Welcome to Media Circus Podcast with Taiisha Bradley, Celebrity Publicist. Through interviews, we aim to showcase the human side of the media industry, and give listeners a deeper understanding of the people who bring us the stories we read and watch. In addition, we talk about media pitching do’s and don’t, and how to be helpful resources to journalists.
On this episode of the Media Circus Podcast, join me and guest speaker, Dr. Letitia Wright as she shares pitching tips along with her experiences in the media industry. From establishing a credible reputation, to pitching professionally, listen in as we capture all the gems for entrepreneurs seeking to monetize their platforms. Learn how to navigate within the media industry and make connections from a seasoned producer!
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - 00:58 | Media Circus Podcast Introduction
00:59 - 03:29 | Welcome Dr. Letitia Wright
03:30 - 07:08 | Producer Lasagna
07:09 - 11:36 | The Art of Pitching
11:37 - 22:17 | Vibe Check
22:18 - 26:42 | A Little Flavoring
26:43 - 28:02 | Reputation is Everything
28:03 - 29:18 | Kim Coles is Our Business Bestie
29:19 - 29:54 | Show Your Support
29:55 - 33:45 | Nothing Else to Prove
36:15 - 37:45 | Get Involved!
37:46 - 40:56 | Become a Resource
40:58 - 43:31 | Crowdfunding Owned Media
43:32 - 45:27 | Work Smarter, Not Harder
45:28 - 48:13 | Daytime Talk Shows
48:14 - 53:03 | The Trouble with Tamron Hall
53:04 - 1:07:25 | Connecting in Media
56:20 - 57:08 | Get Connected!
57:09 - 57:46 | Closing Remarks
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SHOW NOTES
Tips for Pitching
- Increase direct connections with media professionals through new services and
products
- Show professionalism and respect for media professionals' time and deadlines
- Educate and entertain the audience, it’s not a sales opportunity
- Friday is the best day to reach out to talk shows
- Pick one producer or assistant producer to pitch to
Producers vs. Directors
- Producers are responsible for making films and tv shows come together
- Directors take direction from producers in order to create the film or tv show
- Execute Producers are people who fund the project
The Advisory Board
- Non-profit in Paris, CA that feeds 2000 people a month
- Need for professional chef and advisory board for ideas and solutions
- Commitment for advisory board members to donate and meet twelve times
Connect with Dr. Letitia Wright
Website: www.wrightplacetv.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drwright1
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/drwright1
Facebook: http://facebook.com/thewrightplacetvshow
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/drletitiawright
LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/drletitiawright
SnapChat: http://snapchat.com/drwright1
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Let’s Stay Connected!
Website: www.TaiishaBradley.com/podcast
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taiishabradley
Twitter: https://twitter.com/taiishabradley
Facebook: https://facebook.com/TaiishaBradleyPR
Patreon: patreon.com/mediacircusleads
CONTACT
For all business inquiries, please email: taiisha@taiishabradley.com
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