The Press Office with KateCo. PR

In the season finale of The Press Office, host Marisa Jayne is once again joined by Kate Keane, Founder & Director of KateCo. PR, for a special reflection on the highlights of Season 5. Over the past 25 episodes, we've had incredible guest interviews and shared invaluable insights into the world of public relations. In this episode, Marisa and Kate take a look back at some of the most memorabl...

Join host Marisa Jayne for an inspiring conversation on portfolio careers with Hannah Furst on The Press Office with Kate Co. PR! Hannah, a freelance marketer specializing in social and content strategy, podcaster and writer, shares her journey and insights into the world of portfolio careers. Hannah discusses all about how she has formed such a diverse career path for herself and gives practical...

In this week's episode of The Press Office, host Marisa Jayne welcomes back Kate Keane, Founder & Director of KateCo. PR, for an insightful discussion on the pathways into the PR industry. Building on the previous episode with Sarah Baker from LCI Melbourne, this conversation explores whether a university degree in PR is essential, or if hands-on experience and internships hold more value in t...

During this week's episode of The Press Office with KateCo. PR, join host Marisa Jayne as she interviews Sarah Baker from LCI Melbourne on the secrets to creative entrepreneurship! Join the duo as they discuss the landscape of higher education, the power of creative entrepreneurship and the ever-important balance between artistic expression with business understanding. During the episode, Sarah al...

In this week's mini episode of The Press Office, host Marisa Jayne welcomes back Kate Keane, Founder & Director of KateCo. PR to build on the previous episode with renowned journalist Kim Wilson. Following Kim's insights into her experiences with publicists, Marisa and Kate delve deeper into the crucial role of fostering strong relationships with journalists. Kate shares her expert knowledge o...

During this week's episode of The Press Office with KateCo. PR, host Marisa Jayne is joined by renowned Melbourne Journalist Kim Wilson to explore the ever-evolving relationships between a publicist and a journalist. With over 25 years of experience in news, features, and lifestyle reporting, Kim shares invaluable insights into building genuine connections between PR professionals and journalists...

In this week's mini episode of The Press Office, host Marisa Jayne is joined by Kate Keane, Founder & Director of KateCo. PR, to dive into the age-old question: Is all PR good PR? Building on the previous episode with Andrew Mackinnon, CEO of The Taboo Group, this episode unpacks the complexities of taking risks in PR and brand marketing. Marisa and Kate discuss Andrew's idea of breaking taboo...

On this week's episode of The Press Office with KateCo. PR, host Marisa Jayne is joined by Andrew Mackinnon, Group CEO of The Taboo Group in a conversation all about brand experience! Fresh from his thought-provoking presentation at SXSW in Austin, Texas, Andrew delves into the theme of "TABOO by Design: The Power of Provocation in Brand Experience." Join Andrew as he explores the transformative p...

Explore the impact of AI in PR with the latest mini episode of The Press Office, hosted by Marisa Jayne and Kate Keane of KateCo. PR. Building from a point in the previous episode with journalist Donna Demaio, this episode delves into how AI is revolutionizing the media industry and how exactly you can use it in PR.  Join Marisa and Kate as they discuss the role of AI in PR, how KateCo. PR has set...

Embark on an engaging exploration of modern journalism with Donna Demaio on this week's episode of The Press Office! As an esteemed journalist transitioning seamlessly across radio, TV, print, and social media, Donna shares insights from her multifaceted career journey. Join host Marisa Jayne as Donna dives into the dynamic world of freelance journalism, discussing the challenges, rewards, and the...

Learn the art of curating the perfect guest list with the latest mini episode of The Press Office, featuring host Marisa Jayne and Kate Keane, Founder and Director of KateCo. PR. This episode builds on our previous discussion with Tiffany Farrington, an expert on all things EVENTS. Join Kate and Marisa as they dive into the complexities of creating an ideal guest list for events, discussing the im...

Join us on this week's episode of The Press Office with KateCo. PR as host Marisa Jayne welcomes Tiffany Farrington, the mastermind behind Social Diary. With 20 years of events expertise, Tiffany shares her insights on crafting the perfect PR party. Throughout the episode, learn all about the significance of events within the world of public relations and why they're essential for brand visibility...

Learn all about influencer marketing and gifting strategies with the latest mini episode of The Press Office, featuring host Marisa Jayne and Kate Keane, Founder and Director of KateCo. PR. This episode is on the back of our previous episode with Taryn Williams, an expert in influencer marketing.. Join Kate and Marisa as they delve into their extensive background in working with influencers, uncov...

In this episode of The Press Office with Kate Co. PR, host Marisa Jayne is joined by the dynamic Taryn Williams, founder and CEO of The Right Fit, The Influencers Agency, and #Gifted. Delve into the world of influencer marketing with a true industry trailblazer. Discover the origins of Taryn's groundbreaking influencer-aligned ventures and the foresight that propelled her into the influencer marke...

Step into the world of styling and PR with the latest mini episode of The Press Office featuring host Marisa Jayne and Kate Keane, Founder and Director of KateCo. PR. This episode delves into the pivotal role stylists play in shaping public relations strategies, an aspect that a publicist may not initially think about. Join Kate and Marisa as they reveal the often-overlooked importance of stylists...

Today, on The Press Office with KateCo. PR, host Marisa Jayne is joined by fashion icon and stylist Anthea O’Connor. Anthea's illustrious career spans over a decade as the former Melbourne Editor of Vogue Australia and now as a sought-after fashion stylist. In this episode, Anthea delves into uniform dressing and why the notion is in fashion, both for getting ready for the office and enjoying your...

Dive into the intricate world of media strategy in PR during this mini episode of The Press Office with hosts, Kate Keane, Founder and Director of KateCo. PR and Marisa Jayne. This conversation follows the episode with media buyer Elise Hedley Dale. In this episode, Kate and Marisa dissect the essential components of effective media strategy, highlighting the relationship between traditional and d...

In this week’s episode of The Press Office with Kate Co. PR, host Marisa Jayne delves into the world of traditional media and integrated marketing campaigns with Elise Hedley Dale, the founder of media buying agency Media Words. Elise shares her wealth of experience working with A-list clients and household brands like SONOS, Bic, and Ocean Spray, offering invaluable insights into effective media...

Join Kate Keane, Founder & Director of KateCo. PR, and host Marisa Jayne for a conversation on the pivotal role of celebrity and influencer gifting in PR strategy. Throughout the episode, Kate and Marisa delve into contra versus paid gifting and the importance of aligning brand values with gifted individuals. From identifying the perfect recipients to seizing the perfect moment, the pair provi...

In this week's episode of The Press Office with KateCo. PR, host Marisa Jayne sits down with the creative visionary Rochelle Gregory, founder and designer of Rocky Rafaela. Int his episode, Rochelle dives into her fashion design journey, from narrowly missing out on a prestigious New York internship with Alexander Wang to launching her own label in 2016. Rochelle shares how she turned setbacks int...

In this mini episode of The Press Office, Kate Keane, Founder & Director of KateCo. PR, and host Marisa Jayne delve deeper into the world of social media marketing following the previous interview with special guest Nat Welfare from SZN social. Marisa & Kate discuss their own experiences with social media and going viral, including insights on leveraging TikTok and harnessing social trends...

In this week's episode of The Press Office with Kate Co. PR, host Marisa Jayne sits down with Nat Welfare, the creative genius behind SZN Social, a premier marketing agency shaking up the scene in Melbourne. With a client roster boasting the likes of Aje Athletica, Novo, and Tony Bianco, Nat and her team have mastered the art of going viral on social media platforms such as Instagram and Tik Tok t...

In this mini episode of The Press Office, Kate Keane, Founder & Director of KateCo. PR, and host Marisa Jayne discuss previous guest Rachelle Unreich's publicity strategy for her book, 'A Brilliant Life: My Mother's Inspiring Story of Surviving the Holocaust.' Rachelle utilised a number of PR tactics, including hosting unique and intimate events at her mother's home, leaning on her relationshi...

In this week's episode of The Press Office with Kate Co. PR, we welcome a guest we've eagerly awaited since our early days - celebrated journalist turned author, Rachelle Unreich. Known for her work in prestigious publications like Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, and the Sydney Morning Herald, Rachelle has recently transitioned into the realm of authorship with her debut book, "A Brilliant Life: My Mother'...

In the first-ever mini-episode of The Press Office, Kate Keane, Founder & Director of KateCo. PR, and host Marisa Jayne break down the idea of authenticity on social media. The conversation stems from our previous episode with Bessie Kay, who discussed all about being authentic to herself when it comes to her work life and finding valued aligned work, so make sure you listen to that first. In...