Deadline. That single word can strike both fear and excitement in journalists at any stage of their career. Whether you’re fresh out of college or a seasoned veteran, you know the trials and tribulations...
A website that allows users to create explainer videos and animated presentation decks tops my list of online video editing tools for which I’m thankful. Without it, ProfNet would likewise be without the video below (which...
It was a case of “come for the speech, stay for the spectacle,” at last year’s State of the Union address. From President Barack Obama’s #YesWeTan suit controversy to the “time traveling” energy secretary,...
The chasm that exists between the newsroom and advertising departments is as old as time. Few things bridge the gap. But messaging app Slack comes close. Slack rooms, bots, or channels ultimately are built...
One of the ways experts gain credibility in their industry is through earned media. However, when an expert isn’t properly vetted by a journalist, the credibility of that outlet is put in jeopardy. A...
When it comes to publishing in today’s politically correct world, the best advice might be to tread lightly. Take, for example, connecting with Latino audiences. Whether a Hispanic subject is Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban,...
Journalists are often faced with unique challenges. They are constantly on the hunt for good quotes, story ideas, etc. However, what happens when the tables turn and the journalist is the one being interviewed? Leah...
In a digital-first news landscape, journalists are providing instant content on social media while simultaneously producing in-depth coverage. It may seem impossible to balance the need for expediency with the desire for enterprise storytelling, but these...
We spoke with three journalists with first-hand experience covering trauma. These are their tips to stay safe (and sane) while covering a traumatic story.
There are many things new bloggers are unaware of – one being how to connect with PR companies and brands. Bloggers are known to connect with brands to form symbiotic relationships – they need...
Facebook recently made changes that could alter the way people consume news, driving a lot of think-piece fodder about the implications it has on journalism. But it’s possible the social media tool’s latest iterations could, in fact,...
So you’ve gotten into the rhythm of blogging. That’s great! However, since you’re still new in the scene, chances are you’re unaware of things that may irk your viewers. This blog post today will...
Live tweeting requires skill, strategy, and social savvy in order to be really effective.
To better understand how members of the media use the PR Newswire for Journalists website and what they find most useful, we are asking journalists, bloggers, freelancers and other content creators to participate in a quick, one-question survey....
From the very beginning, I knew I wanted to create a mommy blog – I just didn’t know anything else. I mean, first of all, what on earth was I going to call this...
Freelancing requires a lot of patience, persistence and discipline. Dawn Papandrea (@DawnPapandrea), who specializes in personal finance, higher education, and family topics, started out as an editor about 15 years ago, and began freelancing...
Depending on your demographic, Facebook could be a major way to boost traffic to your blog.
Though the anonymity of the Internet makes self-expression much easier, it can also spur hateful rhetoric that is generally met with little repercussion. Many overlook the fact that journalists are often on the receiving...
From celebrity sightings to best and worst dressed, the 2015 award season has been an exciting one thus far. But it’s not over. There are more red carpet opportunities to come in the months...
Any time I go to research news outlets, publications, bloggers or writers (or anyone really), the first social media account I look up is their Twitter account. I hop right on to Google and search...
