Download - 5 Tips for Building an Effective Media List
5 Tips for Building an
Effective Media List
#1:Identify
Target Market
Determine your OVERALL GOAL
and WHO you hope to reach. Then determine WHERE those
people are looking for information.
#2:Filter Unwanted
Targets
Determine which writers and editors will be INTERESTED in your story by looking at
their HISTORY. Determine if your story appeals to their
INTERESTS and their MISSION.
#3:Online
Publication Extends Story Life
While traditional media is still an excellent way to
reach the public, distributing news online will EXTEND the life of your story. An article online will syndicate online for MUCH LONGER than a blurb on television news.
#4:Track Industry
Coverage
TRACK CLIPS to determine which writers/services cover you
or your competitors. Not only will this give insight to your
competitors, but will help you to NARROW DOWN your media
list to reporters who are interested in or cover similar
news.
#5:Don’t IgnoreSmall
Publications
Design your media list with REACH and FREQUENCY in mind. If a publication is not
widely circulated, it may still be HIGHLY TARGETED to your
market, therefore highly beneficial to you.