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Creating a Multimedia Press Kit for Your Website
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 13, 9.30-10.30 A.M. VIA ZOOM
A multimedia press kit is a vital component of every organization's website today. This presentation offers a walk-through of the elements & features needed to assemble a press kit that showcases your organization, yet is easy for users -- such as busy reporters -- to navigate. Taught by Associate Prof. Jeffrey S. Morosoff, chair of the Department of Journalism, Media Studies, and Public Relations at The Lawrence Herbert School of Communication, Hofstra University. Q&A included & 1.0 FMC Continuing Education Credit
Creating an Award-Winning Social Media Campaign
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 10, 11:00-12 NOON VIA ZOOM
A how-to in creating & implementing an award-winning, multimedia social media campaign with proven results. You'll see the campaign and be guided through the steps of how it developed & be provided with a list of recommended tools & resources for your own use. Taught by Paul C. Focazio, Assistant Director of Community Relations, New York Sea Grant. Q&A included & 1.0 FMC Continuing Education Credit
Story Pitch Session with Jamie Herzlich
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 3, 10:30-11:30 AM LIVE VIA ZOOM
What to do before, during and after you pitch a story will be covered in this exclusive workshop for FMC members only. Once we walk you through the mechanics of what it takes to make a successful pitch to Jamie Herzlich, who pens the Small Business Column for Newsday, we will even give willing participants the opportunity to make their best pitch -- and maybe even land in the news. One hour, includes Q & A & live pitching. 1.0 FMC Continuing Education Credits.
Preparing an Effective News Pitch
WEDNESDAY, April 7, 10-11 AM LIVE VIA ZOOM
This workshop will offer tips and tools for preparing an effective news pitch. Taught by FMC CEO & Executive Director Jaci Clement. One hour, includes Q & A & live pitching. 1.0 FMC Continuing Education Credits.
It’s Not Them, It’s You: Why Editors & Reporters Aren’t Returning Your Calls
WEDNESDAY, MAY 5, 10:00-11:00 A.M. VIA ZOOM
Your emails, calls, texts and DMs to editors and reporters go unanswered. Are they just busy? Is it the story your pitching, your timing or have you simply become an annoyance? Find how to establish yourself as a trusted media source, how to work collaboratively with journalists and how to get long term results. Taught by Dr. Jeffrey Reynolds, President/CEO of Family & Children’s Association. Q&A included & 1.0 FMC Continuing Education Credit
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Networking and relationship building has never been easier: Virtual meetings with informal agendas help you connect, learn, share and position yourself for ongoing success. Elevated membership levels enjoy additional exposure for podcasts and books via our website portals and member activities.
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Get busy by attending a variety of workshops designed to enhance your understanding of news, branding, event creation, marketing, social media and communication leadership skills. Plus, earn professional credits & certificates of achievement from FMC to illustrate your commitment to ongoing education.
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Member Influencers are point people who decide topics for presentations, schedule speakers and more. The work they do influences FMC programming overall.
By Definition: Capacity Building
Capacity building is the process by which individuals and organizations obtain, improve, and retain the skills, knowledge, tools and other resources needed to do their jobs competently, thereby enabling individuals and organizations to perform at a greater capacity, such as by larger scale, larger audience and/or larger impact.(Wikipedia)
It’s all about leveling out, then leveling up.
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