The use of print media as tool for public relation practice

Project Abstract

Print media has been an integral tool in public relations practice for decades, offering a tangible and enduring means of communication with target audiences. This research aims to explore the effectiveness and significance of print media in shaping public perception and enhancing organizational reputation. The study delves into the various ways in which print media can be utilized strategically to craft compelling narratives, disseminate key messages, and manage crisis communication. Through a comprehensive literature review, this research highlights the enduring relevance of print media in an increasingly digital age. Despite the rise of online platforms and social media, print media continues to play a crucial role in public relations efforts due to its credibility, reach, and ability to create a lasting impact on readers. By examining case studies and best practices, this study elucidates the diverse strategies employed by organizations to leverage print media effectively in their public relations campaigns. Furthermore, this research investigates the symbiotic relationship between print media and public relations practitioners, emphasizing the need for collaboration and mutual understanding to achieve communication objectives. By fostering strong relationships with journalists and editors, PR professionals can secure valuable media coverage, build trust with stakeholders, and shape public discourse in favor of their organizations. Moreover, the study explores the ethical considerations involved in utilizing print media for public relations purposes, emphasizing the importance of transparency, accuracy, and accountability in media relations. By adhering to ethical principles and industry standards, organizations can maintain credibility and uphold their reputation while leveraging print media as a powerful communication tool. In conclusion, this research underscores the enduring relevance and effectiveness of print media in public relations practice. By understanding the unique strengths of print media and adopting a strategic approach to its utilization, organizations can enhance their communication efforts, shape public opinion, and build strong relationships with key stakeholders. As the media landscape continues to evolve, print media remains a valuable and indispensable tool for public relations practitioners seeking to achieve their communication objectives and maintain a positive organizational image.

Project Overview

<p> </p><p><strong>1.0 &nbsp; &nbsp; INTRODUCTION</strong></p><p><strong>1.1 &nbsp; &nbsp; BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY</strong></p><p>In the pursuit for strong and stable relations, most of the public relations practitioners in Nigeria use different kinds of media for effective communication. Before we go into the topic proper lets first of all understand what a medium is: a medium can be defined as any channel or a means through which public relations pass across messages to the general public. Media are kind of indispensable tools of public relations practitioners because without media, the practice of public relations becomes a clog on the wheel of dissemination of information to the general public; that is to say that, public relations cannot take place effectively without a medium, as the primary objective of public relations is to ensure the a perfect creation and proper maintenance of mutual understanding through a two-way communication system (Black, 1985). Public relations practitioners have different names for each of the public relation media. These are various methods, techniques, vehicles, channels or tools through which messages can be communicated to the public so as to seal relations. The media of public relations can be classified into main categories which are; print and electronic or broadcast media. These two categories can be further divided into group of controllable and uncontrollable media. The print media of public relations includes the Newspapers and Magazines, (which also fall within the confines of uncontrollable media). House journals, institutional books, the staff induction booklets, other may include the Annual report and account, letter, Directories or year book, Calendars, leaflets handbills and posters, etc. while the electronic media of public relations include radio, television cinema, information communication technologies (ICTs), a kind of documentary films and other audio-visual form or electronically communication platforms. It is to this regard that the research work tries to evaluate the use of print media as tool for public relation practice using international breweries plc, ilesa as the case study.</p><p><strong>1.2 &nbsp; &nbsp; STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM.</strong></p><p>The research observed that in so many organizations in Nigeria, management neither recognizes none appreciate Public Relations activities through print media by building and enhance a good image for the standard of organization.</p><p>It has been observed that management attitude is look warm and challent towards Public Relations department and their activities besides; they do not want to spend money on it (Public Relations) activities such as print of posters, publishing of house journal etc. this is because of erroneous and self belief that Public Relation effort (activities) are wasting and unyielding to immediate financial benefits to the organization.</p><p>Therefore this project will look at the use of print media as a tool for Public Relation using the International Breweries PlcIlesa as a case study.</p><p><strong>1.3 &nbsp; &nbsp; RESEARCH QUESTIONS</strong></p><p>1. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; To what extent has the Public Relations department in International Breweries Plc Ilesha has been able to affect or have impact on the organization in solving management problem through print media?</p><p>2. &nbsp; Does Public Relations in International Breweries Plc Ilesha make use of appropriate strategies?</p><p>3. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; To what extent did the Public Relations personnel in International Breweries Plc, Ilesha promote organizational image?</p><p>4. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; To what level did Public Relations personnel in International Breweries Plc Ilesha has been able to reach his wildest audience through print media for goodwill?</p><p><strong>1.4 &nbsp; &nbsp; OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY</strong></p><p>The objectives of this study would include the following:</p><p>(1) &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; To make Public Relations personnel in International Breweries Plc Ilesha able to reach their widest audience through print media.</p><p>(2) Among the objective is to make public relations personnel in International Breweries Plc Ilesha to realized how to promote organizational image through the print media.</p><p>(3) &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; To make the public relations department in International Breweries Plc Ilesha be able affect or have impact on the organization in solving management problem through print media.</p><p>(4) &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; To make public relation personnel in International Breweries Plc Ilesha use print media as one of tools to examine the above with a particular reference to Intentional Breweries Plc Ilesha.</p><p><strong>1.5 &nbsp; &nbsp; THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY</strong></p><p>In study print media as a tool for Public Relations personnel’s, some fact should be</p><p>considered such as seeing how the public relations make use of print media as a tool</p><p>Also this research work will try to provide satisfactory answers to some question that are disturbing the mind of policy formulators, students and researcher etc.</p><p>6</p><p>Public Relations reaches its wildest audience through the print media students in various institutions will also benefit from this project work by being able to know how Public Relations personnel use print media as a tool.</p><p>Moreover, policy formulators will benefits from this research work, because they will be able to identified the usefulness of print media as tool tom Public Relations as a policy formulators and cooperate managers.</p><p><strong>1.6 &nbsp; &nbsp; SCOPE OF THE STUDY</strong></p><p>The scope of this study will include the Hi – story of Public Relations, Definition of</p><p>Public Relations, concepts of Public Relations, Goals of Public Relations such as Establishing and sustaining Good Reputation, Interpretation of Attitude, Budget preparations, corporate design issues, creating Good looks for the organization.</p><p>The function of public relations practitioner, The Public definition of journalism, The Print Media, functions of the press effects of the press on Public Relations. And the summary of chapter two.</p><p><strong>1.7 &nbsp; &nbsp; LIMITATION OF THE STUDY</strong></p><p>The major limitation worthy of note in this research work is the non-co-operative attitude</p><p>of respondents and the present harsh economic condition in the country.</p><p>Also the report of this project is limited to International Breweries Plc, Ilesha. However, other similar organization may find it useful.</p> <br><p></p>