My goal is to provide you with communications services that will ultimately help curb your communications program costs. My rates vary according to the size and scope of your project. I work primarily on a per project and hourly rate basis, though in some cases I do offer a monthly retainer arrangement. Before you invest in contractors, vendors or new employees give me a call to discuss your needs.
Please note the following parameters for project fees:
Due to heavy scheduling demands, a 50% deposit is required when you book your initial consultation in order to secure the dates of your sessions
Deposits are non-refundable if sessions are cancelled without 48 hours notice
Final payments for projects are due at the time services are rendered
Please note the following parameters for hourly rates:
Invoices are e-mailed the day services are rendered and are due upon receipt
For your convenience, payments and deposits can be made by using
Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express through PayPal.
You may also send a check to:
Hoopla Media & Communications
P.O. Box 150573
Austin, Texas 78745-9998
Media Training
Getting media exposure begins with getting booked for an interview. But unless you're prepared to do a great job, that opportunity may not only be wasted, it may hurt your cause.
Learn the secrets to dealing effectively with print, radio and television media. Whether you're a seasoned spokesperson who needs a "refresher" course in dealing with the media, or you're being interviewed for the first time, I can help. Developing your interview skills will strengthen the delivery of your organization's important messages and give you the confidence and ability to deliver. I offer media trainings for:
Fortune 500 companies seeking to train company spokespeople
Small to medium-sized business owners interested in delivering newsworthy messages related to expertise, products or services
PR Agencies and Law Firms preparing clients for media interviews
Entrepreneurs, authors, experts or any individual whose communication strategies involve speaking with the media
Training includes:
Preparation of your training and review of your materials
Three-hour one on one session including presentation, videotaping mock interviews and messaging review; four-hour session for groups of up to four people
Written feedback and digital delivery of your mock interviews straight to your e-mail inbox
Clients can choose to have media trainings conducted on site, or at a location in downtown Austin, TX; for additional fees, I am available to travel to your city.
Individual Training: $750
Group Training (2-4 people): $1500
Professional Writing
I earned my Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Professional Writing from Emerson College in Boston, MA with honors. I graduated with minors in Mass Communications and Philosophy. For writing samples, please e-mail me at jennifer@hooplamedia.com.
Press Releases
Positioning Statements, Messages and Talking Points
Q&A and Fact Sheets
Web Content
Articles
Newsletters
Pitch Letters
Speeches
Sponsorship Proposals
Correspondence
Hourly Rate: $90
Communications Program Auditing
Is your current communications program cost-effective and results driven? Do you really understand the differences between PR, marketing and advertising? How do you hire the right communications consultants, employees and vendors? How does a true integrated communications program really work, and what's best for your business right now? Let me help you navigate the often complicated maze of developing the right communications strategy for your business.
Includes:
One-Hour initial consultation
Two-Hour work session with you &/or your Communications (Marketing/PR) Director
Written recommendation
Project Fee: $650
Public and Media Relations Plan Development
Before you start writing press releases and buying media lists, let's sit down and establish your ultimate business goals. How will PR and media relations truly impact your bottom line? I'll work closely with you or your Communications Director to give you an honest and complete picture of how to proceed.
Includes:
One-hour initial consultation
Two-hour work session with you and/or your Communications (Marketing/PR) Director
Written plan
Project Fee: $750
PR Training for Small- and Medium-Sized Businesses
As a PR practitioner since 1990, let me provide a broad and seasoned perspective on how to create pursue PR activities specifically for your company. Allow me to de-mystify the process of securing media coverage, distributing press releases, writing and delivering a strong pitch, working with PR vendors, and developing and implementing strategies that are cost and resource effective. I'll share my secrets and empower you to tackle your most aggressive communications goals..
Includes:
One-hour initial consultation to determine specific needs
Three-hour work session with you and/or your Communications (Marketing/PR) Director
Project Fee: $1000
Strategic Communications Consulting
I am available for one-time project consultation. Enjoy the benefits of having an experienced set of eyes and ears review your project, discuss your objectives, and provide expert recommendations on how to proceed. It can save you valuable time and money!
Hourly Rate: $100
The Four Star Collective: A Communications Consortium
I have joined forces with some of Austin's leading communications professionals to create a one-of-a-kind consortium providing a variety of strategic and tactical services.
The Four Star Collective is a unique group of senior-level communications professionals: Jennifer Hill Robenalt, Phil West, Nettie Hartsock and Cyndi Hughes.
We formed the Four Star Collective as an alternative to hiring a traditional PR agency which may not be an option that is cost effective or targeted enough for certain clients. With us, you get a team of people dedicated to finding the right combination of marketing (traditional and online), media relations, public relations, event planning, media training/preparation, strategic planning, writing-- an entire slate of services customized specifically for you.
