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AI Description Search

Use this method when you want speed without sacrificing relevance.

Instead of building a query manually, write one clear sentence about the journalists you need. We interpret your intent, search recent coverage, and return journalists who have actually written about similar topics.

What to type

GoalExample prompt
Find startup pressTech reporters who write about AI startups, not enterprise software
Find vertical specialistsJournalists who cover sustainable fashion for consumer publications
Find launch-focused writersFood and beverage writers covering CPG product launches in the US
Find regional travel mediaTravel journalists covering luxury resorts in Southeast Asia

When to use AI Description

Use it when...Why it works
You need a focused list in minutesNo query syntax or filter setup required
You are exploring a new beatWe infer related terms and angles from your description
You know the audience but not the exact keywordsPlain-language prompts beat keyword guesswork

Prompting tips

  1. Include the beat (fintech, climate, consumer health).
  2. Include the publication type (trade, consumer, business).
  3. Add exclusions (not enterprise software, exclude crypto-only outlets).
  4. Add geography when needed (in the UK, covering LATAM).

How it compares

MethodInput effortPrecisionBest for
AI DescriptionLowestMedium to highDiscovery and quick, focused lists
Keyword SearchMediumHighCompetitor and topic tracking
Paste Article URLsHighestHighestHand-matched targeting from known coverage

Next steps

After finding journalists with AI Description, research them to understand their recent coverage and find the best pitch angles.