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Shared Cost or a Dedicated Story? Choosing the Right SMT Format

Not every brand needs the same type of Satellite Media Tour. The right format depends on the campaign’s budget, timing, message and how much of the interview the brand needs to own. A Satellite Media Tour (SMT) connects a spokesperson with multiple television programs for a series of interviews conducted in one day. In a […]

What to Know Before Booking a Radio Media Tour

Radio continues to be an effective way for brands to reach targeted audiences through trusted local and national voices. Whether used as a standalone campaign or as a complement to television interviews, a radio media tour can deliver broad exposure in a concentrated period of time. The right radio media tour agency will manage the […]

Broadcast Media Platforms: How TV, Radio, and Digital Work Together

Broadcast media has expanded far beyond traditional television and radio. Today, audiences watch and listen across local news programs, national networks, streaming services, connected TVs, podcasts, websites, and social media. For brands and PR professionals, this creates more ways to reach audiences through one coordinated campaign. A modern satellite media tour is no longer limited […]

Virtual Media Tours: A Practical Guide for PR Teams

Virtual media tours have moved beyond being an alternative to traditional satellite media tours. For many PR agencies and brands, they are now a practical way to generate television coverage quickly, efficiently, and without requiring a spokesperson to travel to a studio. A virtual media tour, or VMT, connects a spokesperson remotely with television stations […]

What Is a Co-op Satellite Media Tour and Why Brands Are Using Them

For brands looking to generate television coverage without carrying the full cost of a traditional media tour, a co-op satellite media tour can offer a practical alternative. A co-op SMT brings several noncompeting brands together around one timely, consumer-friendly story. The brands share the production and media booking expenses while each receives exposure during the […]

Top Satellite Media Tour Companies: What Sets PLUS Media Apart

Choosing among the top satellite media tour companies is not simply a matter of comparing prices or counting promised interviews. The right company should understand how television works, what producers look for, and how to turn a brand message into a story viewers will find useful and relevant. A satellite media tour can generate extensive […]

What to Look for Before You Book a Satellite Media Tour Company

A satellite media tour can be one of the most efficient ways to generate earned media coverage in a short period of time. In one morning, a spokesperson can speak directly to television audiences across the country, deliver a consistent message, and help a campaign earn visibility through trusted TV +news programming. But not all […]

The ROI Showdown: Satellite Media Tours vs. Influencer Marketing

In today’s marketing landscape, brands have more options than ever to reach their audience. Two of the most popular strategies, Satellite Media Tours (SMTs) and Influencer Marketing, both promise visibility, engagement, and results. But when it comes to real ROI, which one delivers? Here at PLUS Media, we help brands navigate this exact dilemma. Each […]

Why Producers Book Stories, Not Brands

One of the biggest mistakes companies make when they approach television is thinking that a brand, by itself, is enough to get booked. It usually isn’t. Producers are not sitting in editorial meetings asking, “Which brand should we feature today?” They are asking, “What story will be useful, timely, visual, credible, and interesting to our […]

The Difference Between Being Seen and Being Trusted

Every brand wants visibility. More views. More impressions. More clicks. More followers. More content in front of more people. And visibility matters. A brand cannot grow if no one knows it exists. Social media, digital advertising, influencer partnerships, newsletters, podcasts, and video content all help brands stay active and present. But being seen is not […]