Cracking the Code to Low Journalist Response Rates

Propel Media has released its Q3 2023 Media Barometer and again it’s showing journalists responded to only 2.99% of nearly 500,000 pitches sent to them. It’s the third straight quarter in which journalist response rates are below three percent and a rather clear signal to PR pros we need to shift our pitching tactics to beyond just mainstream media. This year alone Buzzfeed News shut its doors, Vice filed for bankruptcy, ESPN laid off 20 on-camera personalities, the LA Times laid off 74 newsroom staff, and Insider nixed 100 jobs. Outside the US in Canada, Australia, and Great Britain similar stories are unfolding. In this episode, why response rates are so low and which pitches have a glimmer of hope. Guest: Zach Cutler, Propel<br/>https://www.propelmypr.com/<br/>LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/propel-crm/ <br/>Twitter @propelprm <br/>Facebook https://www.facebook.com/PropelPRM Download the Propel Media Barometer – Q3 2023 Leave us a voice message we can share on the podcast  https://www.speakpipe.com/Stor....iesandStrategiesStor and Strategies WebsiteDo you want to podcast? Book a meeting with Doug Downs to talk about it.Follow us on:LinkedInX (formerly known as Twitter) InstagramFacebookOur NEW You Tube ChannelHey, we’re on Threads under Stories and StrategiesRequest a transcript of this episodeDon't forget to leave us a rating and review on Apple or Spotify. These help tell new listeners this is a podcast worth checking out.Support the show