The Waltham Forest BIPC Local are pleased to welcome Nicola Millington from FP Comms for this special public relations series. This course will help businesses within Waltham Forest learn how to identify and write stories that are newsworthy, as well as how to craft pitches that will grab the attention of editors and producers. You’ll also learn about the different types of media outlets and how to target each one when you’re sending out your story. By the end of the class, you’ll have all the tools you need to get your business in the news.

This class is taught by a professional writer with over 20 years of experience pitching stories to newspapers, magazines, online sites, and blogs. This class is perfect for: local businesses, non-profits looking to raise awareness about their cause, and artists.

In this workshop, we will cover:

• What is a newsworthy story?

• How to identify the best platforms for you?

• How to draft your press release

• How to submit and monitor your press release

Benefits you can expect to gain:

• Gain confidence in pitching a story to the media.

• Understand how to create a relevant press release.

• Get your business in front of thousands with a press release.

• How to get media coverage for your Waltham Forest business or organisation.

• Find out how you can land major media interviews, feature articles, and product endorsements by writing a newsworthy press release that connects with the right readers.

This event will take place in-person and online at 5pm on Wednesday 18 May. Get your free tickets to this event HERE!