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Friday, March 18, 2011

CFoxComm: @aitheatercollab you’re welcome, hope you enjoyed it! #creativemoco
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aitheatercollab: Thanks @CFoxComm and @creativemoco for a great event this morning! #creativemoco
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thepuppetco: Wonderful Bloggers Brunch! @creativemoco Great to meet @jessicaAPISS @MauraJudkis in person. #creativemoco
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ClassActsArts: RT @creativemoco: RT @claricesmithctr: Loved meeting/seeing again @dance_DC @andmegansaid @MauraJudkis & @catelouie.
Thanks for the great event! #creativemoco
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creativemoco: Unpacking/tallying survey results from today's brunch. What other events/opportunities would you like to see from us?
#creativemoco

creativemoco: RT @claricesmithctr: Loved meeting/seeing again @dance_DC @andmegansaid @MauraJudkis & @catelouie. Thanks for the
great event! #creativemoco

jessicaAPISS: RT @creativemoco: #FollowFriday Thanks to today's panelists @USATKindess @mgrass @maurajudkis @jessicaAPISS
@GregsListDC @terabithia4 @poststyle #creativemoco


claricesmithctr: Loved meeting/seeing again @dance_DC, @andmegansaid, @MauraJudkis & @catelouie. Thanks for the great event,
@creativemoco! #creativemoco
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jessicaAPISS: @eatslovehappy wow, thanks so much! adding YOUR site to my RSS and blogroll right now! :) #creativemoco
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andmegansaid: @catelouie Great seeing you today! #creativemoco

andmegansaid: @dance_DC @undodog Great meeting you too. Hooray for IRL Twitter friends! #creativemoco

creativemoco: #FollowFriday Thanks to today's panelists @USATKindess @mgrass @maurajudkis @jessicaAPISS @GregsListDC
@terabithia4 @poststyle #creativemoco

dance_dc: @andmegansaid @undodog Great meeting you both at the Bloggers Brunch! #creativemoco
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creativemoco: Looking back at all the #creativemoco tweets. Thanks to all those who attended, our fabulous panelists and @CarrieFox for
moderating!

eatslovehappy: @jessicaAPISS Thanks for the follow! It was great hearing you speak today. You were def. the blogger that I relate to the most
#creativemoco

eatslovehappy: Learned a lot more about Patch today thanks to @terabithia4 #creativemoco @GburgPatch @NPotomacPatch
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carriefox: #FF Thanks @USATKindess, @mgrass, @maurajudkis, @jessicaAPISS, @GregsListDC, @terabithia4, @poststyle for joining 2days
#creativemoco panel

CFoxComm: Thank you to all of our participants and panelists today and our moderator @CarrieFox. It was a great event! #creativemoco
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docsinprogress: Target pitches sez @MauraJudkis. Esp. interested in how cuts in arts funding and arts educ are affecting impact. #creativemoco
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juliefeldman: RT @cfoxcomm Love it! RT @MusicalTheaterC Free giveaways? Funky stories! Charlie Sheen lookalike?! Welcome 2 the
BloggerBrunch #creativemoco

ClassActsArts: RT @MusicalTheaterC: Free giveaways? Funky stories! Charlie Sheen look‐alike?! Welcome to the Blogger Brunch. Wish you were
having fun too?! #creativemoco

TMstrategy: Crowd is really swarming panelists after #creativemoco http://yfrog.com/gzw3jnxj

CFoxComm: Love it! RT: @MusicalTheaterC Free giveaways? Funky stories! Charlie Sheen look‐alike?! Welcome to the Blogger Brunch.
#creativemoco

TMstrategy: How are you as arts nonprofits fighting budget cuts and making it work‐ @usatkindess Christie wants to hear #creativemoco

MusicalTheaterC: Free giveaways? Funky stories! Charlie Sheen look‐alike?! Welcome to the Blogger Brunch. Wish you were having fun too?!
#creativemoco

aitheatercollab: When pitching reporters, the more targeted the pitch the better. #creativemoco
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Lauren_Reese: RT @docsinprogress City Paper's @mgrass admits @wcp is hard to pitch to. Does not like packaged PR pitches. Find local
angle. #creativemoco

CFoxComm: @mgrass recommends knowing who you're pitching too to get the best results. His advice ‐ personalize the pitch.
#creativemoco

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docsinprogress: City Paper's @mgrass admits @wcp is hard to pitch to. Does not like packaged PR pitches. Find local angle.
#creativemoco

TMstrategy: @mgrass says Wash City Paper is hard to pitch. Know who u are pitching, find local angle. @wcp is not service journalism
#creativemoco
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CFoxComm: @MauraJudkis from @TBD is looking for the stories that are different. #creativemoco

TMstrategy: "Angle I like is the under‐reported on and crazy" @maurajudkis #creativemoco

claricesmithctr: Thanks for the shout‐out, Jackie Trescott @washingtonpost. We do have a new season announcement coming up!
#creativemoco
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aitheatercollab: TBD looks for the weird odd ball angle when looking for stories. #creativemoco

docsinprogress: Patch.com's @terabithia4 interested in nexus of business & arts. Also focuses on volunteer opportunities esp in
#silverspring #creativemoco

TMstrategy: @jessicaapiss giveaways are good for promo on blogs like hers‐ 2 tickets if adult product & 4 tickets if a family production
#creativemoco

CFoxComm: @terabithia4 a lot of notice is a good thing when sending stories or events! #creativemoco

catelouie: @realdealed Check the #creativemoco tag..there are some great tweets there. I got here late so my tweets aren't as good :‐/

eatslovehappy: @jessicaapiss loves giveaways on her blog. Don't we all! #creativemoco check her out aparentinsilverspring.com
#dcbloggers
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catelouie: RT @undodog: Mommy blogger? AARP has a grandma blogger! Try topping that! #creativemoco
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catelouie: Getting lots of great information about blogging at the #creativemoco Blogger Brunch

TMstrategy: Attendees are locked into what the panelists are sharing at #creativemoco http://yfrog.com/gzepyesj

CFoxComm: @GregsListDC recommends using Google Ads #creativemoco

CFoxComm: @aitheatercollab any you'd like to share? We'd love to hear it! #creativemoco

undodog: Mommy blogger? AARP has a grandma blogger! Try topping that! #creativemoco

TMstrategy: "Raising little people is all consuming" says super popular momblogger @jessicaAPISS at #creativemoco Love it!

Lauren_Reese: @terabithia4 "there is an audience of active parents" regular news orgs are going after this niche audience. #creativemoco

aitheatercollab: Gettin some good tips at the #creativemoco Blogger Brunch this morning!

CFoxComm: @JessicaAPISS Mommy blogging is a hot trend right now with a huge readership ‐ @Washingtonian has their own mommy blogger
#creativemoco

TMstrategy: Mommybloggers ethics‐ @jessicaApiss conduct yourself with journo integrity. Pitching mombloggers them like traditional media
#creativemoco

Lauren_Reese: Treat mom bloggers like journalists, like they work at a news org. #creativemoco

docsinprogress: Mommybloggers don't want to be shills if you want to be taken seriously. Treat them in same way as other journalists.
#creativemoco

Lauren_Reese: @jessicaAPISS mommybloggers have become popular because women online have become popular. Raising little people is
exciting! #creativemoco

CFoxComm: @museumnerd Jackie is a panelist for @creativemoco's Blogger Brunch event at @writerscenter today. #creativemoco

writerscenter: RT @docsinprogress: OK to skip clever titles to ensure there are good keywords in it. Look at what words show up in your Google
Analytics #creativemoco

TMstrategy: At the @creativemoco event #creativemoco @GregsListDC is funny‐ cracking a few jokes! Yay

claricesmithctr: Help reporters find your content: Go through SEO training & use keyword‐friendly titles. #creativemoco
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writerscenter: RT @TMstrategy: Make sure the about us page is really ROBUST says @terabithia4 #pr #creativemoco

TMstrategy: @tbd sees more comments on story on FB then on blog comment section says @maurajudkis #creativemoco

metropolis718: Use your FB page as a conversation starter to engage with your patrons, not just a place to post content. #creativemoco

CFoxComm: Facebook is a great place to start a conversation. Tag other organizations to bring them into the convo! #creativemoco

TMstrategy: FB is not reposting story its really about user engagement to ask questions says @usatkindess Christie #creativemoco

CFoxComm: From @USATkindness turn a story into a question for your Facebook page. #creativemoco

CFoxComm: RT: @docsinprogress Need a very good About Us page. And make contact info really clear and easy to find. #creativemoco

TMstrategy: Make sure the about us page is really ROBUST says @terabithia4 #pr #creativemoco

docsinprogress: Need a very good About Us page. And make contact info really clear and easy to find. #creativemoco

TMstrategy: Put key words in front of colons says @maurajudkis #creativemoco

CFoxComm: Journalists and bloggers are constantly being trained on how to make their articles search friendly. #creativemoco

docsinprogress: OK to skip clever titles to ensure there are good keywords in it. Look at what words show up in your Google Analytics
#creativemoco

TMstrategy: @GregsListDC says reporters check google analytics to see what stories they write that get traction #creativemoco

CFoxComm: From @GregsListDC: Google analytics is great tool for finding the words that will drive traffic to your site. #creativemoco

TMstrategy: Great tip‐ @mgrass says have 1 stop shop online for all info for reporters‐ history. mission statement, breaking news
#creativemoco

Lauren_Reese: Creativity not always SEO friendly. Keywords count! #creativemoco

docsinprogress: Good to work keywords in URLs for search engine optimization [aside: one gripe I have abt Joomla] #creativemoco

TMstrategy: @carriefox reminds attendees to tag press releases so #journo following key words can find it. @usatkindess & @mgrass agree
#creativemoco

Lauren_Reese: Critical to tag info u R pushing out. Gear it towards those who may b actively looking/monitoring ur subject matter. keyword!
#creativemoco

CFoxComm: Jackie Trescott from @poststyle recommends being v. specific in your tags and search terms to boost hits for your blog.
#creativemoco

CFoxComm: @mgrass discusses the power of news arriving directly in your inbox. #creativemoco

writerscenter: Amy @terebithia4 says use an RSS feed on your blog for ease of distribution. #creativemoco.
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docsinprogress: Important to deliver content in different ways but limit work in delivering that content. E‐mail still king for many.
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Lauren_Reese: Starting a blog? Buy your own domain from the get‐go. Your blog could be huge! #creativemoco

andmegansaid: Tumblr as an easy way to start a blog. Thanks to @jaclynday for introducing me to it in 07! #creativemoco

CFoxComm: @jessicaAPISS recommends promoting an RSS email feed to your readers #creativemoco

eatslovehappy: For those of you who are on the fence...buy you own domain (before someone else does!) Via @jessicaapiss #creativemoco

metropolis718: For blogs, a genuine voice & personality are appreciated for organizations #creativemoco

andmegansaid: .@jessicaAPISS says share as much as you're willing to on your blog & other platforms; your readership increases
#creativemoco

TMstrategy: Readership increases if you are real, truthful, and honest @jessicaAPISS #creativemoco #pr

CFoxComm: Looking for a break during the day? Follow @museumnerd according to Jackie Trescott from @poststyle #creativemoco

TMstrategy: We encourage reporters at city paper to use personal handles and channels. The cult of personality. @mgrass says at
#creativemoco

writerscenter: RT @creativemoco: #creativemoco. TBD is open to seeing & using your videos. Great opp to share back stage peeks & stories that
can lead to bigger coverage.
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eatslovehappy: You can still add a personal touch to a professional post. Its up to you organization to draw the line. Don't be afraid to ask
#creativemoco

writerscenter: RT @metropolis718: RT @MinnieMoonPress: Remarkable stories have potential to go cross‐platform. Seek media partnerships.
#creativemoco

TMstrategy: Yet different voice Amy @terabithia4 says editors are face of local Patch and some personal tidbits are good but fine line
#creativemoco

creativemoco: So many thoughts from today's blogger brunch. Follow the #creativemoco hashtag!

CFoxComm: @eatslovehappy We'd love to read it! #creativemoco

andmegansaid: Social media policies: @poststyle has FB, Twitter and Tumblr; @terabithia4 says Patch gets more personal, but careful
#creativemoco

TMstrategy: Jackie Trescott from @poststyle gives warning to keep personal and work FB and Twitter separate #creativemoco

metropolis718: RT @MinnieMoonPress: Remarkable stories have potential to go cross‐platform. Seek media partnerships. #creativemoco

creativemoco: #creativemoco. TBD is open to seeing & using your videos. Great opp to share back stage peeks & stories that can lead to bigger
coverage.

MinnieMoonPress: Remarkable stories have potential to go cross‐platform. Seek media partnerships. #creativemoco
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metropolis718: love that "I still watch tv" and "traditional email" are quotes coming from today's session. #creativemoco

eatslovehappy: At the blogger brunch learning a ton from some great DC bloggers. Expect a post later! #creativemoco

writerscenter: RT @metropolis718: .@MauraJudkis loves user generated video ‐ with her stories, your video could end up on air #creativemoco

TMstrategy: User video that @maurajudkis gets can be then used on sister outlet of NewsChannel8/ABC7. Its gotta be a remarkable story
#creativemoco

metropolis718: .@MauraJudkis loves user generated video ‐ with her stories, your video could end up on air #creativemoco

creativemoco: Thank you to @terabithia4 for helping us promote the Arts & Economic Prosperity IV study! #creativemoco

CFoxComm: @terabithia4 stresses the importance of comments ‐ users are able to connect with editors and each other #creativemoco


TMstrategy: We moderate comments very closely. Writers and editors take it personally. Commenters can create community @terabithia4 at
#creativemoco #pr

MinnieMoonPress: Guest blogger will be considered if their info has value for readers ‐ just like print. #creativemoco

docsinprogress: For guest blogging, important that stories connect with the reader, not just be self‐promotional or masked advertising.
#creativemoco

CFoxComm: Bloggers have mixed reviews on user generated content and guest posts. What are your thoughts? #creativemoco

TMstrategy: User generated content is good if goal is to offer value to reader not self promo says @jessicaAPISS #creativemoco #pr

TMstrategy: @usaTkindness says #pr tip‐ don't send photos in first pitch it clogs inbox. Link to video is great #creativemoco

creativemoco: #creativemoco Q: Are the bloggers interested in receiving invitations to interact with the arts/hum event before the curtain
rises?

QTGamer86: RT @metropolis7182011Settling in at the blogger brunch. Excited! #creativemoco
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CFoxComm: Interesting point discussed at our last event ‐ @USATKindness uses Twitter as a way to build and interact with her audience
#creativemoco

docsinprogress: Bloggers say Twitter is a way to build audience beyond the blog. Bloggers vary in how much they use Twitter though
#creativemoco

TMstrategy: #creativemoco founder of @GregsListDC says site is future looking on DC events not coverage of past events #pr tip


writerscenter: RT @TMstrategy: Interesting media weighs in on Twitter for new stories‐ they use it but miss 1 in 10 trends/posts #creativemoco

CFoxComm: @MauraJudkis enjoys working with smaller organizations as they give her more access. #creativemoco

docsinprogress: Q abt how small arts orgs can get coverage for their events. @maurajudkis loves to cover small theater orgs bc more access
#creativemoco

metropolis718: Shout out to @forumtheatre and how they gave @MauraJudkis great access ‐ a reason she prefers smaller groups
#creativemoco

TMstrategy: @maurajudkis likes covering small arts nonprofits bc of deeper access‐ a full story. #creativemoco #pr #art

creativemoco: #creativemoco Q: what percent of your coverage focuses on MoCo & how can we help you increase MoCo coverage?

CFoxComm: Using an events calendar allows @terabithia4 to learn about and cover events in her community #creativemoco

MinnieMoonPress: Social media isnt a relacement for attending events, even if its a powerful communication tool. #creativemoco

writerscenter: What panelists @blogger brunch speak to is this: You've got to be ACTIVE with your blog. #creativemoco.

TMstrategy: Interesting media weighs in on Twitter for new stories‐ they use it but miss 1 in 10 trends/posts #creativemoco

writerscenter: If a blogger blogged in the woods, would anyone know it? #creativemoco.

metropolis718: .@MauraJudkis is attending & reviewing theatre 7 nights a week #creativemoco

creativemoco: RT @MinnieMoonPress: Love the phrase "traditional email". #creativemoco #blogger brunch # nostalgia

andmegansaid: Panelists mention following conferences on Twitter through hashtags. Haaaay, #NAMPC10. #creativemoco

MinnieMoonPress: Love the phrase "traditional email". #creativemoco #blogger brunch # nostalgia

creativemoco: .@GregsListDC mentions finding NTEN trending yesterday. @SuzanJenkins was there! #creativemoco

CFoxComm: Interesting to see about half of our attendees today are on Twitter ‐ don't forget to participate in our chat using
#creativemoco

andmegansaid: Alternating between here and @creativemoco for this event. Ahh! #creativemoco

docsinprogress: Amusing to see that many of these bloggers see e‐mail as the "traditional" form of finding out about arts events #creativemoco

hoosteen: RT @writerscenter: artsjournal.com: an aggregate of arts events worldwide. #creativemoco.

docsinprogress: Arts bloggers do find out stuff thru Twitter and FB but overwhelming info. Only 1 in 10 FB feeds are seen by followers.
#creativemoco

writerscenter: artsjournal.com: an aggregate of arts events worldwide. #creativemoco.

CFoxComm: All bloggers agree Twitter is a great place to find stories. #creativemoco

creativemoco: How to follow trends and get ideas for reporting? @poststyle: calls & emails. Plus blogs and other papers #creativemoco

writerscenter: RT @creativemoco: Full house! We've got @USATKindness @mgrass @MauraJudkis @terabithia4 @jessicaAPISS
@gregslistdc @poststyle #creativemoco

docsinprogress: Jackie Trescott from @poststyle does answer the phone. Reads Arts Journal and major dailies. #creativemoco

Lauren_Reese: Speaking at today's Blogger Brunch @USATKindness @mgrass @MauraJudkis @terabithia4 @jessicaAPISS @gregslistdc
@poststyle #creativemoco

TMstrategy: @jessicaAPISS didn't set out to be a sensation. It was to give moms like her a voice #creativemoco

creativemoco: Right? RT @writerscenter: Quotidian theatre's set looks awesome at blogger brunch. #creativemoco

creativemoco: Full house! We've got @USATKindness @mgrass @MauraJudkis @terabithia4 @jessicaAPISS @gregslistdc @poststyle
#creativemoco

andmegansaid: At the brunch: @USATKindness @mgrass @MauraJudkis @terabithia4 @jessicaAPISS @gregslistdc @poststyle #creativemoco

metropolis718: @writerscenter yes, set looks fantastic! makes me want to order a piece of pie. #creativemoco

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