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 | How to write a press release |
The following list of suggestions will give you an idea of what the media looks for in a professional press release;
1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Date
(left)
2 Contact Information (right)
3 TITLE: ex.THE BEE-TALLS RELEASE NEW CD
4 BODY:
- The body of the press release should be double spaced and no longer than one page.
- Target those who would be interested in your announcement.
- Your aim is to get your
news published and a well-written newsworthy release is the first step.
- Be factual, honest, timely, and brief.
- Don’t forget to check your grammar and spelling
and avoid using clichés.
- Industry professionals receive an enormous amount of press
releases each week and have little patience with poorly written releases.
- Justify the importance
of the information you are conveying by sending releases announcing only current and
exciting news.
- Look at your favorite music or entertainment weekly; most likely
you’ll find a page of announcements about CD releases, tours, or label signings. How do
they compare with your release?
5 ### The pound sign typed three times in the center of the page signifies the end of the text.
Make sure your introduction to the media is an
impressive one by taking the time to write an effective and professional press release.
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