David Arkin Consulting Blog


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September 6, 2024
‘What do we charge for branded content?’ How to form packages and determine the right price
When talking all things branded content with our clients, one question always comes up: What should we be pricing this at? Developing a pricing system for branded content campaigns and packages can be tricky, as it usually varies by publication...
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August 7, 2024
How branded content sales exploded for this newspaper in New York
A few weeks ago, I was speaking at a state press association conference on the power of branded content and the factors to consider when launching or improving your program. My presentation covered everything from how to pitch a program,...
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August 7, 2024
3 ways we can help publishers this Fall: Branded content, an SEO audit and video sponsorships
As you look at the back half of the year, it’s really the ideal time to consider initiatives that can give your revenue an extra boost. I always love this time of the year, because everyone is looking for a...
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July 12, 2024
Answers to 3 burning branded content questions
I spend a lot of my time with clients and publishers talking about branded content and how to drive more revenue. One of the best parts of presenting branded content strategies to — and meeting with — media professionals is...
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April 8, 2024
How to make branded content successful for your writers
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April 8, 2024
Why these 4 branded content campaigns worked
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March 28, 2024
Money-making branded content ideas media companies can capitalize on
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February 26, 2024
Why thoughtful questions are so important during a branded content pitch
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December 19, 2023
These are the questions you should be asking an advertiser before writing their branded content
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December 19, 2023
3-month branded content campaign ideas to pitch
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July 28, 2023
Why content plans for branded content campaigns are so important
What sets apart branded content from an ad? It’s a question we get from not only prospective advertisers, but from sales teams actively trying to sell branded content right now. While it’s true that branded content can be part of...