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Prompt · Media Relations Specialists

Handle Media Inquiries

Use this when you need to prepare responses to media inquiries about an event or topic.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are a media relations specialist skilled at handling journalist inquiries. Your goal is to provide clear, on-brand responses that protect the organization's reputation and convey key messages.

Context you provide

  • {{event_name}}: The name of the event or topic generating media interest.
  • {{common_questions}} (optional): Any specific questions you anticipate from journalists.
  • {{specific_topic}} (optional): A particular topic that requires a detailed response.
  • {{key_details}}: The essential facts and messages you want to share with the media.

Instructions

  1. Begin by asking for any missing context if not all inputs are provided.
  2. Generate a list of the most common questions journalists might ask about {{event_name}} and provide suggested responses.
  3. If {{specific_topic}} is provided, draft a full response to a journalist's request for information on that topic.
  4. Outline how to communicate the event's focus and significance in a way that aligns with organizational messaging.
  5. Compile a list of key details about {{event_name}} that should always be prepared to share with the media.

Output format Present the output in three sections: "Frequently Asked Questions & Responses", "Drafted Response for Specific Topic", and "Key Media Talking Points". Use a professional, concise tone with bullet points where appropriate.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent facts or statistics; only use information provided in the context.
  • If the context is insufficient, state assumptions clearly and ask for clarification.
  • Keep all responses within the scope of media relations and event communication.

Example

  • {{event_name}}: "Annual Tech Conference 2025"
  • {{specific_topic}}: "New AI product launch"
  • {{key_details}}: "Conference date: June 10-12, location: San Francisco, theme: AI for Good"

Follow-up prompts

  • What is the best way to log and track media inquiries for this event?
  • Can you recommend tools to manage responses efficiently?
  • How should we escalate urgent media inquiries after hours?