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Maximising the PR benefit of national awareness days

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A day doesn’t go by without it being designated ‘national something day’ – from badgers to British food – there is a day to honour everything. For example did you know that 28th January is Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day in …

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CIPR event: Making the most of PR Campaign Imagery

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Managing Partner of Barefoot Media Jim Michell will be among the line-up of speakers at the next Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) West of England event.

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8 tips on how to host a successful press trip

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For holiday and tourism businesses, hosting journalists is a great way of generating media coverage. Travel features and reviews are almost always written based on first-hand experiences, particularly in the higher quality publications, so inviting a journalist to visit your …

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Introduction to digital marketing for Padstow Area Tourism Association

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I was asked to speak to the Padstow Area Tourism Association’s members to give a brief overview of digital marketing techniques for tourism and hospitality businesses. With a 20 minute slot we covered quite a bit of ground in the …

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TV chef branding earns Cornish agencies award nomination

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Two Cornish marketing agencies are celebrating after receiving a Media Innovation Awards nomination. Redruth graphic design agency Liminal Design has been shortlisted with PR specialists Barefoot Media for their work on creating a new brand identity for Padstow chef Paul …

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Reflections on a year as an intern

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Exactly 12 months ago I had just experienced my first day working at Barefoot Media, having finished two years studying public relations at university. I was still in the student mind set of late nights and meals consisting of 25p …

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10 tips to improve your covering letter and CV

An accurately written covering letter and CV could greatly increase your chances of getting a job. In particular, a job in the PR and journalism industry relies on accurate writing and attention to detail. When shortlisting applicants for interview, the …

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Public relations agency wins double gold at industry awards

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Public relations agency Barefoot Media led the Cornish charge with a double win at a respected industry awards ceremony on Friday 21st October. The St. Wenn-based company scooped two gold awards at the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) PRide …

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10 skills in 10 weeks

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I am ten weeks in to my 12 month placement at Barefoot Media and have already received an interesting insight in to the world of public relations. With Jim and Sam providing me with top tips of the day I …

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Barefoot Media shortlisted for three awards

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Cornish public relations agency Barefoot Media has been shortlisted for three prestigious industry awards, it has been announced today. The annual PRide awards recognise outstanding success and achievement and are held by the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) – …

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