Frequently Asked Questions

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We provide or assist with:

• Vibrant, memorable media packages for distribution to key audiences
• Media pitches and media management 
• Public communications campaigns including broadcast and digital media buys
• Strategic distribution of your message including the tools to lobby for action from members of key decision-making organizations
• Expanding your reach and elevating your brand via a custom blog and/or newsletter with high click rates (book an advisory session or contract with us to do the work)
• Public speaking and media coaching so your team is more clear and effective in public appearances and interviews (half-day, one-day or two-day sessions)
• Strategic planning and project management including creating and/or execution of campaigns and business, marketing and fundraising plans
• Event planning support (program, media, sponsor/sales strategies) 
• Executive support including crisis management counseling, strategic advice, communications services, and skills/needs assessments (we offer a great rate for the certified online test and a 2-hour consultation by an experienced Birkman Method coach)

To ask questions or talk about your needs, contact founder and CEO Elizabeth Thompson at e@ethompsonmedia.com.

We work with businesses of all sizes across a variety of industries and nonprofit organizations including think tanks, community service teams, and newsrooms.

We also work with busy managers or executives who need help managing projects, solving problems and crafting messages.

We take ROI seriously. Our clients tell us what they want. We tell them what we think is achievable and what we are equipped to deliver.  Metrics can include:

• Increased search engine activity
• Increased name recognition or brand awareness
• Increased number / quality of media mentions
• Increase in number of interview requests and public speaking invitations
• Shifts in opinion (measured via surveys, polls and focus groups)
• Policies and/or procedures created , revised or discarded
• Visible social, cultural or behavioral change
• Strategic partnerships formed or strengthened
• Number of sponsors secured
• Amount of money raised
• Number of items, services or tickets sold
• Social media reach and influence increased

Pricing is available on an hourly, per-project, retainer or limited contract basis, and is driven by your requirements and desired timeline. Hourly rates vary depending on the type of work and, for nonprofits, the annual budget size of the client.

Once we understand your needs, we will submit a detailed proposal for work — often consisting of more than one option to give you and your team the flexibility to choose the right level of support at a price that is right for you.