Instead, it is about storytelling, using a narrative to add value to existing perceptions that can either be backed up by your current product or supported by your prospective plans. That storytelling is one reason why Amazon has been able to survive market crashes and make risky bets. Benefits for storytellers.

Storytelling 40

Storytelling Brand Branding Wireless 40

PR Matters

APRIL 21, 2016

This cannot be said of any other single comms discipline, be it investor relations, lobbying, social media management, internal communications, marketing, media relations, public affairs, or advertising.

Reputation 100

Reputation Public Affairs Advertising Advertising 100

PRSay

AUGUST 14, 2019

I worked for my school newspaper, and when I joined the Marines I was a public affairs officer. As a public affairs officer, you’re working to make sure that people understand the implications of the decisions that they’re making. I did think about whether I would be a journalist or an editor. We ran a base newspaper.

Internal 68

Internal International Conference Public Affairs 68

Solo PR Pro

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Many different services fall under the umbrella of strategic communication — or public relations: media relations, community relations, internal communications, crisis communications, public affairs, content creation and marketing, social media — the list goes on.

Media Relations 97

Media Relations Media Social Media Internal 97

PR Conversations

DECEMBER 19, 2014

As a result of the recent course, I’ve been reflecting on how in 2015, professional use of social media and digital communications will be essential for anyone working in PR, internal communications, public affairs, marketing and many other functions, in almost every type of organisation.

Social Media 90

Social Media Trends Communications Crisis Management 90

Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 22, 2024

This environment offers vast opportunities for storytelling in PR and marketing, merging craftsmanship with modern tech. Understanding local sentiments and being responsive to public concerns are key to effective crisis communication.

Fashion 70

Fashion Automotive Marketing Public Affairs 70

Stephen Waddington

MAY 16, 2019

Danielle Whitfield, Media and Public Affairs Executive, Newcastle Airport @daniellemalvina Northern boomerang: brands to Newcastle Christian Cerisola was motivated to move into PR after working for a provincial newspaper and receiving poorly targeted pitches.

Marketing 60

Marketing Newspapers Public Affairs Airlines 60

Landis PR

JULY 31, 2023

Solid storytelling, writing and editing skills are still very much in demand. AI tools can’t handle the nuance that comes with providing sound strategic counsel. While AI may provide a solid starting point for a press release or blog post, it’s not going to churn out a polished product.

Communications 97

Communications Marketing Pitching Technology 97

Landis PR

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Helping clients understand the power of storytelling and giving them guidance on interacting with elected officials amplifies their influence and engagement. Individual stories and personal experiences help make those connections; they are real and often more persuasive than abstract arguments.

Policies 59

Policies Publicity Community Construction 59

Landis PR

AUGUST 27, 2024

Visual storytelling through videos and compelling images can also help your message resonate with your audience. Highlight stories of community impact, employee achievements or innovative projects. Use humor and creativity to make your content something people will remember.

Nonprofit 64

Nonprofit Policies Local Product Launch 64

PR Conversations

MAY 9, 2017

I think the fundamentals remain the same as today: The ability to provide strategic counsel, and excellent writing and storytelling skills. It’s likely that’s why I focus on storytelling, to try and draw pictures with words. What skills and abilities do you think tomorrow’s PR leaders need? How would you like to end your PR career?

Energy 53

Energy Measurement Internal International 53

MaccaPR

MAY 28, 2015

You wonder if her Dad saw it, and that’s what keeps you watching - it’s just great storytelling.”. No matter whether parts of the four-minute Hyundai spot might have been staged, it’s a stone cold masterpiece of video storytelling – the crisp editing and use of Johann Strauss’ “Voices of Spring” waltz, in particular, is exquisite.

Film 48

Film Marketing YouTube Advertising 48

Landis PR

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Note: This is a reposted blog by our Public Relations Global Network Partner, Amanda Hill – Three Box Strategic Communications. For the original blog, please visit here. Photo courtesy of Pixabay Your audience’s attention is more fragmented than ever. We used to target seven touchpoints to reach the customer – now, it takes eight or nine.

Conference 59

Conference Consumer Social Media Google 59

Cision

FEBRUARY 17, 2016

Storytelling, while central to PR strategies, is a delicate process. When I worked for the Army, one of my civilian colleagues in public affairs made a misstep about how she portrayed an issue very sensitive to those serving in uniform.

Policies 120

Policies Internal International Public Affairs 120

NewsWhip

JUNE 23, 2021

Brett: So, I guess is that, when we chatted before, I mean, that’s really the definition of a data-driven public affairs agency, correct? This is where you have an industry that may not be forefront every day, but has a huge public affairs consequence that needs to be evaluated through our geopolitical risk framework.

Data 78

Data Media Analytics Energy 78

Stuart Bruce

FEBRUARY 11, 2016

One of the potential uses of VR for PR is storytelling to put stakeholders inside a brand or corporate story. You can get an idea of what storytelling for PR might be like by looking at how VR is already being used for journalism such as the New York Times virtual reality app. Amnesty used VR to increase donations.

Publicity 60

Publicity How To Crisis Communications Crisis 60

Communications Conversations

MAY 13, 2015

Natalie Anastasia is a junior at the University of South Florida with a bright future in the public relations industry. With a passion for storytelling and nomadic spirit, Natalie realized she could combine her love for writing and travel with a career in public relations. Natalie Anastasia, @natanastasia.

Groups 60

Groups Internal International Conference 60

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 2, 2016

In all, the six-year period involved two combat deployments (Iraq ‘07-‘08; Afghanistan ‘12-‘13) with the National Guard and time in between working for the Oregon Army National Guard Public Affairs Office. I’ve served in Army Public Affairs for nearly 17 years now. That’s when I found LTPR.”. Content is content.

Public Affairs 60

Public Affairs Advertising Advertising Healthcare 60

Mindful Marketing

JULY 28, 2015

Paul Furiga is chief storyteller, founder and CEO of WordWrite Communications. Before founding WordWrite, Paul was a vice president at Ketchum Public Relations in Pittsburgh, where he served clients including Bridgestone/Firestone, Delta Air Lines and Rutgers University. By Christine Perkett. As the CEO, you wear many hats.

Interviews 50

Interviews Communications Storytelling Marketing 50

Landis PR

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Even as AI continues to evolve, there will always be something uniquely human about the art of storytelling. These tools still don’t understand the nuances of true storytelling, and they’ve certainly never interacted with your customers on a face-to-face basis.

Marketing 59

Marketing Content Marketing B2B Storytelling 59