Hi there. I'm an editor who was recently approached by a PR firm who works with below the line talent and I'm curious if anyone has experience working with a PR firm and/or has advice for me.
I edited the most episodes of the original Suits series as well as the major episodes (premieres, finales, series finale, etc). I also recently cut the pilot to the reboot Suits LA which got greenlit and am currently editing S01.
The PR firm who approached me feels that based off of this experience they could help raise my profile by getting articles written about my contributions as well potential podcasts and panels. Capitalizing off of the hype surrounding the premiere of the new series.
I'm considering this because of the competitive nature of the industry at the moment but the $3000 price tag associated with their service is giving me pause since finances are tight.
Any thoughts on if this could be worth it or knowledge of how to generate interviews on my own etc?
Much appreciated.
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What’s your goal? To get more (and better paying) editing jobs in TV? Features?
I suppose the standard way to do this is word of mouth. Keep in contact with producers and other editors to know what jobs are available. Do a good job and they’ll keep hiring you. Have a strong web presence so new people can find you.
I’m a freelance animator and filmmaker. I also worked as a website designer, having done about 50 sites for small businesses, many in the local film biz. I’ve never paid for PR (or heard of anyone who has) but having a website is important. You can do that for cheaper than 3k.
I’ll take that back, I do know a filmmaker who paid for PR related to a film they had produced. Slightly different, as they had screenings and Blu-ray sales to promote.