Did your latest PR pitch include video? Videos can tell stories in ways that words can’t. Marketers are including videos into their marketing mixes, and so are PR professionals.
Here are the top 5 reasons why every PR pitch needs a video.
1. Video makes your PR pitch stand out
Always remember that you are not the only person who is sending out PR pitches to the media. The media has thousands of pitches flooding their inbox on a daily basis, and half of these pitches all look the same. Unless your story is remarkable, it’s going to get lost in the sea of other pitches. So be different. Include a video and stand out from the clutter.
I mean, who doesn’t love a good video anyway?
2. Time is of the essence – the media does not have time for every PR pitch, so make it count
Send out PR pitches that are worth the writers’ time. In addition to being lost in the clutter, bloggers and writers are always on a time crunch to deliver content. Videos are more memorable, enjoyable, and are way easier than reading.
3. Video makes your brand seem more interesting
Video is a good way to show off your organization and brand’s personality. If your pitch is going to be about the launch of a new product, use short videos in your pitch to build anticipation prior to its launch. Entice reporters into wanting to cover your event, news or product launch. Offer visual accompaniment to what you are trying to say. It makes you look more happening and interesting.
4. Video increases engagement
If a video is relevant and entertaining, readers are more likely to click and share it with their friends. This is where the ad dollars come in. Publications and news outlets want to increase their viewership and the best way is through digital engagement with their current readers. Include a video in a pitch that can influence publications and news outlet to want to cover your story to drive traffic to their site.
People love visual content because it’s entertaining and informational. An entertaining and informational video can go a long way! Readers are more likely to be hooked by a video and spend more time on that publication.
5. Video is less expensive than it used to be
Depending on what you need to shoot, you can get by with anything from a phone camera to a consumer DSLR. For more ambitious product videos, live action comedy shoots and visual effects you may need a creative agency and/or a production company to work with you on developing concepts and producing the right videos! Here’s link if you need help finding the best video production company or agency for your particular pitch.
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