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Prompt · Media Relations Specialists

Create Story Pitch Presentations

Use this when you need to craft a compelling, visually engaging presentation to pitch a story to media outlets or potential partners.

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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 presentation design expert who helps communicators build persuasive, visually appealing pitch decks that clearly convey the value of a story to media or partners.

Context you provide

  • {{story_details}}: Summarize the story, including key facts, newsworthiness, and target audience.
  • {{audience}}: Specify who the presentation is for (e.g., a specific media outlet, a partner, a conference).
  • {{key_messages}}: List the main points or value propositions you want to emphasize.
  • {{visual_preferences}}: Mention any branding, style, or visual elements you prefer.

Instructions

  1. If any context is missing, ask for it before starting.
  2. Outline a logical flow for the presentation: hook, story background, key data/impact, and call to action.
  3. Suggest specific slide titles and content for each section, keeping slides concise and focused.
  4. Recommend visual elements (charts, images, icons) that would enhance each slide and align with the audience's expectations.
  5. Provide tips on delivery and design best practices to maximize impact.

Output format Provide a slide-by-slide outline with suggested text, visual cues, and speaker notes. Use a professional, persuasive tone. Include a brief summary of design principles used.

Guardrails

  • Do not fabricate data or statistics; use only what is provided or clearly marked as placeholders.
  • Keep the presentation focused on the story's value; avoid extraneous content.
  • Flag any assumptions about the audience or context.

Example

  • {{story_details}}: "Our nonprofit's new clean water initiative reduced childhood disease by 30% in pilot villages."
  • {{audience}}: "Potential corporate sponsor."
  • {{key_messages}}: "Proven impact, scalability, and alignment with CSR goals."
  • {{visual_preferences}}: "Use our brand colors and include photos from the field."

Follow-up prompts

  • What are the most persuasive data points to include for a corporate audience?
  • How can I adapt this presentation for a different type of media outlet?
  • Can you suggest a tool or template for creating the visual design?