News Center | News Direct (2023)

FAQs

How do I get a reporter to cover my story? ›

If you are concerned about anonymity, we suggest using a public mailbox rather than a post office and omitting a return address on the outside of the envelope.

Look on the media outlet's website for an email address.

Find the organization's website and search for an “About Us” or “Contact” tab. Most news organizations publish an email or phone number for tips on stories. Use this email or phone number to contact the press and tell them about your story.

E-mail is the best way to make an initial contact, but you may also call or write a letter. If your story is in connection with something you read in The Post, contact the reporter whose byline is on the article. The e-mail address of Post reporters is printed at the bottom of every story in the newspaper.

Selling your story to a news/media agency

There are lots of news agencies that will help you sell your story to the wider media. They may negotiate a single exclusive with one publication, or sell it around to lots of publications.

You can reach us via email at news.tips@abc.com or by phone at (212) 456-2828 with the understanding that the information you provide might be used in our broadcasts or other stories.

How do I get my article in the news? ›

You can contact newspapers directly and offer your story to them. Almost all of them have forms on their websites, but you can also call, email, or even send them a Whatsapp.

If you know your niche, or do a little industry research, you'll likely find a professional association, non-profit organization, business group, or government agency and people who will agree to an interview or point you to the right person to talk to.

Maybe it's a story that you may feel is ethically questionable. You simply may not have the time that works with the reporter's deadline. When you get a call, it's okay to decline the interview. Here are some ideas on how to say “no thanks,” and maintain a good relationship with the reporter.

Some large media outlets pay for these appearances, usually ranging from $50 to $150. The spotty knowledge of these payments means some journalists who make appearances in media don't receive the same compensation as others, while the public doesn't know a crucial detail about how pay in media works.

A journalist is an individual that collects/gathers information in form of text, audio, or pictures, processes them into a news-worthy form, and disseminates it to the public. The act or process mainly done by the journalist is called journalism.

Editors oversee the work of all the newspaper staff. They allocate space for articles, photographs, advertisements, etc and decide which stories make it into each edition.

Emotion is the key to a successful storytelling sales pitch

“Story selling” is an effective way to conduct a sales conversation that balances the need to make an emotional connection while effectively communicating product value. Rather than leading with facts and data, the script is flipped.

How much do news pay for stories? ›

How much you receive for your story, photo or video depends on which publications decide to use your story and what their rates are – it could be $50 or $5,000.

Sell My Story sells strong, important, and worthwhile anonymous stories every single week. This will need to be discussed on the phone, so please give us a call on 0117 973 3730.

Pitching an idea to Netflix

If you have an idea, game, script, screenplay, or production already in development that you'd like to pitch to Netflix, you must work through a licensed agent, producer, attorney, manager, or industry executive, as appropriate, who already has a relationship with Netflix.

Call Fox News at 1-888-369-4762.

Whereas some networks mostly encourage online submission of comments, Fox News does provide viewers with a 1-800 customer service number. You can use this phone number if you have a general inquiry, comment, suggestion, or concern.

Following up is simply reminding the journalist about what you sent and why you think their readers would appreciate it. You can follow up with as little as one line of text. Make sure to keep it simple and straightforward, and make it easy for them to respond and get the ball rolling.

How do I find journalists to contact? ›

Media databases like Prowly, Press Hunt, or Anewstip are very useful in their own right but become an even more effective solution when paired with supplementary googling. With a quick search, they give you a list of thousands of journalists, reporters, and media outlets of all types—AND their contact details.

The business of journalism is sustained in part by fair use, which enables appropriate, timely, unlicensed quotations and references to newsworthy material. Fair use incorporates journalists' free speech rights within copyright.

Whether you're a full-time freelance writer or an aspiring essayist hoping to get published for the first time, the process of publishing articles can be arduous and labor-intensive. It takes more than a great story and distinct writing style to get your article published.

A journalistic interview takes the form of a conversation between two or more people: interviewer(s) ask questions to elicit facts or statements from interviewee(s).

How do journalists find experts? ›

Most inquiries about disabilities and medical conditions count as illegal interview questions. Employers are only allowed to ask, “Can you do the job?”

If you don't hear back after an additional week, you can reach out again. However, if you don't hear anything after a second week, it's better to stay radio silent. Some companies have a long hiring process. A long silence may just mean the company is taking its time, not that you didn't get the job.

Most news outlets disapprove of paying for news or else ban the practice outright as a policy. Among the reasons for those policies, according to Andy Schotz, chairman of the SPJ's ethics committee, is that paying for an interview immediately puts the credibility of the information they provide in doubt.

The perfect media interview lasts about five minutes. If you know how to handle yourself in a media interview, five minutes is plenty of time to tell your story and to give the reporter everything they need to complete their piece.

Anchors don't always write their own scripts, and work with a team of producers and writers. By reviewing scripts, you know what's coming. Be familiar with what you're about to say and what you just said. Make sure your script is written in a way that is conversational and matches the way you talk.

As of May 21, 2023, the average annual pay for a News Anchor in the United States is $65,563 a year.

You can contact newspapers directly and offer your story to them. Almost all of them have forms on their websites, but you can also call, email, or even send them a Whatsapp.

Most storytellers have multiple sources of income. Besides performing, they often also teach and create products they can sell, like a book, a video, or an audio recording. In addition, they consult and coach, applying their expertise in various fields like healthcare, business, and education.

Can I share my story to news feed? ›

At the top of your News Feed, tap Your Story. Tap in the top right. Select Edit Story Settings. Tap to choose the audience you'd like to share your story with, then tap Change.

News Story Components

A typical department news story is between 250-500 words, and includes a concise headline, a lead paragraph, the body copy, and a conclusion or end quote, as well as a high-quality image. Longer pieces also should include subheadings.

Look for publishing house websites and research the names of current editors so you send your book idea to the correct person. Write a book proposal that is short, to the point and articulate. This is a sales presentation of your idea and you want to give it the best chance possible. Write a one-page cover letter.