Learn how to write press releases that won’t be deleted
Most press releases and pitches are ignored almost immediately – and I know this from personal experience.
After all, I used to be the editor that people would pitch to. After working as a magazine editor for five years, I spent 10 years at The Sydney Morning Herald where I edited almost every section, covering travel, lifestyle, health, science, IT and entertainment.
In other words, I’ve seen it all and know what works – and what doesn’t.
After completing this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to easily and quickly write a great press release without needing to use a template or AI (both of which will harm, rather than help, your chances of success – after all, editors look at countless press releases a week, and can immediately spot a templated or AI-created release).
The course also gives realistic, honest advice on how to pitch your story ideas to the media.
Public press release and media pitching course – half-day webinar
The next course will run from 9.30am to 12.45pm AEDT on 24 February.
Only 8 places are available to ensure everyone can feel comfortable enough to participate and receive feedback. Tickets cost $260 (plus GST).
Digital handbooks and certificates will be given, in addition to a recording of the webinar.
Register now for the February webinar
What does this press release and media pitching course cover?
This lively and enjoyable course will show you how to get across your message – and to stand out from the hundreds of other pitches that editors see daily. It covers:
- the different kinds of stories editors look for
- choosing the right angle for your release – and how to connect your key message to that
- crafting an intro for your press release that will grab an editor’s attention
- what to put in – and leave out – of a media release
- how to structure, write and format a press release
- the common mistakes most people make when pitching – and how to avoid them
- writing compelling email subject lines and headlines
- how – and when – to follow up an email
- what images, contact details and other key information editors need
- calling editors and journalists.
The course is highly practical and filled with plenty of exercises. If you’d like, we can even workshop a press release you’re currently working on.
Who is this press release writing course for?
This workshop is ideal for those in:
- public relations (PR)
- small business
- marketing and communications.
In other words, if you need to pitch a story to the media, this course is for you.
It’s also suitable for all skill levels, whether you’re new to pitching or would like a refresher –after all, even highly experienced PR professionals get a lot out of this, as it offers some fresh approaches to making pitches more effective.
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