Pitching your Projects to the Press

Learn how to get your work noticed and published in the press in this practical and inspirational workshop

If you’ve ever wondered the best way to get your work noticed and published in the press, this practical and inspirational workshop will provide invaluable insider tips.

In Part 1, we’ll look at assessing the publication market and pinpointing how to identify the right feature options for you and your project.

In Part 2, we’ll focus on pitching, including what images and information to send, what editors are looking for, how to make your submission stand out in a fresh way, and what happens next after a publication says Yes.

In Part 3, we’ll investigate additional options including collaborating with photographers and freelance writers, putting work with photo agencies, building a profile to get you noticed, plus Q & A.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• how to assess which publications to approach, and the importance of identifying a match between your project and the publication
• why it’s worth waiting until your project is 100% ready before pitching
• how publishing timelines work and an insight into decision-making
• why sometimes it will be a yes - and how to re-group if it is a no!
• tips and takeaways from editors and photographers

WHAT YOU WILL LEAVE WITH

• an insider’s guide to professional pitching
• an understanding of what editors look for in a pitch-worthy house
• the lowdown on what information and images to send – and when
• a new confidence to approach the press with great stories
• an appreciation of the importance of networking with the press

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This CPD is for interior designers at all stages of their careers, member and non-member tickets are available.

Unable to make the session? Book on to our afternoon session on Wednesday 16th January 2025 at 3:00pm

ABOUT THE SPEAKER

Judith Wilson is a London-based interiors journalist, author, and lecturer.  Her work has appeared in numerous national magazines including House & Garden, Homes & Gardens, The English Home, Living etc and Country Homes & Interiors.  She is the author of 14 books on interior design: her latest is Think Home (Ryland Peters & Small).  Her books have been published widely in the Europe and the US.

judithwilsonwrites.com 

Instagram: @judithwrites

Additional information

Once you have registered for this event on Eventbrite you will receive the link to the event content in your confirmation email, and in a reminder email before the event starts. 

If this event is fully booked, please join the waiting list. If you are no longer able to attend, please inform the office so that we can give your spot to someone else.

The advertised price does not include VAT. 

BIID member rate open to Registered Interior Designers, Associate members, Provisional Associate members, Student members, Affiliate members, Retired members, Dual International members, and Registered Design Practice employees. Go to the BIID Member Area to secure your promo code to add at the Eventbrite Checkout. 

This workshop will not be recorded, please note this to avoid disappointment. 

If you have any queries, please email the office at info@biid.org.uk or call 020 7628 0255.

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Additionally, we are excited to announce another event in this series: "Styling Interiors for Photoshoots" with Judith Wilson, scheduled for December 2024. This session will provide valuable insights on how to style interiors to achieve the best results in photoshoots. Judith Wilson, a renowned expert in the field, will share her expertise on creating visually appealing and professionally styled interiors for photography. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your styling skills and elevate the presentation of your projects. Head to our events page for the details

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