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PUBLIC RELATIONS & MEDIA

Consistently achieving positive press coverage for your business requires an understanding of how journalists think. 

I’ve amassed huge experience on both sides of the media divide during 30 years working in the industry.

I began my career in regional newspapers, working as education, crime, features and sports reporter in 10 years with the Evening Gazette. I also enjoyed a spell with a women’s magazine in Australia.

After that I took on a new challenge with Middlesbrough Football Club and spent 14 years helping ensure they were represented positively and prominently in the written press, TV and radio.

I launched and ran Boro’s hugely successful Facebook, Twitter and YouTube accounts, so I have my finger on the pulse when it comes to social media. I was also editor of the hugely popular www.mfc.co.uk website for 14 years.

I now look after the communication requirements of a select number of clients including Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust, the Tees Mutual friendly society and Bob Little & Co Chartered Financial Planners and the Roman Catholic Diocese of Middlesbrough, editing its monthly Catholic Voice newspaper.

I specialise in producing a stream of interesting content that newspapers and magazines want to use on their pages.

I can also assist with web content, newsletters and all your written communications and will liaise with trusted partners to provide a complete website, video creation, production and print service where required.

Please Contact Me so we can talk about how I can help spread the word about your business through positive public relations.

Services


Proofreading

It’s about much more than just reading! No matter how great your website, documentation or literature looks, the odd typo or grammatical error will make it appear less professional and could put customers off. I can audit every word and produce a full report marked with suggested amendments, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy and consistency.


Social Media

Having launched and run Boro’s hugely-successful Facebook, Twitter and YouTube accounts and been website editor for 14 years, I have my finger on the pulse when it comes to social media. I can run your accounts on your behalf or advise how to set them up and make sure your business reaps the rewards.


Copywriting

Every business has a story to tell. As an experienced journalist, I can ensure the words on your website and sales literature showcase your products and services in a simple and informative manner. I’ll cut through the jargon and communicate to your customers using engaging and straightforward language they can understand.


Press and Publicity

Positive public relations can make a world of difference. I have the skills and contacts to get your business noticed. I cut my teeth working for newspapers and magazines and then helped ensure Middlesbrough Football Club was represented positively and prominently in the press, TV and radio. I can do the same for you.

Clients

As well as writing life-stories, I look after the communication requirements of a select number of business clients and am Publicity Officer for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Middlesbrough, editing its monthly Catholic Voice newspaper.

Here are some of the businesses who have benefitted from McGeary Media's public relations services.

THE MCGEARY MEDIA BLOG

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American investor Anthony Pompliano recently upset the sensitive world of the Twitterati with his list of habits of the most successful people he’s met. It read like a nine-point synopsis of every self-help or management motivational book you’ve never read. Of all the hundreds of sarcastic responses the Tweet elicited, my favourite came from Alex […]

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"Mike is a talented, loyal and friendly character who helped me achieve a degree in sports journalism. I found his expert advice and extensive knowledge extremely valuable. He's not only an accomplished writer but a great guy who works hard with a constant smile."
George Friend, Birmingham City "I worked closely with Mike after I joined Boro and he played a part in helping me settle at the club so quickly. It was always a pleasure working with him and I knew I could trust him to offer honest and useful advice."
Aitor Karanka, former Middlesbrough Manager "Mike is a true gentleman who is full of integrity, honesty, humility and faith. My family will be forever grateful for his support and friendship over the years and although I was disappointed to see him leave MFC, I wish him every success in this exciting venture."
Dave Parnaby, former Academy Manager, Middlesbrough FC "Mike covered Boro and helped look after the media during an incredible 14 years in the club's history. He was always professional, welcoming and a pleasure to deal with. He's a top man and I wish him nothing but success and am sure he will go from strength to strength."
Former BBC Tees presenter Alastair Brownlee – RIP Ali, February 14 2016
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