Media Relations

 by Sophie Maccagnone

Consuming Media: Millennials vs. Baby Boomers

The ultimate goal of a #PRpro is securing stellar media coverage for our clients; however, that coverage can be less impactful if it’s not reaching the targeted audience. In a world increasingly influenced by technology, it’s important to remain knowledgable about how audiences are consuming media and staying informed.

 

We’re taking a closer look at how millennials and baby boomers consume media differently. Learn how it affects our strategies for telling our clients’ stories to the most influential audiences.

 

Baby Boomers

Baby Boomers, born between 1946-1964 and know sticking to their roots, are surprisingly open to new formats. In fact, research shows TV hold the top spot for Baby Boomers. More specifically, 51 percent of those older than 55 are found to rely on traditional news sources, including broadcast media.

 

While Baby Boomers are adopting social media sites like Facebook more and more, they are more likely to go straight to the source. They visit news outlets directly to stay informed, spending 20 plus hours a week consuming online content. If that doesn’t say how tied Baby Boomers are to traditional media, then knowing 92 percent of them continue to listen to the radio for news updates just may convince you.

 

So, if a client is trying to reach the highly respected Baby Boomer crowd, it’s evident that traditional media is the way to go. Leveraging local broadcast media can prove highly successful, especially in the early hours as the masses consume the news of the day before heading out to work. Don’t let the word traditional stray you away from online hits though, as an online article can garner thousands of eyes as the Boomers browse news sites throughout the week.

 

Millennials

Millennials, born between 1982-2002, are changing the way younger generations stay informed. Studies show millennials rely heavily on trending articles and major headlines on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and Twitter. According to Business Insider, 64 percent of people ages 18-24 say digital outlets such as online news sources and social media serve as their main source of news.

 

As for traditional media, only 24 percent of millennials ages 18-24 and 29 percent of millennials ages 25-34 turn to broadcast television to get their news. Only 5 percent of those are turning to radio and print to stay informed. Instead, millennials are utilizing local and national news sites to dive deeper into major headlines found on social media sites. In comparison to Baby Boomers, millennials are twice as likely to opt in to retrieving information from social media and word of mouth than traditional news sources (cue the group text gossip).

 

That being said, when working with clients targeting younger generations, we often gear our strategic execution toward securing media opportunities that will surface across social media platforms. While traditional outlets still garner high viewership, online hits support the research and prove to produce valuable results for client coverage. It’s important to look at online mentions when securing opportunities, in addition to utilizing social channels to increase exposure by posting client-oriented coverage.

 

The way each generation consumes news is constantly changes, dictating how we approach our strategies in the public relations industry. As the latest-and-greatest tech updates continue to revolutionize our world, it’s crucial that we do our due diligence and capitalize on the appropriate opportunities that will effectively produce results for our clients.

 

Interested in reaching these audiences online? Request a consultation with us today!

 

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 by Madisen Petrosky

Dittoe PR Scores a Hole-in-One with Carry The Game

Announcing a brand-new initiative at an industry’s largest trade show is no small feat, but Dittoe PR is always up to the challenge.

 

The Western Golf Association (WGA), a long-time client of Dittoe PR, knew they wanted to make a splash in the industry when they announced their newest venture, Carry the Game. It’s an initiative that aims to change the face of youth caddying in the U.S. and would take golfers, clubs, and organizations across the industry coming together to make this initiative a success.

 

The best time to announce a new industry-wide initiative is when everyone in the industry is together, right? That’s why the WGA set their sights on announcing Carry the Game at the PGA Merchandise Show, hosted Jan. 23–26, 2018, in Orlando. The PGA Merchandise Show is the golf industry’s leading trade-only event. PGA and golf industry professionals gather together to discover the latest trends in golf equipment, technology, apparel, and accessories, as well as to learn about what’s happening in the golf industry.

 

Enter Dittoe PR.

 

With brand new, never-before-seen initiatives such as Carry the Game, it’s important to begin by establishing a knowledge base, or making sure your audience in informed. Dittoe PR started by drafting a press release, FAQ, and fact sheet to share with reporters, acting as a one-stop-shop of information for anyone who needs it. We bundled all this information into comprehensive media kits and included photos of the student caddies for reference.

 

Facts in hand, it was time for our team to pull from our past golf industry experience to secure media interest.

 

If you’re new to media relations, you may be surprised by just how many news outlets and blogs there are for various industries. There are dozens, if not hundreds, of golf magazines, blogs, radio shows, and podcasts. The major outlets such as Golf Digest and The Golf Channel may dominate the airwaves, but local golf associations have their own publications, and just about anyone who loves golf wants to talk about it. Dittoe PR researched and reached out to them all, with one caveat: No one could share information about Carry the Game until the first day of the PGA Merchandise Show.

 

Dittoe secured 17 on-site interviews for three WGA staff members who appeared on TV shows, on podcasts, in magazines, and in blogs. A Dittoe PR team member traveled to Orlando with the WGA team to assist on-site by coordinating meeting times, supplying the ever-important media kit, and ensuring both reporters and the WGA had everything they needed.

 

Not long after the PGA Merchandise Show, the coverage began pouring in!

 

 

In total, our outreach also garnered media interest from an additional 30 outlets, including Golfweek, Golf Digest, Golf Talk America, and the Daily Herald. Interviews with the WGA occurred well into March.

 

At the conclusion of Dittoe PR’s partnership in announcing Carry the Game, the WGA saw 63 secured stories, over 95 million media impressions, and an estimated ad value of over $800,000.

 

Interested in earning media attention for your next big announcement? Request a consultation with us today!

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 by Sophie Maccagnone

What is Public Relations? [Part 2]

Often times when people think of public relations, they think of high-class parties and frivolous networking –  as if we all are living the life of Samantha Jones, but as my colleague Vanessa Staublin demonstrated in part one of this series, public relations is much more than meets the eye.

 

After just a year in the public relations industry, I have contributed to numerous strategic campaigns all entailing services as unique as the clients they are designed for. From event planning to content creation, media relations to graphic design, the public relations industry is ever-changing and so is my job as a #PRpro.

 

Executing social media campaigns.

Whether you’re a millennial or not, maintaining a social media presence is crucial in today’s world.  And though it may be daunting, don’t fret! At Dittoe PR, we eliminate the headache by crafting and executing social media campaigns tailored to each clients seeking exposure in the social world. From Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn, to Twitter, Snapchat, YouTube, Pinterest and more, it is important to take every platform into consideration and pinpoint which one will best support the messaging and motives of our clients.

 

We don’t stop there though; our entire staff of PR pros consistently contributes to our agency’s social platforms. While we often post client-oriented coverage to increase exposure, we also feature creative content that gives our followers a taste of our funky-fresh office and provide a behind-the-scenes look into the world of public relations.

 

Designing client content.

If Instagram has taught us anything, it is that presentation matters. Here at Dittoe PR, we get giddy at the opportunity to ‘wow’ our clients by creating content that is both effective and visually appealing. Whether it is monthly reports, case studies, or Snapchat filters, we pride ourselves on crafting quality copy that not only aligns with our clients’ messaging, but our agency’s as well.

 

Communicating visually is just as important in PR when strategically working to reach audiences and produce results. When properly designed, graphic elements can even establish professional credibility and engage audiences on a deeper level. Utilizing graphic design sets our agency apart from the rest and serves as a major asset for our client services.

 

If you’re company is looking to secure more media coverage or is in dire need of a social media revamp, we’re just a click away from executing the right strategic plan based on your company’s unique needs.

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