Press Release Approval Checklist
Complete this checklist to review and approve a press release before publication. Ensure all sections are addressed for a thorough assessment.
Press Release Title or Headline
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Submitting Department or Team
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Please Select
Marketing
Corporate Communications
Product Team
Leadership/Executive Office
Other
Requestor/Contact Name
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First Name
Last Name
Requestor/Contact Email
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example@example.com
Intended Publication or Release Date
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Month
 -
Day
Year
2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
Date
Target Audience or Publication Channel
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General Public
Industry Media
Trade Journals
Internal Staff
Investors/Shareholders
Other
Summary of the Press Release
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Key Message or Objective
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Editorial Review Checklist
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Rows
Yes
No
Needs Revision
Clarity and coherence
1
2
3
Grammar and spelling
4
5
6
Factual accuracy
7
8
9
Brand tone and messaging
10
11
12
Legal/compliance review
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14
15
Executive approval status
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17
18
Revision Notes or Required Changes
Final Approval Decision
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Approved for Publication
Approved with Revisions
Not Approved
Approver Name
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First Name
Last Name
Approver Role/Title
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Approval Date
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Month
 -
Day
Year
2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
Date
Additional Comments or Follow-Up Instructions
Submit Approval Checklist
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