Maximise the Media

Finding the right approach when it comes to pitching a new idea to the media can be a nerve wracking task, especially if you are at loss over what journalists look for in a story.

Learn how to make your message stand out in a journalist's crowded inbox at our June Networx event, Maximise the Media.

The evening will feature three expert panelists from the fields of print and broadcast journalism who will reveal the common mistakes PR consultants make and share what makes and shapes their agendas.

We are delighted to be joined by:

Jane Davies, Managing Editor of Grazia and Harper's BAZAAR. Jane holds over 14 years' experience managing the editorial departments of the world's leading books, newspapers and magazines.

Angie Kelly, Editor of Sydney Morning Herald's Essential Style magazine. Prior to this Angie was the Special Reports Editor for Sun-Herald and has also worked as a NSW Health Department media officer and a news reporter for The Australian and Daily Telegraph.

Rose Kelly, Client Creative Content Producer for Body & Soul Radio and Destination radio programs at MIX 106.5 FM. Rose has also worked in numerous production and presenting roles for 2UE, Sky News, Channel Seven News and the Today Show.

Jen Bishop, Editor and Associate Publisher of Dynamic Business magazine, Australia's leading monthly publication for small-to-medium business owners. Jen blogs regularly for Dynamicbusiness.com and has close to 3,000 followers on Twitter!

Join us at the ultra stylish Supper Club at Kit and Kaboodle on Wednesday 23 June from 6:00pm. This event was a sell-out last year - so book today to ensure you don't miss out!

Tickets are $60, which includes a complimentary drink on arrival, canapés, and the chance to win a fabulous lucky door prize!

Book online today!

Speakers

Jane Davies

Managing Editor, Grazia and Harper's BAZAAR

Jane is a publishing professional with 14 years' experience in the management of editorial departments in world-leading books, newspapers and magazines.

Jane started her career at Penguin Books in London, where she worked in both publishing and sales of adults' and children's books.

As a senior editorial executive with the Telegraph Media Group in London, Jane managed the editorial budgets for the group's magazines and newspapers for four years before becoming the editorial manager for the Saturday magazine. For a further four years she helped shape the direction of this award-winning magazine, working across all aspects from editorial through to production.

Jane joined ACP Magazines in Sydney in February 2008 as managing editor of Grazia, building the team that publishes Australia's only weekly fashion title. In July 2009 she also became managing editor of Harper's BAZAAR.

Angie Kelly

Editor, Sydney Morning Herald's Essential Style

Angie Kelly is the Editor of Essential Style magazine, which appears in the Sydney Morning Herald every Thursday. Prior to this, Angie was the Special Reports Editor for The Sun Herald, editing everything from glossy travel mags, to the annual signature Christmas lifestyle mag, property sections, racing fashion liftouts, event guides, Kids S children's school holidays guides as well as S special reports on fashion, beauty, cosmetic surgery and lifestyle.

Angie has also worked as a media officer for Sydney University and the NSW Health Department, as well as a news and health reporter for The Australian and the Daily Telegraph.

Jen Bishop

Editor, Dynamic Business

Jen Bishop is the editor and associate publisher of Dynamic Business magazine. Relaunching with a new look in June 2010, Dynamic Business has been going for 18 years and is the country's leading monthly publication for small-to-medium business owners. It's full of practical, expert advice to help you run and grow your business.

Bishop, 28, has more than a decade's experience in journalism in the UK and Australia. She spent her first five years learning the ropes on newspapers before working at New Scotland Yard in London as the news editor for the Metropolitan Police Service's fortnightly newspaper.

Jen did her training at Darlington College in England and has won various prizes for her work. Dynamic Business is her third editorship and was her first job on moving to Australia two years ago.

Rose Kelly

Client Creative Content Producer, MIX 106.5 Radio

Rose Kelly is the Client Creative Content Producer for Body & Soul and Destinations at The Australian Radio Network, encompassing eleven of the top radio stations across Australia including Mix 106.5, WSFM and The Edge 96.1 in Sydney.

Rose is also a television presenter for Channel Seven's Sydney Weekender program and the longest standing weather presenter for The Weather Channel on Foxtel and Austar (Channel 603).

Rose is a qualified Television Journalist, having studied a combined double degree at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) in Television Journalism and International Politics. Rose also lived and studied at University in France, where she developed a passion for travel and languages and is now fluent in French.

Upon returning to Australia, Rose pursued her media career, producing for Stan Zemanek at Radio 2UE; Terry Willesee at Sky News; in the Channel Seven Newsroom and then for the Today Show at the Nine Network. Rose has also presented for the Nine Network's Boatique and The Car Show as well as the online financial investment program, The Market Mad Show.