Introduction to Media Relations

This session is open to academics and early career researchers in the Faculty of Engineering who’d like to find out more about the following areas:

• Introduction to working with UCL Media Relations

• Why do media, and how to make it work for you

• What makes a research story 'newsworthy'

• The press release process

• Storytelling, pitches and exclusives

• Spotlight on recent UCL research that made headlines

Audience:

This workshop is open to any academic or PhD/postdoc within the Faculty of Engineering

Venue:

UCL, G08 Sir David Davies Lecture Theatre, Roberts Building, Torrington Place, London, WC1E 7JE

Booking:

Availability is limited and will be on a first-come first-served basis. Sessions will run regularly throughout the year, look out for further details via your Department or the Faculty.

Lead presenter:

Dr Matt Midgley
Media Relations Manager (Medical Sciences and Engineering)
UCL Office of the Vice President, External Engagement