Course

Introduction to PR

Master PR basics by learning how to write powerful press releases, building strong relationships with the media, and executing a solid communications plan.

Bianca Zwart, Chief of Staff at bunq & PR Strategist, teaches PR Foundations expert course.
8 videos
6+ hours
Official certificate
Course

Introduction to PR

Master PR basics by learning how to write powerful press releases, building strong relationships with the media, and executing a solid communications plan.

Bianca Zwart, Chief of Staff at bunq & PR Strategist, teaches PR Foundations expert course.
8 videos
6+ hours
Official certificate
Course

Introduction to PR

Master PR basics by learning how to write powerful press releases, building strong relationships with the media, and executing a solid communications plan.

Bianca Zwart, Chief of Staff at bunq & PR Strategist, teaches PR Foundations expert course.
8 videos
6+ hours
Official certificate

What you'll learn

What is PR and why it's important for your business growth

How to identify newsworthy angles that will land media coverage

How to create and execute a robust communications plan

How to craft a strategic press release and effectively pitch it to the media

Course content

Gain the skills and confidence you need to grow your brand through PR. This course is ideal for people working in startups who want to maximize their media coverage and accelerate their growth. You will learn how to develop strong media relations, run successful PR campaigns, and get your audience excited about your brand.

Lesson 1

What is PR?

Lesson 1

What is PR?

Lesson 1

What is PR?

Lesson 2

How to create a communications plan [Step-by-step Guide]

Lesson 2

How to create a communications plan [Step-by-step Guide]

Lesson 2

How to create a communications plan [Step-by-step Guide]

Lesson 3

How to make your story newsworthy

Lesson 3

How to make your story newsworthy

Lesson 3

How to make your story newsworthy

Lesson 4

How to position your PR messaging to the press

Lesson 4

How to position your PR messaging to the press

Lesson 4

How to position your PR messaging to the press

Lesson 5

What is a press release & how to create one that journalists will actually read

Lesson 5

What is a press release & how to create one that journalists will actually read

Lesson 5

What is a press release & how to create one that journalists will actually read

Lesson 6

Pitching explained: how to connect with the media

Lesson 6

Pitching explained: how to connect with the media

Lesson 6

Pitching explained: how to connect with the media

Lesson 7

How to find the right publication for your sotry

Lesson 7

How to find the right publication for your sotry

Lesson 7

How to find the right publication for your sotry

Lesson 8

Engaging journalists effectively

Lesson 8

Engaging journalists effectively

Lesson 8

Engaging journalists effectively

Final test

Exam

Final test

Exam

Final test

Exam

Earn your official certicifate

Showcase your achievement on LinkedIn, your CV, or in a performance review, and share it with your network on social media

About the instructor

Bianca Zwart

Bianca Zwart

Chief of Staff

Bianca has a wealth of experience in the PR industry. As founder of the PR agency Black & White Communications, she has worked for some of Europe's fastest-growing companies. As an entrepreneur herself, Bianca appreciates the unique needs of startup PR. She is currently Chief of Staff for bunq where she combines her strategic vision and creative operational vision to help driving bunq’s effort to radically change the banking industry.

"We knew we needed to do PR. We just didn’t know how. PR.co helped us land major national coverage for our last investment round."

Niek Koning

- CEO @ Secret View

Course Bundle

Want more than one? Save with this bundle:

An introduction to PR

How to launch in the press

Announce your startup's funding

Media training

Crisis communications

5 courses
50+ videos
40+ hours
Beginner to expert level

Frequently asked questions

What types of PR courses does PR.co offer?

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Frequently asked questions

What types of PR courses does PR.co offer?

Do you offer communications consulting too?

Will my team get certified?

Can I do these courses at my own pace?

What’s included in my subscription?

Frequently asked questions

What types of PR courses does PR.co offer?

Do you offer communications consulting too?

Will my team get certified?

Can I do these courses at my own pace?

What’s included in my subscription?