“David Burns is a first-class communicator and hustler. I would not hesitate to use him again." Steven Berkoff. Actor, writer, director
"We’ve always found David Burns to be a great advocate; passionate about whatever he takes on, with a thorough understanding of the industry. He is a pleasure to work with, for us and the artists, and has excellent relationships with the press."
Mark Godfrey. Executive Director Soho Theatre
It takes a knowledgeable and well-connected entertainment publicist to provide and implement thoughtfully constructed and successful PR campaigns in a competitive market.
David Burns brings a wealth of experience from the world of theatre, film, television, celebrity, comedy, music and dance to create real stand-out for every project that he works on.
Combining a deep understanding of his clients’ work with an extensive knowledge of the editorial opportunities offered by print, broadcast, online and social media, David Burns PR delivers a highly visible and effective presence across the board.
WHAT WE DO
Strategy and Campaigns
Whether it be for a short project or a long profile building exercise, each client we work with requires a well considered and well timed strategy that recognises PR as a vital part of the marketing mix. Vision aims and objectives are defined and a detailed method by which these are achieved formulated.
Creating and Targeting
Effective PR is about taking the right story to the right recipient in order to create and disseminate the desired message. We work with our clients in the identification of angles and the creation of materials and stories. We see our clients as partners in this process.
Working with the media
We do not work on a scatter gun approach but on careful targeting built on the relationship of trust that we have built over many years with the media We recognise the needs of individual journalists and individual outlets and match these with the needs of our clients. From reporter to editor, from researcher to producer, the media listen when we call.