How to Get the Media Working for Your School

A clear, practical approach to earning media coverage that drives impact

Watch On Demand and Get the Tipsheet

 

Watch On Demand

Watch on demand to learn how your school can earn meaningful media coverage by understanding what journalists actually look for and how the media really works.

This webinar and tipsheet breaks down what makes a story newsworthy, how to pitch with impact, and how to show up confidently in interviews so your message lands clearly and credibly. You’ll walk away with a clear framework for:

  • What journalists consider newsworthy and how to position your story for impact.

  • How pitching, headlines, and timing influence whether your outreach gets noticed.

  • Practical interview tips and media best practices for radio, TV, and print.

Even great stories don’t get coverage if they’re not positioned the right way. Once you understand how the media thinks, everything changes.

Watch now and learn how to get the media working for you.

Your Host & Panelists

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Your Host:  Shane Sparks, Founder and CEO, Enrollment Resources

A marketing and communications specialist for over 25 years, Shane co-founded Enrollment Resources in 2003. He has led service delivery and product development, including the creation of Virtual Adviser, Enrollment Resources’ flagship inbound marketing solution, and now serves as CEO. He is passionate about helping schools grow enrollment.

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Tess van Straaten, TV Journalist & Magazine Writer, CHEK News

Tess van Straaten is an award-winning TV journalist, news anchor, and magazine writer with more than two decades of experience in broadcast and print media. She is a senior reporter and weather anchor at CHEK News in Victoria and a longtime freelance writer for major Canadian publications. Tess brings an insider’s perspective on what makes stories newsworthy and how to earn meaningful media coverage.