Volunteer Genie - Use the power of the media to recruit volunteers

What journalists want

Do you wish that journalists called you more often? Do you panic at the thought of being interviewed by the press? Discover how to expand your media contacts book and how to become a journalist's first port of call for new stories and expert comment.

This section will show you how to respond to journalists' requests and tell you what they're likely to want from you. Learn how to pitch a story to a journalist. Discover the benefits and pitfalls of working with celebrities. Plus find articles packed with top tips on how to make sure your volunteering message makes it to broadcast or print.

Articles in this section

• Building your contacts book
• How to sell a story to a journalist or producer
• Responding to journalists' requests
• Getting credit when credit's due
• Case studies
• Celebrities
• Handling interviews
• Letters to the editor and phone-in shows

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