If you're a media communications professional, whether you're starting out or already working in the field, here are eight tips that can help you. These tips cover topics ranging from how Google Alerts can benefit you, to the appropriate time to use a press release versus an op-ed.

Amy provided strategic media handling advice and support to my colleagues across the organisation that has been greatly received. Thanks to her we were able to secure coverage in The Telegraph (UK), global news agency Thomson Reuters Foundation (TRF), and Radio France Internationale (RFI)."
Nina Hoeve, former Communications Lead, Aidsfonds.