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One common media buying practice is to try and slot ads in publications, on the web, or on TV and radio based on the expected audience. The next, more difficult, step is to make sure the content of the ad is also demographically appropriate. Car ads during football games and in programs are a given, but using the time or space to sell minivans is probably counter productive.

Paul Hirsch has been practicing communications since 1983. He now owns his own marketing/pr firm in Northern California. Paul specializes in media relations, marketing collateral, website copy development and ad design. You can learn more about him on Facebook or by visiting www.nowville.com/paulhirsch.

Baseball season starts next week, which for the adman means lots of spots. According to mlb.com, baseball revenue has been hit by the economic downturn, which could mean bargain media buys. In a nine inning game there are a minimum of 18 spots to sell on radio and TV. Big League teams play 162 games, and even minor league teams can play 140. A package deal to a pinched industry might be a financial homerun.

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